Andrew Key
High Point,NC
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Metal Fabrication, welding and Maintenance. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Owner
MRK Creative Designs
01.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing terms and ensure timely delivery of goods for sale in the store.
- Utilized various metalworking tools such as shears, press brakes, plasma cutters, and punches to produce precise cuts and bends in sheet metals.
- Performed routine maintenance on fabrication equipment, prolonging the life of machinery and preventing costly repairs or downtime.
- Performed periodic maintenance and repairs on CNC machines.
- Skilled at working independently or collaboratively within a team environment to achieve shared project goals.
- Developed expertise in a wide range of materials, enabling versatility in job assignments for diverse clients'' needs.
- Operated CNC machines to produce components with tight tolerances.
- Troubleshot issues with CNC plasma machines, resolving problems quickly to minimize downtime.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Owner
Key Home Service & Renovations
04.2012 - 01.2019
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing agreements for materials and supplies.
- Assisted homeowners with obtaining necessary permits for construction activities, streamlining the approval process.
- Increased company revenue through consistent delivery of high-quality home remodeling services, leading to repeat clients and referrals.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Implemented energy-efficient solutions in remodels to help clients reduce utility costs and environmental impact.
- Facilitated smooth communication between clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams throughout the entire remodeling process.
- Performed skilled plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work as needed for comprehensive home remodeling services.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Demonstrated exceptional craftsmanship in custom carpentry work, resulting in increased client satisfaction ratings.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of current and emerging construction techniques, materials, and best practices to maintain a competitive edge in the home remodeling market.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Maintenance Technician
Koury Corporation
02.2005 - 04.2012
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Maximized asset lifespan through diligent monitoring of wear patterns on vital components.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Liaised with vendors to ensure timely delivery of essential parts and materials for repairs or replacements.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert B Glenn High School
Kernersville, NC05.2000
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Estimate Preparation
- Project Management
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Metallurgy Process
- Metal Shaping Machines
- Flat Welding
- Precision measuring tools
- Straightedge Measurements
- Shaping and cutting
- Surface grinding
- Fabrication
- Parts Fabrication
- AutoCAD
- Overhead Crane
- AutoDesk AutoCAD Software
- Nesting Software
- Cutting techniques
- CNC Machine Operation
- CAM Software
- Computer Controlled Devices
Affiliations
- Better Business Bureau A+ rated business
Timeline
Shop Owner
MRK Creative Designs
01.2019 - Current
Owner
Key Home Service & Renovations
04.2012 - 01.2019
Maintenance Technician
Koury Corporation
02.2005 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Robert B Glenn High School