I am very fond of the outdoors, from fly fishing to skiing I love hiking, and camping and beach days at the lake My daughter took up fishing last year and it has been really fun fishing with her
John Rupp
Eagan,MN
Summary
Dynamic owner/operator with a proven track record at Bird Punch Designs LLC, excelling in custom camper van fabrication. Skilled in operations management and quality oversight, I enhance production efficiency while fostering a positive work environment. Passion for woodworking and safety training ensures high standards and client satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Bird Punch Designs LLC
06.2022 - Current
- Building Custom Camper Vans
- Templating For Production
- Fabricating custom cabinets, bed platforms and walls all to the customers specifications
- Responsible for all cutting, rounding over, and sanding
- Stain, Rubio Monocoat or Polyurethane all wood components
- Fabricating ceilings
- Install all cabinets and components into the van
- Installing electrical systems, solar, and shore power
Carpenter
Quality Adventure Custom Vans
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Constructed custom cabinetry and furniture to meet client specifications.
- Operated woodworking machinery, ensuring precision in all cuts and finishes.
- Installing all components into the van when completed.
Training Manager
Vertical Endeavors
08.2016 - 06.2022
- Developed training programs to enhance employee performance and engagement.
- Facilitated workshops to improve team collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and assessment tools.
- Responsible for all safety training
- Ensuring new employees were set up to succeed when they began working on their own
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN12-2026
Associate of Arts -
Front Range Community College
Westminster, Colorado, CO05-2016
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Manage Production
- Oversee Quality
Affiliations
- Freemason
Interests
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Bird Punch Designs LLC
06.2022 - Current
Carpenter
Quality Adventure Custom Vans
11.2020 - 06.2022
Training Manager
Vertical Endeavors
08.2016 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Metropolitan State University
Associate of Arts -
Front Range Community College