Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Research And Experience
Honors And Awards
Leadership Experience
Timeline
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Keith Kato

Mililani Town,HI

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled refinish technician with 22 years in the industry. Demonstrating expertise in achieving finishes that meet or exceed OEM standards and customer expectations. Multiple certifications and accolades equating to an iCAR Platinum status. Successful Lead Painter willing to train others and give precise, clear instructions for what needs to be accomplished. Dedicated employee with a successful track record of meeting deadlines and tight budgets. Ready for a new position where attention to detail can be utilized.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Painter

O’sung Auto Body
01.2023 - 01.2024

Department manager - Painter

Sig’s Collision Center (now Gerber Collision)
01.2018 - 01.2023

Refinish technician

Jace & Kim Collision Specialists
01.2013 - 01.2018

Education

Auto Body Repair & Refinishing -

University of Hawaii, Maui Campus
01.2003

Diploma - Educational focus on automotive technology; repair and refinishing

H.P Baldwin High School
01.1996

Skills

  • Work Order Assessment
  • Color Matching
  • Project Estimation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Surface Preparation
  • Estimate Preparation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Effective Communication
  • Spray Gun Operation
  • Safety Procedures
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Health assessments
  • Task Prioritization
  • Time Management
  • Color mixing
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Reliability
  • Professionalism
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Quality Control
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Defect Correction
  • Attention to Detail
  • Goal Setting
  • Self Motivation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Modifications and adjustments

Research And Experience

iCAR certificates of achievement across all the courses available and applicable to the career path, culminating in an iCAR Platinum status; the highest rating an individual can receive. The courses are often required by insurers or vehicle manufacturers, to ensure safety and compliance at every step of the repair process. ICAR Platinum has become the modern standard for selecting a viable refinish technician candidate, simultaneously giving the individual the best leverage for a lucrative career.

Honors And Awards

  • DuPont Certified, 2002-11-01
  • PPG Certified, 2006-05-01
  • Standox Certified, 2011-07-01

Leadership Experience

Experienced paint shop department manager with a proven track record of overseeing operations, optimizing workflow, and ensuring quality standards. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and implementing efficient processes to meet production goals. Effective communication and problem-solving abilities to address challenges and drive continuous improvement.

Timeline

Painter

O’sung Auto Body
01.2023 - 01.2024

Department manager - Painter

Sig’s Collision Center (now Gerber Collision)
01.2018 - 01.2023

Refinish technician

Jace & Kim Collision Specialists
01.2013 - 01.2018

Auto Body Repair & Refinishing -

University of Hawaii, Maui Campus

Diploma - Educational focus on automotive technology; repair and refinishing

H.P Baldwin High School
Keith Kato