Curtis Snyder
Shortsville,NY
Summary
Power Plant Operator with in-depth knowledge of water treatment, batch operation, equipment inspection and maintenance and filtration systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parts Manager
Dash Fun Machines
Canandaigua, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of parts for service operations.
- Assisted technicians by identifying and sourcing required parts efficiently.
- Streamlined ordering processes, reducing lead times for critical components.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels and quality standards.
- Implemented tracking systems for parts usage, enhancing accuracy in inventory management.
- Trained new staff on inventory management procedures and parts identification techniques.
- Developed relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements.
- Rearranged parts department to better serve changing trends and keep workspaces organized.
- Conducted regular audits on inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and preventing discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
- Managed warranty claims efficiently by working closely with manufacturers to resolve issues promptly while minimizing financial losses to the company.
- Collaborated with service managers to ensure timely completion of repairs and maintenance, increasing overall customer satisfaction.
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with locating specific parts or guiding them through the ordering process.
- Streamlined the ordering process for faster and more accurate deliveries, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
- Provided timely, insightful and accurate reports to upper management.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimizing inventory levels accordingly and minimizing stockouts or overstock situations.
- Developed and implemented new procedures for improving inventory control and reducing time required locating parts by modifying part numbers and locations.
Parts Manager
Canandaigua Motorsports
Canandaigua, NY
02.2020 - 03.2024
- Monitored market trends to adjust purchasing strategies aligned with demand forecasts.
- Increased efficiency in the parts department by implementing an improved inventory management system.
- Monitored and evaluated supplier performance to maintain quality of parts.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Located new vendors with better costs per unit and set up favorable terms and pricing structures to reduce company expenses.
- Identified areas of inefficiency within the department and developed targeted solutions to address these issues, resulting in cost savings and improved processes.
- Implemented quality control measures for incoming parts to reduce return rates and improve overall product quality.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate better pricing, ultimately reducing costs for the company.
- Analyzed sales trends to follow demands of customers and in-shop needs.
- Supervised and trained staff on product knowledge and customer service.
- Organized special promotions on parts sales, boosting revenue during slow periods or when excess inventory needed to be cleared out quickly.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant safety regulations within the parts department by conducting regular inspections and maintaining proper documentation.
- Achieved significant reduction in order processing times by reorganizing parts warehouse for optimal efficiency.
- Reduced excess stock levels through better demand forecasting, avoiding unnecessary capital tie-up.
- Negotiated with suppliers for expedited shipping options, ensuring critical parts were received in timely manner.
Plant Operator
Indeck Energy Service
Silver Springs, NY
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Operated and monitored plant equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery, identifying issues and implementing timely solutions.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of operations, adhering to regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks on schedule, minimizing unexpected disruptions or costly repairs.
- Operated and controlled frame7 gas turbine, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG), steam turbine, and demineralization regeneration equipment.
- Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
- Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing workplace hazards.
- Maximized energy output with constant monitoring of turbine parameters, adjusting settings as needed to maintain optimal conditions.
- Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
- Tested water and condensate to check safety and compliance with regulations.
- Enhanced power plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting control systems for optimal performance.
- Increased system reliability by performing routine preventive maintenance on all equipment, minimizing unexpected failures and disruptions.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, pH, silica, iron, phosphorus, conductivity, and other tests.
- Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
- Improved overall water quality by monitoring key parameters, adjusting treatment processes, and managing chemical dosages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alfred-Almond Central School
Almond, NYSkills
- Forklift operation
- Equipment inspection
- Safety inspections
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- System monitoring
- Pressure systems
- Sample collecting
- Chemical handling
- Safety protocols
Certification
- Certified Single operator shift coverage, Indeck Energy
- Laboratory Safety Training
- Storm water pollution prevention plan Training
- Powered industrial trucks Training
Timeline
Parts Manager
Dash Fun Machines
03.2024 - Current
Parts Manager
Canandaigua Motorsports
02.2020 - 03.2024
Plant Operator
Indeck Energy Service
08.2016 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Alfred-Almond Central School