Douglas Knapp
Akron
Summary
Highly motivated professional with extensive experience, as well as a desire to take on new challenges. Proven leadership, strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised, as well as fostering teamwork. Quickly mastering new skills, using technology, and mechanical ability across all levels.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Springfield AG
Springfield
10.2007 - Current
- Assisting with the media team with computers, video, audio, and streaming
- Assisted with their ‘boy-scout-type’ boys program
- Interpreted Sunday worship services for the Deaf
Wire Harness Assembler, Trainer
Winar Connection
Richfield
11.2018 - 07.2025
- Interpreted wiring diagrams, cut sheets, and bill of materials to collect the required parts and tools.
- Measured and assembled wire harnesses in compliance with specifications and cut sheets.
- Maintain tools and equipment, adhering to safety protocols, prolonging their effectiveness.
- Utilized computer systems for parts location, usage tracking, and job progression.
- Performed wire cutting, soldering, and crimping on various wire gauges and connectors.
- Trained employees on safe and proper usage of hand tools, power tools, machines, and assembly of wire harnesses.
- Assembled wire harness components according to specifications and standards.
- Operated crimping and soldering tools for secure electrical connections.
- Followed detailed work instructions to ensure accurate assembly of wire harnesses.
- Participating in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity and efficiency.
- Troubleshooting wiring problems during assembly process.
- Working closely with other team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
Electronics Department Associate
Sam’s Club
Fairlawn
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Inquired about customers needs and desires suggesting products accordingly
- Displayed TVs, computers, cell phones and electronics for best representation and sales
- Stocked products whenever necessary to ensure full shelves for adequate choices for customers
- Maintained a clean, orderly and safe customer and working environment
- Operated cash register and processed member transactions efficiently.
- Handled returns and exchanges, providing excellent customer service.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers, responding to inquiries, and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
Volunteer
Summit Christian School
Cuyahoga Falls
10.2008 - 01.2015
- Assisted with leadership at school activities, trips, and functions.
- Spoke in the school's chapel services.
- Taught Sign Language Class to middle school
- Assisted with leadership during recess for pre-k through 8th
Labor Relations Associate/HR Assistant
BWXT
Barberton
06.2008 - 06.2008
- Reviewed resumes, tested over 275 candidates, evaluated results, and set up interviews.
- Communicated with candidates, employees, and managers.
- Assisted in implementing and tracking a Coordination of Benefits for self-funded healthcare.
- Organized, audited, and maintained records for candidates, as well as the 250+ employees.
- Created, maintained, and audited various HR databases.
- Provided general clerical and administrative support for the department.
- Prepared EEO report for government audit of testing and interview candidates.
Senior Pastor
Calvary Church of the Deaf
Akron
06.2003 - 08.2007
- Preached, taught, and led worship weekly in English and American Sign Language simultaneously.
- Planned, initiated, and orchestrated ministries, banquets, fundraisers, trips, and activities.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Designed and created the monthly church newsletter that went out to over 500 people, and designed weekly bulletins as well.
- Oversaw and was involved in the administration and bookkeeping of the church and its ministries.
- Updated church office technologies, set up new financial software, and trained the users.
- Traveled as a guest speaker to various churches and Christian Schools.
- Performed weddings, funerals, and baptisms in bi-cultural and bi-lingual settings.
- Used American Sign Language and English simultaneously in all church settings, and interpreted in the community as well.
Staffing Coordinator
Lockheed Martin
Fort Worth
04.2002 - 04.2003
- Performed the entire HR hiring process from reviewing resumes to new employee orientation
- Involved with hiring 70 Aircraft Assemblers weekly when Lockheed obtained a new contract
- Participated in the hiring of 1400 people within one calendar year
- Responsible for providing candidates to both hourly and experienced professional positions
- Tracked candidates using HR programs: WDRS, Resumix, ECAL, Hiring Network, and POST
- Researched problem issues for new employees and transfers
- Assisted in creating the new Internal interview/transfer process to be used company wide
- Participated in the establishment of a new team to facilitate Internal transfers
- Trained departments and managers nationwide in centralizing the new Internal process
- Guided ALL internal candidates nationwide through this new Internal transfer process
- Transitioned to working with, and hiring for, several engineering departments with both internal and external candidates
- Instructed external candidates concerning the on-line application process
- Set-up travel arrangements and worldwide teleconferences
- Advised managers as well as other Business Units across the nation regarding the ARC (Aeronautics
- Recruiting Center) and the staffing processes and procedures
- Assisted in training other employees in the Staffing department in the use of HR software.
Associate/Youth Pastor
Assembly of God of Delhi
04.2000 - 10.2001
- Provided church leadership when the Senior Pastor resigned
- Performed multiple youth services (3-4) as well as adult services (2-4) weekly
- Planned and initiated new programs and events
- Prepared yearly youth calendar of events as well as the annual youth budget
- Trained and oversaw 30 volunteer adult staff in the “Power House,” the community Youth Center
- Grew the “Power House,” the community Youth Center, from 45 to 125 students weekly
- Involved in various administrative and clerical duties weekly
- Maintained, repaired, and upgraded the church's sound system
- Taught classes, counseled, administered MMPI tests, and interpreted test results
- Arranged transportation for large groups to various events
- Oversaw adult leaders as part of a team taking youth (6th -12th grade) on various trips.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bible
Central Bible College, Evangel University
Springfield, MO01.1998
Associate of Arts - Deaf Ministry
Central Bible College, Evangel University
Springfield, MO01.1998
Skills
- Microsoft Windows, MS Office, filing, typing, organizing, planning, and setting up travel arrangements
- Coordinating events between time zones around the world, and a quick study with most computer programs
- Experienced in communicating with all levels of leadership in large corporations
- Proficient in American Sign Language
- Leadership, communication, training, mechanical and wiring assembly, attention to detail, computers, and general soldering
- Manufacturing, mechanical knowledge, troubleshooting, reading drawings, blueprints, and schematics
- Using various tools, such as micrometers, hand and power tools, crimpers, and wire strippers
- Many kinds of forklifts, scissor jacks, power jacks, pump jacks, etc
- Media production, computers, video cameras, streaming, and audio technologies
Affiliations
- Woodworking, woodcarving, bicycling, hiking, fishing, music, creative arts, and computing.
Certification
- IPC/WHMA-A-650 (Institute for Printed Circuits/Wiring Harness Manufacturing Association) training
Timeline
Wire Harness Assembler, Trainer
Winar Connection
11.2018 - 07.2025
Electronics Department Associate
Sam’s Club
11.2017 - 03.2019
Volunteer
Summit Christian School
10.2008 - 01.2015
Labor Relations Associate/HR Assistant
BWXT
06.2008 - 06.2008
Volunteer
Springfield AG
10.2007 - Current
Senior Pastor
Calvary Church of the Deaf
06.2003 - 08.2007
Staffing Coordinator
Lockheed Martin
04.2002 - 04.2003
Associate/Youth Pastor
Assembly of God of Delhi
04.2000 - 10.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Bible
Central Bible College, Evangel University
Associate of Arts - Deaf Ministry
Central Bible College, Evangel University
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