Christopher Godsey
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Accomplished Lead Painter at Delta Star, adept in crew oversight and environmental compliance, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Skilled in quality control and team supervision, my leadership ensured project excellence and fostered a culture of continuous improvement. Demonstrated expertise in surface preparation and maintenance programs positions me as a key asset to any team.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Painter
Delta Star
07.2000 - 12.2023
- Led a team of painters, providing clear direction and fostering strong communication skills.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping of labor hours, materials used, and project progress for billing purposes.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper ventilation and personal protective gear usage.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate paint colors, finishes, and materials based on their needs and preferences.
Machine Shop
Delta Star
07.1998 - 07.2000
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for raw materials and services while maintaining cost controls without compromising quality standards.
- Checking fabricated parts against design specifications.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for machines and equipment, minimizing downtime and increasing overall operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to establish inspection protocols that consistently exceeded customer requirements for accuracy and finish standards.
Coil Winder
Delta Star
07.1996 - 07.1998
- Adjusted fixtures and tensions to provide proper winding tension.
- Set up and calibrated machines.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Completed tasks according to production specifications and within established tolerances.
- Employed winding fixtures and arbors, hoists and other lifting devices to position and move materials.
- Conducted filing and grinding functions to prepare cores for winding.
- Trimmed wire and thread with hand tools.
- Used pliers and wire scrapers to cut, strip and bend wire leads.
- Lifted and moved coils and materials with manual or mechanical means.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Campbell High School
Naruna VA06.1989
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Environmental Compliance Understanding
- Crew oversight
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Site Safety
- Quality control monitoring
- Surface Preparation
- Team Supervision
Timeline
Lead Painter
Delta Star
07.2000 - 12.2023
Machine Shop
Delta Star
07.1998 - 07.2000
Coil Winder
Delta Star
07.1996 - 07.1998
High School Diploma -
William Campbell High School
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