James Conn
Summary
Professional with experience in business leadership and management, prepared for this role. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in strategic planning, financial oversight, and operational efficiency. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring consistent performance and growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/ Shop Owner
Northern Lights Metalworking LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintains clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrates versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricates shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspects welds and checks critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Increases production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivers high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Collaborates on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Adapted business strategy in response to changing market conditions or consumer preferences, demonstrating a proactive approach to managing the shop's overall success.
- Improves profit margins by carefully analyzing sales data and adjusting pricing strategies accordingly based on demand fluctuations or competitor activity.
- Prepares annual budgets and monitored financial objectives.
- Conducts regular market research to stay current on industry trends and align product offerings with consumer preferences.
Salon Co-Owner
Shear Indulgence Salon
06.2019 - Current
- Oversees financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
- Ensures accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
- Mentors employees to improve work performance, promoting professional development and growth within the company.
- Establishes foundational processes for business operations.
- Maintains compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements through diligent oversight of business practices.
- Developed a strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Cultivates a safe working environment by adhering to workplace safety policies and providing necessary resources for employee wellbeing.
- Manages purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Implements business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Implements innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
Stageright
03.2012 - Current
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by rearranging storage areas according to product size, weight, and demand frequency patterns.
- Trained new team members in company procedures, enhancing overall department performance through knowledge sharing.
- Managed incoming shipments, ensuring accurate inventory control and timely processing of goods.
- Assisted with the preparation of international shipping documents, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely delivery.
- Maintained organized records of all inbound and outbound shipments, allowing for easy retrieval when needed.
- Ensured proper packaging and labeling of outgoing shipments, reducing damage claims and improving customer satisfaction.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
Education
High School Diploma -
Farwell High School
Farwell MI05-2008
Welding CTE Program
Mid Michigan Community College
Harrison MI05-2008
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Steel fabrication
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
- Small business operations
- Customer relations
- Decision-making
- Policy and procedure implementation
- Business development
- Operations management
- Records management
- Budget development
Timeline
Welder/ Shop Owner
Northern Lights Metalworking LLC
06.2023 - Current
Salon Co-Owner
Shear Indulgence Salon
06.2019 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
Stageright
03.2012 - Current
High School Diploma -
Farwell High School
Welding CTE Program
Mid Michigan Community College
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