Gustavo Mena
Milwaukee
Summary
Results-driven upholsterer with expertise in custom upholstery, quality assurance, and machine operation. Proven ability to lead operations, enhance workshop safety, and mentor staff for optimal productivity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Upholsterer
Lake Country Marine Upholstery
Hartland
01.2019 - Current
- Crafted custom upholstery for marine vessels using various fabrics and materials.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Created a customer service policy to ensure customers were satisfied with products or services.
Upholstery Sewer
Kendor Marine Corp
Franklin
06.2010 - 01.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines on upholstery projects.
- Inspected finished products for quality and consistency before final assembly.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding material needs and project updates.
- Measured, cut, and sewed fabric for upholstery projects.
- Used power tools such as staple guns and electric drills when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alexander Hamilton High School
Milwaukee, WI06-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Custom upholstery
- Fabric selection
- Quality assurance
- Machine operation
- Workshop safety
- Production planning
- Team collaboration
- Marketing strategy
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Bilingual communication
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Upholsterer
Lake Country Marine Upholstery
01.2019 - Current
Upholstery Sewer
Kendor Marine Corp
06.2010 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Alexander Hamilton High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Milwaukee Area Technical College