Jim Morris
Cortez,CO
Summary
Strategic Product Development Leader with a strong background in product launches and project management. Drives alignment of product features with market needs and ensures compliance with specifications. Experienced in custom fabrication, delivering high-quality products from raw materials. Ready to leverage expertise in product innovation to enhance business outcomes.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabricator/Painter
Western Construction Components
Yuma, AZ
03.2015 - 04.2020
- Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
- Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
- Cut materials such as steel plates, tubes, bars, angles, channels using hand tools and power saws.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning for optimal paint application.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
Chief Operating Officer
AIM Industries
Mesa, AZ
10.1995 - 10.1999
Vice President of Product Development
Belltech Inc
Fresno, California
09.1983 - 1994
- Spearheaded new product development and enhanced existing products.
- Managed product lifecycle from concept through development to launch phases.
- Developed innovative strategies for new products from concept through launch.
- Conducted market research to identify new opportunities for product enhancements.
- Conducted market research analysis to identify customer needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with marketing to align product features with customer needs and trends.
- Developed targeted marketing campaigns to enhance brand awareness and engagement.
- Presented product demonstrations at trade shows, conferences, and other events.
- Attended trade shows and conventions to promote products and services.
- Managed brand presence at trade shows, conventions, festivals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Gilbert, AZ05-1978
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZSkills
- Custom fabrication
- Product development
- Project management
- Product innovation
- Metal fabrication
- Design thinking
- Product launches
- Promotions
- Media relations
Accomplishments
- SEMA New Product of the Year (1993) Rear Styling Package for GM and Chevy Pickup
- SEMA New Product of the Year (1984) Dropped Spindle
- Magazine Covers of Custom Trucks (Dozens)-Designs by Jim Morris
Timeline
Fabricator/Painter
Western Construction Components
03.2015 - 04.2020
Chief Operating Officer
AIM Industries
10.1995 - 10.1999
Vice President of Product Development
Belltech Inc
09.1983 - 1994
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College