Karwan Hariri
Covington,WA
Summary
Owner with excellent autobody, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 35 years of experience. CCC Estimator, PPG Certified, Chassis repair Certified, Welder Certified, Body and Painter certified. Manager of Original Auto Body for 18 years. Experience with all brand and models of cars. Main goal is to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Autobody Owner
Original Auto Body
01.2005 - 11.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations and managed multiple relationship calls from vendors to consumers.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Increased productivity up to 30% with planning and strategic skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kurdistan High
Erbil Iraq05.1990
Skills
- Staff Management
- Business Planning
- Client Service
- Process Improvement
- Cost Analysis and Savings
- Attention to Detail
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Staffing Oversight
- Staff Hiring
- Equipment Management
- Consulting
Timeline
Autobody Owner
Original Auto Body
01.2005 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Kurdistan High
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