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John Galish

Saraland,Alabama

Summary

Result-driven Technical Service Manager with solid background in overseeing and managing complex technical projects. Possess strong skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and problem-solving that have contributed to improved operational efficiency in previous roles. Strengths include customer-focused service delivery, end-to-end project management, and fostering collaborative work environments that drive business objectives and enhance customer satisfaction.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OEM Technical Manager

ArcelorMittal
Saraland, AL
02.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented service programs to ensure customer satisfaction and traveled throughout NA to provide onsite support.
  • Maintained relationships with customers, vendors, and staff to ensure delivery of quality services.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.
  • Collaborated with the technical support team to develop strategies for resolving customer issues quickly and efficiently.

Technical Service Engineer

ArcelorMittal
Saraland, AL
08.2010 - Current
  • Provided technical assistance to customers regarding product performance and troubleshooting.
  • Developed and maintained customer relationships by providing prompt and accurate solutions to inquiries.
  • Investigated customer complaints and identified the root cause of issues.
  • Assisted account executives with prospect evaluation and qualification.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all claim activity within designated system.
  • Provided training sessions for new employees on best practices for adjusting claims.
  • Assisted colleagues with difficult cases; provided guidance regarding complex issues or scenarios.

Customer Service Manager

Heidtman Steel Products Inc.
Cleveland, OH
08.2008 - 08.2010
  • Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.

Quality Assurance Manager

Viking and Worthington Steel
Valley City, OH
12.2004 - 07.2008
  • Developed and implemented quality assurance policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed customer complaints and identified trends in order to develop corrective action plans.
  • Conducted internal audits of processes, products, and systems to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Evaluated supplier performance against pre-defined criteria and negotiated contract terms accordingly.
  • Trained personnel on the use of new technologies or techniques designed to improve product reliability or safety standards.
  • Established key performance indicators for evaluating the effectiveness of the company's quality management system.
  • Performed root cause analysis on non-conforming materials or products in order to determine appropriate corrective actions.

Quality Management System Consultant

Viking and Worthington Steel
Valley City, OH
07.2004 - 12.2004
  • Contracted by executive management to develop and implement revised quality management system processes, procedures, and standards by converting the QMS from a QS9000 procedure-based system to a TS 16949 process-based system. The certification audit was successful, and the company offered and I accepted a full-time position after the certification.

Education

MBA - Organizational Leadership

Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL
12-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Walsh University
Canton, OH
12-2010

Skills

  • Customer Support
  • Technical leadership
  • Professionalism
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Product Development
  • Field Operations
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Technical Guidance
  • Change Management
  • System Design

Certification

  • American Society for Quality Certified Quality Engineer #39480
  • American Society for Quality Certified Quality Auditor #20218
  • American Society for Quality Certified Quality Technician #14173

Timeline

OEM Technical Manager

ArcelorMittal
02.2021 - Current

Technical Service Engineer

ArcelorMittal
08.2010 - Current

Customer Service Manager

Heidtman Steel Products Inc.
08.2008 - 08.2010

Quality Assurance Manager

Viking and Worthington Steel
12.2004 - 07.2008

Quality Management System Consultant

Viking and Worthington Steel
07.2004 - 12.2004

MBA - Organizational Leadership

Spring Hill College

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Walsh University
John Galish