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Daniel P. LeViness

Daniel P. LeViness

Spotsylvania,VA

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

National Service Manager

Kaeser Compressors
10.2015 - 02.2025
  • Oversees and directs the operations of all service functions across the United States.
  • Overall management responsibility for National Service and National Service sub-departments, including the oversight of more than 200 direct and indirect employees and more than $80MM in revenue.
  • Reports directly to the president.
  • Formulated and implemented strategic initiatives for centralizing the service functions of 22 branches across three operations centers (VA, TX and CA).
  • Responsible for all functions related to the administrative and operational support of branch service and for service parts supply chain management.
  • Develops business cases to improve service operations and reduce costs.
  • Effectively implements company-wide process improvements through successful change management methods.
  • Creates service products and solutions to affect customer retention and increase revenue.
  • Successfully created and managed the company’s first Customer Service Department.
  • Routinely interacts with executive management teams of strategic National Account customers and prospective National Accounts in an effort to maintain/obtain business partnerships.

Branch Manager

Kaeser Compressors
10.2006 - 09.2015
  • Responsible for the supervision of 18 branch employees and overall management of two branches (Baltimore and Philadelphia).
  • Collaborated with all departments of Kaeser Compressors to ensure the steady and well-coordinated growth of market share within the Branch’s assigned territory (MD, DC, PA, NJ).
  • Developed, directed, and implemented the sales, marketing, service and parts functions of the branch.
  • Supervised and implemented all applicable procedures and work instructions relating to the Company’s quality and environmental system (ISO 9001/14001 certified at the Branch level).
  • Responsible for the recruiting, hiring, and training of all branch employees.

Branch Manager

Kaman Industrial Technologies
06.2000 - 10.2006
  • Established and managed branch business plans and budgets.
  • Directed branch operations, including inventory/stocking strategies to ensure proper product mix and maximization of profits.
  • Evaluated and improved areas lacking efficiency/effectiveness within the branch.
  • Managed the inside/outside sales force and support personnel to ensure a high level of service to customers.
  • Developed marketing strategies to focus on promotional products and customer awareness.

General Manager/Operations Manager

Power Trans Incorporated
07.1998 - 02.2000
  • Managed the oversight of all sales, accounting, purchasing, and customer service functions.
  • Provided technical assistance, including design and troubleshooting for: screw/belt/drag conveyors, bucket elevators, gearboxes, motors, couplings, inverters, pneumatic systems, bearings, seals, belt/chain/synchronous drives, pumps, actuators, and assorted other power transmission/material handling components.
  • Managed key accounts and maintained relationships with buyers, managers, and engineers.

Chemical Operator/Maintenance Manager

Orient Corporation of America
08.1992 - 07.1998
  • Supervised a three-man crew in all areas of production/maintenance.
  • Controlled and monitored all aspects of PLC generated chemical reactions involved in the production of commercial dyes.
  • Planned, organized, directed, controlled, and coordinated maintenance activities and the resources necessary to perform the activities in accordance with cost and quality.
  • Professionally trained (qualified per ASME Section IX, positions 6G) pipe welder with extensive knowledge of GTAW and SMAW welding of mild steel, 304/316 stainless steel and nickel alloys such as Hastelloy.

Crew Chief

United States Air Force
10.1988 - 07.1992
  • Managed unit level maintenance on assigned aircraft.
  • Analyzed and documented aircraft discrepancies.
  • Planned and scheduled required maintenance.
  • Maintained, repaired, serviced, inspected, and performed functional checks of all aircraft systems.
  • Launched and recovered aircraft.
  • Honorable veteran of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE

Summary

Dynamic manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Available to relocate within the continental US.

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Operational efficiency
  • Sales support
  • Scheduling and coordinating
  • Program development
  • Service delivery
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Compliance management

Timeline

National Service Manager

Kaeser Compressors
10.2015 - 02.2025

Branch Manager

Kaeser Compressors
10.2006 - 09.2015

Branch Manager

Kaman Industrial Technologies
06.2000 - 10.2006

General Manager/Operations Manager

Power Trans Incorporated
07.1998 - 02.2000

Chemical Operator/Maintenance Manager

Orient Corporation of America
08.1992 - 07.1998

Crew Chief

United States Air Force
10.1988 - 07.1992

Bachelor of Science - Business

Wilmington University

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