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Brian Knouff

Polk City,Florida

Summary

Willing to share a lifetime of career experience to benefit an appreciative company. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Capable of thinking outside the box and use common sense to resolve issues.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training & QC Coordinator

Oakley Transportation
12.2014 - Current
  • Created and conducts Onboarding of new hires to Vehicle Maintenance Departments (Truck, Trailer, Tire and Breakdown
  • Instruct Weekly- 2 hour class for new driver orientation to company equipment
  • Created and maintain a QC for New Driver trucks and also Brand New trucks prior to issue
  • Drive trucks to validate preparedness, and dependability, maintaining a standard/ expectations of care of company tractors
  • Create/Review/Update all ISO policies for the Vehicle Maintenance departments stated above
  • Problem solve various tasks for Vice President of Fleet Solutions
  • Restructuring department SOP's and policies to match needs
  • Implemented new quality assurance and service standards.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Cross trained in various positions, including Service Writer, Tractor Shop Service Manager, Breakdown Coordinator, at request of management.

Service Manager/Service Advisor

Regal Honda
04.2014 - 12.2014

Managed scheduling, estimating and follow thru completion to delivery of car after repairs completed

  • Worked for Honda for years before Regal, was Ranked a #6 service advisor in whole the country in 2000
  • Was hired at Regal before arriving in Florida, due to Honda Service Experience and Abilities

Bid Coordinator

Eslich Wrecking Company
01.2002 - 03.2014
  • Started out driving dump trucks moving demolished buildings
  • Moved to shop to coordinate truck repairs
  • Moved to office to coordinate for building demolition
  • Then also would collect info for bid estimating, and attend bid openings
  • Would follow the process thru till completion
  • Capable of multiple demolition projects at one time
  • Managed the company owned C&D landfill, working with County Health officials for compliance of the facility

Education

General - Graphic Arts

Louisville Senior High School
Louisville, OH
06.1983

Skills

  • ISO 9001 Knowledge
  • ISO Standards
  • Task Prioritization
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Documentation Review
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Team Leadership

Certification

  • Class A CDL, Type N - Tanker Endorsement
  • ISO 9001-2015 Auditing Fundamentals
  • Internal Auditor & Food Safety Team Training
  • ISO 22000-2018 FSMA Requirements
  • American Honda Interpersonal Skills
  • American Honda Advanced Interpersonal Skills
  • 1986-2002 Part-time Firefighter/EMT

Timeline

Training & QC Coordinator

Oakley Transportation
12.2014 - Current

Service Manager/Service Advisor

Regal Honda
04.2014 - 12.2014

Bid Coordinator

Eslich Wrecking Company
01.2002 - 03.2014

General - Graphic Arts

Louisville Senior High School
Brian Knouff