David A. Ozimek
Wellington,FL
Summary
Seasoned operations and customer service leader with 30 years of experience in the automotive steel recycling and parts sales industry. Proven track record of managing teams, optimizing work flows, and delivering exceptional client satisfaction in high-volume environments. Seeking to continue in production operations and customer service management roles that bring deep expertise in team leadership, problem-solving, customer engagement, productivity, while sustaining a safe and friendly environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility & Operations Manager
U-Pull & Pay LLC
10.2012 - 10.2025
- Directed daily operations of a busy automotive recycling center serving thousands of customers weekly.
- Supervised and trained a team of 20 employees, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, service and safety.
- Resolved customer issues with efficiency and empathy, year over year increased customer admissions, average ticket dollar amount and percent of customers purchasing.
- Managed vendor relationships and ensured timely delivery of products and services.
- Oversaw safety compliance that included a record of a 10 year accident free facility.
- Controlled monthly operational budget and identified cost-saving measures that improved margins.
- Managed facility recruiting and built successful teams resulting in one of the highest employee retention stores within the company.
Wholesale Used Auto Parts Manager
Cocoa Auto Salvage
07.2010 - 07.2012
- Results-driven Wholesale Auto Parts Manager with over 20 years of experience leading inventory operations, vendor relationships, and sales strategies in high-volume environments. Proven track record of increasing profitability, streamlining logistics, and building high-performing teams.
- Managed local logistics using company trucks as well as nationwide logistics using contract freight companies.
Owner Operator
H&H Used Auto Parts and Recycling
01.1993 - 12.2008
- Experienced auto recycler manager, owner operator with 15 years experience in vehicle dismantling, parts resale, and scrap metal recovery. Skilled in operations management, environmental compliance, and customer service. Proven ability to grow revenue and streamline processes in a fast-paced, hands-on industry.
Education
High School Diploma -
06.1997
Skills
- Customer Service Excellence
- Team Leadership & Training
- Inventory and Logistics Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Process Optimization
- Vendor & Client Relations
- Safety & Compliance
- Budget & Cost Control
- Sales Forecasting and Budgeting
- Automotive Parts Knowledge (OEM & Aftermarket)
- Vehicle Dismantling and Salvage Operations
- Inventory Auto Parts Management
- Scrap Metal Processing and Resale
- Heavy Equipment Operation (forklifts, loaders, tow trucks)
- Vendor and Auction Sourcing
Timeline
Facility & Operations Manager - U-Pull & Pay LLC
10.2012 - 10.2025
Wholesale Used Auto Parts Manager - Cocoa Auto Salvage
07.2010 - 07.2012
Owner Operator - H&H Used Auto Parts and Recycling
01.1993 - 12.2008
Barrington High School - High School Diploma,