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JAMES KASA

Forest Lake,MN

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Schoonover Bodyworks and Autocare, excelling in paint protection film installation and team supervision. Proven track record in optimizing workflows and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in project management and relationship building, fostering a collaborative environment that drives operational success and elevates service standards. I'm looking for a place to add a positive and fun outlook on life, and bring out the best in others around me. My goal is a long-term fit at a place that cares for its employees as much as they care for their customers. I am a loyal and long-term frame-of-mind guy! Looking for the same in an employer!

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

PAINT PROTECTION FILM INSTALLER (PPF)

Schoonover Bodyworks and Autocare
Shoreview, MN
11.2023 - 05.2025

Assessed and fulfilled customer PPF needs through consultations.
Designed and installed customized PPF solutions per specifications.
Installed vinyl kits on vehicles involved in collisions to restore appearance.
Executed full vehicle wraps on vans and trailers to enhance branding.

Production/Shop Manager

Schoonover Bodyworks and Autocare
Shoreview, MN
07.2014 - 05.2025
  • Developed and implemented procedures for the efficient operation of the shop.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service throughout the store.
  • Implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability of the shop.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided feedback and guidance as necessary.
  • Facilitated prompt resolution of customer problems and complaints.
  • Taught junior employees proactive strategies to meet operational and sales goals.
  • Supervised a team of 20 employees, providing training, and performance evaluations.
  • Resolved customer complaints with professionalism, preserving the shop's reputation.
  • Oversaw daily shop operations, ensuring efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised daily operations by establishing procedures and monitoring team performance.
  • Guided team to consistently achieve daily, weekly and monthly production goals.

Production Manager

Lamettreys Collision
Maplewood, MN
07.2006 - 07.2014

Created daily outgoing car lists to streamline operations.
Managed shop workflow to guarantee timely and efficient processing.
Cultivated a 'make the day happen' mindset among team members.
Maintained quality standards while fostering a collaborative work atmosphere.

Education

High School Diploma -

Park Center Senior Highschool
Brooklyn Park, MN
06-2000

Skills

  • Paint protection film installation
  • Vehicle wrapping
  • Customer consultation
  • Inventory management
  • Safety compliance
  • Team supervision
  • Time management
  • Workflow optimization
  • Problem solving
  • Employee training
  • Performance evaluation
  • Relationship building
  • OSHA regulations compliance
  • Work order completion
  • Project management
  • Task prioritization
  • Positive attitude
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Professionalism

Affiliations

  • I enjoy custom painting and vinyl and heatpress projects for fun. I enjoy watching sports and have 2 grown boys that were heavy into football growing up!

Timeline

PAINT PROTECTION FILM INSTALLER (PPF)

Schoonover Bodyworks and Autocare
11.2023 - 05.2025

Production/Shop Manager

Schoonover Bodyworks and Autocare
07.2014 - 05.2025

Production Manager

Lamettreys Collision
07.2006 - 07.2014

High School Diploma -

Park Center Senior Highschool
JAMES KASA