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Charles Farris

Alvin,Texas

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Specialist

ottos auto world
Alvin, TX
09.2023 - 01.2025
  • Made recommendations to customers to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits.
  • Reviewed catalogs and computer databases to search and locate correct parts for customer vehicles according to make, model, and year.
  • Received, examined and reshelved returned parts.

Maintenance Supervisor

Alvin ISD
Alvin, TX
02.2000 - 03.2018
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
  • Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
  • Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all production machinery.
  • Monitored inventory and ordered needed supplies to meet demand for repairs.
  • Implemented new technologies that improved overall operational efficiencies within the department.
  • Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.

Assistant Store Manager

Gateway Ace Hardware
Houston, TX
05.1991 - 08.2000
  • Developed an effective system for tracking inventory levels, ensuring stock is available when needed.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate promotions, events, and special projects.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to drive revenue growth across multiple channels.

Education

High School Diploma -

Alvin High School
Alvin, TX
05-1983

Skills

  • Parts identification
  • Stock control
  • Parts documentation
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse operations
  • Returns processing

Timeline

Parts Specialist

ottos auto world
09.2023 - 01.2025

Maintenance Supervisor

Alvin ISD
02.2000 - 03.2018

Assistant Store Manager

Gateway Ace Hardware
05.1991 - 08.2000

High School Diploma -

Alvin High School
Charles Farris