Garrett Koch
Ocala,Florida
Summary
Agile and adaptable staff leader with stellar work history, motivational approach and upbeat nature. Skilled at training employees and leveraging organized approaches to handle daily planning, scheduling, and customer service requirements. Forward-thinking and industrious with diplomatic communication style focused on maximizing engagement and satisfaction. Has demonstrated excellence in applying military-grade firearm coatings and managing inventory, enhancing efficiency and vendor negotiations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Manager
Custom Creations Powdercoating
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Firearms Safety Training
- Firearms disassembly and reassembly training.
- Cerakote Application Specialist
- Natural Gas Industrial Ovens Operation.
- Application of Military Grade Firearm Coatings (Cerakote, High temperature paints.) Coatings for Exhaust systems, Engine components, naval/marine/aero specialty coatings.
- Powdercoating specialist
- Metal surface Preparation, Coal slag blasting, Silica blasting, Aluminum Oxide blasting, Soda Blasting, Quartz Blasting
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Controlled costs by effectively negotiating with vendors, saving $.
Construction Worker
Sunrise Home Renovations
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Remodeling Condos
- Painting
- Mudding, Drywall, Interior walls and ceilings.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
Construction Foreman
Hughes Construction
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Installation of Metal Roofing.
- Basic Carpentry Skills
- Vinyl Flooring Installation
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
Shop Technician
Franklin Transmission
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Removed GM/Chevrolet Transmissions for Full Rebuilds.
- Transmission Service
- Helped team meet customer service deadlines by working quickly and minimizing errors.
- Measured and tested components using handheld micrometers, calipers and other tools.
- Kept shop clean, organized and stocked with supplies.
Body Shop Technician
HDZ Auto Body Shop & Detailing, Inc.
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Spot Welding
- Dent Removal
- Bondo
- Priming.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
Shop Technician
Southern Towing and Restoration
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Cleaned stains from fabric or garments using spray guns and cleaning fluid.
- Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
Education
National Association For Fitness Certification
IACET
Virtual10.2023
CPR/AED: Adult, Child, Infant + First Aid (BLS)
American Health Care Academy
07.2023
TELF Teaching English As A Foreign Language
OTTSA
Vitual01.2020
High School Diploma -
Franklin Highschool
Franklin NC05.2019
Skills
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
- Employee Scheduling
- Budget Adherence
- Sales Analysis
- Cross-cultural communication
- Document Translation
Timeline
Shop Manager
Custom Creations Powdercoating
10.2022 - 08.2024
Construction Worker
Sunrise Home Renovations
06.2021 - 09.2022
Construction Foreman
Hughes Construction
03.2019 - 05.2020
Shop Technician
Franklin Transmission
12.2016 - 01.2018
Body Shop Technician
HDZ Auto Body Shop & Detailing, Inc.
04.2016 - 11.2016
Shop Technician
Southern Towing and Restoration
02.2015 - 03.2016
National Association For Fitness Certification
IACET
CPR/AED: Adult, Child, Infant + First Aid (BLS)
American Health Care Academy
TELF Teaching English As A Foreign Language
OTTSA
High School Diploma -
Franklin Highschool
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