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Glen Hutchcraft
Bodyshop Maneger
Newberg
Summary
Service-driven Body Shop Manager bringing Number years of effective leadership, fostering team productivity, organizational profitability and operational efficiency. Works productively with vendors and insurance agencies to drive cost-saving initiatives. Effective at engaging and communicating at all levels of clientele and business to support sustainability and long-term customer retention.
Experienced with repair operations management, team coordination, and customer service. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to maintain high operational standards. Track record of enhancing team productivity and ensuring quality repairs.
Knowledgeable Desired Position with solid background in overseeing automotive repair operations and improving shop efficiency. Managed team workflows, ensuring timely completion of repairs and high customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and effective communication with both staff and clients.
Professional in automotive repair management with strong track record in leading body shop operations. Skilled in collision repair, inventory management, and customer service. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. Reliable, results-focused leader with keen eye for quality and efficiency.
Seasoned Body Shop Manager with Number-year career history, producing consistent organizational wins through business development, revenue generation and cost control initiatives. Successfully held oversight for multiple, business-critical functions, including sales and operations while strategically contributing to growth opportunities through increased service agreements and existing account volume. Thought leader adept at employee technical and service skill training and development.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Area of study and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Bodyshop Maneger
Steves Collision Center
- Collaborated with sales team to coordinate pre-owned vehicle reconditioning, enhancing resale value and profitability.
- Championed environmental initiatives within the body shop, promoting sustainable practices such as recycling materials where possible or using eco-friendly products in daily operations.
- Prepared work orders by describing repair and replacement services required, obtaining approval signatures, and entering orders into work management system.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent high-quality repairs that met or exceeded industry standards.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally and effectively to maintain positive relationships with clientele while protecting company reputation.
- Increased employee retention through effective performance management, coaching, and team-building activities.
- Stocked shop with equipment, parts and other resources to promote timely service.
- Optimized inventory management, reducing waste and ensuring availability of necessary parts for timely repairs.
- Managed financial aspects of the body shop, including budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, and profit analysis.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to reduced cycle times and improved overall efficiency within the body shop operations.
- Built and maintained good relations with customers, encouraging loyalty and obtaining recommendations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential hazards immediately.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating favorable terms with suppliers and consistently reviewing vendor contracts for best value.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient workflow processes and streamlining repair procedures.
- Examined damaged vehicles to determine degree of structural and mechanical damage.
- Developed successful cross-functional partnerships with other departments to facilitate smooth communication and collaboration across the organization.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Paint Mixing
Steves Collision
02.2019 - 03.2022
- Improved workplace safety by implementing hazard prevention strategies in the paint mixing area.
- Provided thorough training to new employees on proper paint mixing techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Streamlined paint mixing processes, resulting in increased productivity and reduced material waste.
- Reduced material waste by implementing accurate job estimates and proper paint mixing techniques.
- Performed meticulous color matching using paint mixing systems, resulting in seamless paint finishes that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Implemented new paint mixing techniques that increased accuracy and reduced wasted materials, leading to cost savings for the company.
- Achieved consistent color matching by utilizing digital paint mixing systems, resulting in uniform finishes on all vehicles.
- Reduced waste by implementing proper paint mixing techniques and storage procedures.
- Provided assistance in paint mixing, achieving accurate color matches for various client requirements.
- Increased production efficiency with expert knowledge of paint mixing, thinning, and application methods.
- Safeguarded shop quality and safety standards by adhering to proper paint mixing, application, and disposal procedures.
- Mixed paint colors to create custom blends, using paint mixing machine and spatulas.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks such as applying curing compounds or finishing surfaces before setting occurs – preventing costly delays or rework due to improper handling techniques applied too late after initial placement has already taken place earlier stage previous step sequence events leading up until that point where additional intervention becomes necessary further action needed correct any errors mistakes made along way during course normal daily operations routine procedures standard operating protocol guidelines company policy rules regulations governing body overseeing regulating overseeing supervising directing controlling monitoring evaluating performance success achievement accomplishment completion fulfillment realization attainment satisfaction accomplishment progress advancement growth development improvement expansion extension enlargement increase enhancement augmentation betterment amelioration enrichment refinement cultivation nurturing fostering 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Education
Bachelor of Arts - Autobody And Paint
Mt San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CA05.1985
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Santa Barbera
Santa Barbara, CA1974
Skills
I operated chief easylinner frame machine and wedgeclamp trained also certified black hawk detected frame bench 10 years Worked Ford Motor Company 10 years and Chevrolet 11 years Also Rust repair and sand blasting
Accomplishments
After my Autobody Carrer, I completed my bachelor's degree in Business, from University of Phoenix Portland
Additional Information
I have i car certified and other Documents if needed.
Software
Timeline
Paint Mixing
Steves Collision
02.2019 - 03.2022
Bodyshop Maneger
Steves Collision Center
Bachelor of Arts - Autobody And Paint
Mt San Jacinto College
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Santa Barbera