Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Jack Whitestine

New Richmond,Ohio

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.


Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Parts Specialist

O' Reily's Auto Parts
10.2024 - Current
  • Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Collaborated with service technicians to identify required parts for repairs, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
  • Conducted thorough research on complex parts inquiries, ensuring accurate information was provided to customers and colleagues.

Iron Worker

Local 290
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
  • Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures using nut and bolts and state certified welding to include: cut and bend test, xray test and heat testing.
  • Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
  • Cut metal components to required lengths torches, metal circuler saws,metal shears, strippit machine,, and bar cutters.
  • Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
  • Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.

Shop Lead Mechanic

Beavercreek Rental
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance scheduling and timely repairs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Mentored junior mechanics, sharing expertise in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues to expedite repairs.
  • Conducted employee evaluations, identifying strengths and areas for growth while fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Bolstered overall shop performance by analyzing workflows for areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.

Safety Coordinator

General Motors Co
01.1995 - 01.2013
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards..
  • Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.
  • Developed Lockout/Tagout protocols specific to each piece of machinery within facility as per OSHA guidelines.
  • Implemented hazard communication programs for chemical handling/storage procedures, maintaining MSDS records for easy access by employees during emergencies or routine operations.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategic safety goals, promoting strong culture of workplace.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.

Various

General Motors Co
01.1995 - 01.2013

Metal Department to include line worker (find dings and defects), line relief (bathroom breaks In witch I cut line stoppage by 1hr a day by learning habits of people on line)

line repairman, Supervisor

  • Chassis Line worker, repairman
  • Trim Department to include line worker, Trim relief, Trim repair
  • Paint Department to include line worker, paint repair, Paint relief, paint inspector, Supervisor
  • Motor Department Line worker, Line relief, Line repairman,
  • Final Inspection To include Look over whole vehicle find and mark defects, Final repair ( repair any and all defects found)

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanic

Northwest Business College
Lima, OH

Associate - Automotive Technologies

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
01-1993

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Training and coaching
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Safety Procedures

Accomplishments

  • Built productive, successful team using key training and development strategies.
  • Improved monthly sales
  • I have improved my skillset with each position.
  • 1st to get State welding papers in multiple disciplines in my class. (Kept me working through winter seasons.)
  • I have built several homes, cars and my farm.
  • I built and ran a vehicle repair shop

Certification

  • Osha 30 training
  • Iso 9002 trained
  • Forklift Safety and Inspector Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Tire Industry Association (TIA) Certified Tire Service Technician - Tire Industry Association.
  • Certified Automotive Parts Specialist (CAPS) - Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association.
  • Introduction to Automotive Technology Certificate– ASE Education Foundation.
  • Hazardous Materials Handling Certificate - Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • OSHA Certified
  • Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE)
  • First Aid Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Forklift Certification
  • Tugger Certification
  • Maintenance Supervisor

Timeline

Parts Specialist

O' Reily's Auto Parts
10.2024 - Current

Iron Worker

Local 290
01.2022 - 01.2023

Shop Lead Mechanic

Beavercreek Rental
01.2012 - 01.2018

Safety Coordinator

General Motors Co
01.1995 - 01.2013

Various

General Motors Co
01.1995 - 01.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanic

Northwest Business College

Associate - Automotive Technologies

Sinclair Community College
Jack Whitestine