Cody McCulloch
Clio,MI
Summary
Professional automotive refinishing specialist with strong expertise in surface preparation, paint application, and color matching. Plenty of experience with assemble / disassemble. Proven ability to work collaboratively within team to meet project deadlines and adapt to changing needs. Highly motivated and fast learner.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Painter
Michigan Muscle Car Collision
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Operated spray guns and equipment for precise paint application on automotive surfaces.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking to ensure optimal adhesion of paint.
- Mixed and matched paint colors to achieve desired finishes while adhering to manufacturer specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections on painted vehicles to identify defects and ensure standards are met.
- Maintained inventory of paint supplies, monitoring levels to prevent interruptions in production workflow.
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
Automotive Body Technician
Michigan Muscle Car Collision
08.2015 - 07.2025
- Learned safety protocols for automotive body repair processes.
- Assisted in disassembling and reassembling vehicle components efficiently.
- Gained proficiency in using hand tools and power equipment for repairs.
- Supported team in maintaining clean and organized workspaces.
- Observed experienced technicians to develop technical skills and knowledge.
- Enhanced understanding of automotive paint application and finishing techniques.
- Consistently met deadlines for vehicle delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction and minimizing disruptions to their daily lives.
- Completed high-quality repairs by carefully following manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices.
- 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.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Trent School
06.2014
Skills
- Efficient surface preparation
- Expert paint mixing
- Detail-oriented finishing
- Damage assessment
- Thorough sanding skills
- Proper masking techniques
- Paint equipment maintenance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active listening
- Self motivation
Timeline
Automotive Painter
Michigan Muscle Car Collision
01.2022 - 07.2025
Automotive Body Technician
Michigan Muscle Car Collision
08.2015 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
The Trent School
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