Angela Telnes
Denver,CO
Summary
Dedicated Automotive Parts Manager known for effective problem-solving and reliable job planning. Successfully implemented new procedures to streamline operations and enhance service turnaround, ensuring seamless coordination with technicians and suppliers. Knowledgeable Body Tech, hands-on experience in repair of large variety of automotive vehicles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Parts Manager
Maaco Auto Body
Commerce City, CO
07.2023 - 01.2026
- Oversaw daily operations of parts department, optimizing workflow for efficiency.
- Collaborated with technicians to identify parts and material requirements for vehicle repairs.
- Established relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing on parts orders.
- Implemented quality control measures for incoming parts to reduce return rates and improve overall product quality.
- Mitigated financial discrepancies by managing inventory, returns of incorrect, damaged parts and backorders.
- Developed and implemented new procedures for improving inventory control and reducing time required locating parts by modifying part numbers and locations.
- Achieved significant reduction in order processing times by reorganizing parts warehouse for optimal efficiency.
- Coordinated with service department to ensure seamless availability of parts, improving overall service turnaround times.
- Developed and implemented processes to improve order accuracy and fulfillment speed.
Auto Body Technician
Maaco Auto Body
Commerce City, CO
07.2023 - 01.2026
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Facilitated timely project completion, coordinating with parts suppliers and other technicians.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Streamlined repair process, significantly reducing turnaround times for vehicle repairs.
Auto Body Technician
Auto Builders
Commerce City, CO
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Conducted thorough inspections to identify damages and recommend repair solutions.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance shop efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on repair processes and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of parts and materials, ensuring availability for timely repairs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area to comply with safety standards.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Overland High School
Aurora, COSkills
- Inventory management
- Ordering parts
- Returns processing
- Parts documentation
- Problem-solving
- Hardworking and reliable
- Job planning
- Vendor relationship management
Timeline
Automotive Parts Manager
Maaco Auto Body
07.2023 - 01.2026
Auto Body Technician
Maaco Auto Body
07.2023 - 01.2026
Auto Body Technician
Auto Builders
01.2020 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Overland High School