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Juan Arroyo

Summary

Product Development Engineer and Upholstery Trainer with a rich history at Precedent Furniture, adept in AutoCAD and excelling in staff development. Achieved significant productivity boosts by mentoring staff and refining product designs for enhanced customer satisfaction.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Upholstery Trainer

Precedent Furniture
06.2021 - Current
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback.

Product Development Engineer

Precedent Furniture
06.2018 - 06.2021
  • Develop poly and fabric patterns for new styles using Auto-Cad and hand made patterns.
  • Make pattern adjustments/improvements for current styles.
  • Managed documentation and schematics for each new style for each department including upholstery, sewing and spring-up.
  • Worked with marketing and service managers to understand customer desires and obtain feedback, adjusting product as needed for optimal customer satisfaction.

Upholstery Trainer

Precedent Furniture
06.2010 - 06.2018


Trained all insiders and trimmers on new style intros to be produced with focus on quality and efficiency.


Worked with Product Development to identify issues with patterns/frames to streamline upholstery processes.




Upholsterer

Precedent Furniture
06.2000 - 06.2010
  • Stretched and tacked fabric into place.
  • Padded seats and arms with batting and cardboard.

Spring up

Precedent Furniture
06.1998 - 06.2000

Attach springs, webbing and FLW to frame as specified per style.

Material Handler

Precedent Furniture
06.1996 - 06.1998


  • Distributed all necessary materials when needed on the manufacturing floor in upholstery.

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Springs High School
Miami, FL

Certificate AutoCAD For Furniture - AutoCAD

Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC
11-2018

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Self motivation
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Decision-making
  • Organizational skills
  • Troubleshooting
  • Time management
  • New product support
  • New hire training
  • Coaching and development

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Upholstery Trainer

Precedent Furniture
06.2021 - Current

Product Development Engineer

Precedent Furniture
06.2018 - 06.2021

Upholstery Trainer

Precedent Furniture
06.2010 - 06.2018

Upholsterer

Precedent Furniture
06.2000 - 06.2010

Spring up

Precedent Furniture
06.1998 - 06.2000

Material Handler

Precedent Furniture
06.1996 - 06.1998

High School Diploma -

Miami Springs High School

Certificate AutoCAD For Furniture - AutoCAD

Catawba Valley Community College
Juan Arroyo