Derek Deason
Crowley,USA
Summary
Professional with strong background in inspection, ready to ensure quality and compliance. Skilled in identifying issues, maintaining safety standards, and utilizing precision tools effectively. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing requirements. Reliable, results-driven, with keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Amazon Delivery Driver
Angell Parcel & Logistics LLC
10.2024 - Current
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
Home Energy Consultant
ADT Solar
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Generated high-quality leads by attending industry events, networking functions, and building a robust referral network.
- Efficiently managed multiple accounts and prioritized actions to maximize sales productivity while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Optimized sales pipeline management using CRM software to track progress from lead acquisition to deal closure effectively.
Automotive Sales Consultant
Jenkins Nissan of Homosassa
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, features, and specifications to better serve customers.
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
- Developed strong relationships with customers for repeat business and referrals.
Shop Foreman
The Metal Shop
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Streamlined workflow processes through the implementation of lean manufacturing principles, leading to increased productivity.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for machines and equipment, minimizing downtime and increasing overall operational efficiency.
- Served as a key liaison between the machine shop team and other departments within the organization, fostering open communication channels to facilitate successful project outcomes.
- Checking fabricated parts against design specifications.
Automotive Paint Technician
Advantage Reconditioning
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained exceptional work quality standards through rigorous surface preparation, masking, and sanding procedures prior to painting.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels throughout the repair process and addressing any issues that arose promptly.
- Implemented new paint mixing techniques that increased accuracy and reduced wasted materials, leading to cost savings for the company.
- Maintained a high level of organization in the work area by keeping tools and equipment clean, properly stored, and easily accessible.
- Reduced rework rates by maintaining strict attention to detail during the painting process and thoroughly inspecting finished products.
Parts Advisor
Burleson Nissan
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues in both the parts department and other areas of the business, fostering a supportive team atmosphere focused on achieving common goals.
- Managed returns and warranties efficiently, minimizing financial loss for the company while maintaining positive customer relationships.
- Inspected parts for defects, removing damaged parts, and replacing with new ones.
- Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
- Reached out to vendors outside usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources.
- Stocked and managed stock of parts.
- Maintained clean and neat parts counter and sales floor.
Automotive Paint Technician
Streamline Recon
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
- Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
- Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
- Maintained a high level of organization in the work area by keeping tools and equipment clean, properly stored, and easily accessible.
- Reduced rework rates by maintaining strict attention to detail during the painting process and thoroughly inspecting finished products.
Deburr Technician
Essner Manufacturing
12.2015 - 03.2017
- Demonstrated expertise in interpreting blueprints, schematics, or other technical drawings to ensure accurate results according to client specifications.
- Adhered to quality assurance standards through frequent inspections, sampling and deficiency corrections.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding safety regulations, resulting in zero accidents or injuries throughout tenure as Deburr Technician.
- Exceeded quality standards with thorough inspection of finished products using appropriate measuring devices like calipers or micrometers.
Automotive Detailer
3 C's Detail (Burleson Ford)
07.2015 - 11.2015
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent quality and timely completion of tasks.
- Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
- Inspected vehicles and equipment for visible damage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School
Crowley, TX06-2015
Skills
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Software (Excell, Word, Teams, Powerpoint)
- Hand tools (Metric and Standard)
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Technical reporting
- Electrical systems
- Schematic reading
- Quality assurance
- Engine overhaul procedures
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Amazon Delivery Driver
Angell Parcel & Logistics LLC
10.2024 - Current
Home Energy Consultant
ADT Solar
11.2023 - 03.2024
Automotive Sales Consultant
Jenkins Nissan of Homosassa
05.2023 - 11.2023
Shop Foreman
The Metal Shop
02.2021 - 03.2023
Automotive Paint Technician
Advantage Reconditioning
05.2020 - 08.2021
Parts Advisor
Burleson Nissan
07.2019 - 03.2020
Automotive Paint Technician
Streamline Recon
08.2016 - 06.2019
Deburr Technician
Essner Manufacturing
12.2015 - 03.2017
Automotive Detailer
3 C's Detail (Burleson Ford)
07.2015 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School