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Daniel Rappuhn

Flint

Summary

Seasoned Mobile Inspector at Manheim with a lifelong background in collision repair and high-end vehicle restoration. Proven ability to assess motor, body, and frame issues to NAA-aligned standards, train and mentor teammates, and drive quality and consistency in inspections. Technically adept with strong one-on-one communication, problem-solving instincts, and a continuous improvement mindset—seeking the Supervisor of Inspections role at Manheim Mobile.


Core Qualifications
• Inspection & Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of motor, body, and frame repair; experienced restoring classic and custom vehicles to showroom quality.
• NAA Guidelines: Practical application of NAA inspection standards in mobile inspection contexts.
• Leadership & Training: Regularly train peers, lead by example, and serve as the go-to resource for technical and operational questions.
• Operations & Cash Handling: Experience opening/closing stores, counting tills, preparing deposits, and completing operational paperwork.
• Problem Solving & Quality Control: Track record of diagnosing complex issues and delivering reliable, high-quality repairs and inspections.
• Technology & Systems: Comfortable with inspection software and tech tools; hobbyist PC builder with strong comfort using and troubleshooting technology.
• Customer Communication: Clear, patient one-on-one explanations of findings and repair needs.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Mobile Vehicle Inspector

Manheim
09.2024 - Current

• Conduct mobile inspections following Manheim and NAA-aligned standards; document findings clearly and accurately.
• Pursued and passed internal assessments including the Platinum Move test and other Manheim evaluations.
• Support peers by sharing best practices, troubleshooting inspection questions, and helping maintain inspection quality across routes.
• Communicate inspection results to customers and internal teams with clarity and professionalism.

Employee

Marcos Pizza
02.2018 - 07.2024



• Made pizza and pizza dough and topping daily


• Delivered pizza


• Opened and closed stores, handled nightly cash counts and bank deposits, trained new employees, and completed daily operational paperwork.
• Acted as the primary point of contact for staff and customers during shifts.

Overnight Baker/Employee Trainer

Tim Hortens
05.2015 - 01.2018

• overnight baking of products to insure next day business


• Opened and closed stores, handled nightly cash counts and bank deposits, trained new employees, and completed daily operational paperwork.


• Acted as the primary point of contact for staff and customers during shifts.

Employee

Lightingz Customs
03.2013 - 04.2015

• Performed high-end restorations and custom modifications on a wide range of motorized vehicles.
• Managed complex body, paint, and mechanical projects to showroom standards; coordinated parts, timelines, and quality checks.
• Collaborated with customers to translate custom requests into feasible, high-quality outcomes.

Mechanic

ELC Collision
03.1996 - 11.2012

family business grew up fixing collisions and old classics

learned everything there was to know about automotive industry from fixing, restoration to selling and maintaining car.


• Grew up in collision repair: structural, body, and mechanical restoration of classic cars.
• Restored vehicles to show-quality condition; maintained attention to detail and historical accuracy for classic restorations.

Education

GED -

Milford High School
Highland Twp Mi

Skills

  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Effective communication techniques
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Damage assessment
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • Engine performance analysis
  • Vehicle safety inspection
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Dependability
  • Reliability

Timeline

Mobile Vehicle Inspector

Manheim
09.2024 - Current

Employee

Marcos Pizza
02.2018 - 07.2024

Overnight Baker/Employee Trainer

Tim Hortens
05.2015 - 01.2018

Employee

Lightingz Customs
03.2013 - 04.2015

Mechanic

ELC Collision
03.1996 - 11.2012

GED -

Milford High School