Kathryn Knapp
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Talented Paint/Electrical supervisor with 13 years of experience managing, scheduling, and overseeing employees. Highly knowledgeable expert in production with proven methods for improving efficiency. Priority on employee safety in fast-paced environment.
Diligent Foreman with over 13 years of experience maintaining seamless business operations. Smoothly administers budgets, trains staff and monitors procedures to maximize efficiency and balance objectives with operational requirements. Exceptional skills in inventory management, loss prevention and vendor negotiation.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Paint Foreman
CMS Willowbrook
Oklahoma City, OK
09.2021 - Current
- Supervised a team of 10-15 painters, providing guidance and direction when needed.
- Developed training plans for new employees and existing staff members to improve their skillset and productivity.
- Provided feedback to team members on their job performance so they could improve their efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assisted with scheduling tasks for production teams, allowing them to meet deadlines while staying within budget constraints.
- Identified areas for improvement in processes or procedures, proposing solutions to management teams.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in the work area at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions taken.
- Managed daily operations of the paint department, setting goals and objectives for employees.
- Created detailed reports outlining progress made on each project throughout its duration.
- Monitored quality control standards and ensured that they were met consistently.
- Worked closely with suppliers to acquire materials necessary for completing projects quickly without sacrificing quality.
- Organized workflow by assigning tasks to individual workers based on their strengths and abilities.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently, ensuring satisfaction with the final product delivered.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient production.
- Oversaw inventory management, ordering supplies as needed to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment used in the painting process, ensuring proper maintenance was being done.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Recommended opportunities for growth and advancement to motivate employees.
- Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
- Evaluated and assessed personnel to identify potential candidates for promotion.
- Determined budgets, production goals and rates based on company policies and requirements.
Apprentice Electrician
Keeling/ Hawkins electric
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2011 - 09.2021
- Measured, cut and bent wire and conduit using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed electrical wiring and fixtures, such as outlets, switches, circuit breakers, junction boxes and wall sockets.
- Installed lighting fixtures such as fluorescent bulbs or LED lights.
- Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations.
- Performed general maintenance on electrical systems including replacing worn parts and repairing faulty wiring.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Worked in all weather conditions and on multiple types of ladders and mechanical lifts.
- Supported journeyman and master electricians in maintaining, operating and repairing electrical systems.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified professionals.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as high voltage electricity.
- Followed relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the layout of a system.
- Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Ensured compliance with relevant codes related to the National Electrical Code.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers or fuses when necessary.
- Assisted electricians in wiring residential buildings with installation of electrical conduits.
- Collaborated with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Assembled conduits by threading ends together with couplings or clamps.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of electrical codes, principles and federal regulations.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
- Observed safety regulations while working on energized systems.
- Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with various types of control systems.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
- Calculated load capacities of circuits to ensure conformance to code requirements.
- Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
- Performed installation, maintenance and tests of electrical energy systems and components by safely using all equipment and tools.
- Tested functions of installed electricity control and distribution apparatus for dependability or adjustments.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Identified potential problems before they occur by inspecting equipment regularly.
- Adhered to company policies regarding the use of personal protective equipment.
- Set up equipment and configured settings for optimal performance.
- Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts.
- Calculated wattages, KW and KVA to provide reliable power supply system for residential and commercial units.
- Utilized measuring and testing instruments such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and testing lamps accurately, efficiently and safely to complete installations and repairs.
- Provided advice on how best to utilize available energy sources efficiently.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
- Fabricated parts according to specifications using hand and power tools.
- From 2018- 2021 I ran a crew of 12 on a job in Texas.
Education
Decision Driver Program -
Insuricas Defensive Driving Program
Oklahoma City, OK09-2022
Blueprint -
Francis Tuttle Vo Tech
Oklahoma City, OK03-2022
GED -
U. S. Grant High School
Oklahoma City, OK01-2006
Skills
- OSHA Compliance
- Scheduling Coordination
- Surface Preparation
- Material Ordering
- Task Delegation
- Drywall Repair
- Scaffolding Setup
- Work Planning
- Detail Orientation
- Adhesive Application
- Weatherproofing
- Pressure Washing
- Performance Monitoring
- Safety Management
- Quality Assurance
- Inventory Management
- Incidents Management
- Materials Inspection
- Shift Scheduling
- Equipment Operation
- Supply Chain Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Workflow Analysis
- Staff Supervision
- Strategy Development
- Goal Setting
- Process Improvement Strategies
- Task Prioritization
- Systems Implementation
- Performance Reporting
- Self Motivation
- Flexible Schedule
- Supply Requisition
- Team Building
- Work Area Inspection
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Relationship Building
- Cost Reduction and Containment
- Problem-Solving
- Multi-Unit Operations Management
- Activity Reporting
- Performance Improvement
- Interpersonal Communication
- Inventory Assessment
- Staff Development
- Work Order Analysis
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Process Improvement
- Documentation and Reporting
- Attention to Detail
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Schedule Oversight
- Forklift Operation
- Conflict Resolution
- Assigning Work
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Production Coordination
- Staff Retention
- Time Management Abilities
- Supply Chain Distribution
- Adaptability
- Productivity Improvement Specialist
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Schedule Development
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Production Management
- Multitasking
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Time Management
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Solutions Development
- Financial and Cash Flow Analyses
- Product Assembly
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Schedule Coordination
- Customer Service
- Production Error Correction
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Quality Control
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Training and Mentoring
- Professional Demeanor
- Hiring and Training
- Excellent Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety Procedures
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Critical Thinking
- Continuous Improvements
- Effective Communication
- Worker Training
- Written Communication
- Interpreting Job Specifications
- Purchasing and Procurement
Certificate's
OSHA 30
Mobile elevated work platforms
Hand & Power/ Powder-Acutated/ Pneumatic / Sillica/ Fire Protection/ Fire Extinguishers/ Bloodbourne Pathogens
BasicPlus- CPR,AED and First Aid for adults
12 Hr Basic Blueprint Reading
Timeline
Head Paint Foreman
CMS Willowbrook
09.2021 - Current
Apprentice Electrician
Keeling/ Hawkins electric
06.2011 - 09.2021
GED -
U. S. Grant High School
Decision Driver Program -
Insuricas Defensive Driving Program
Blueprint -
Francis Tuttle Vo Tech