Keith Langreder
Ripples Auto Body
Panama,IL
46
years of professional experience
Dedicated automotive professional with a comprehensive background spanning collision repair, body shop management, and vehicle estimating. Skilled at evaluating vehicle damage, preparing accurate repair estimates, and communicating effectively with customers and stakeholders.
Work History
Estimator
4 Years 1 Month- Developed detailed cost breakdowns for parts, labor, and materials for customer quotes.
- Streamlined estimating processes to enhance efficiency in workflow and reduce turnaround time.
- Collaborated with technicians to assess vehicle damage and recommend necessary repairs.
- Oversaw the fulfillment of parts orders, maintaining accurate records and ensuring quality standards.
Body Shop Manager
5 Months- Oversaw daily operations of body shop technicians, ensuring efficient vehicle repair and painting processes.
- Coordinated supply ordering processes to maintain timely availability of materials.
- Clarified insurance estimates and deductible calculations to enhance client satisfaction. Streamlined payment processes and increased transparency by providing detailed explanations of deductibles.
Body Shop Manager
10 Years 7 Months- Oversaw daily operations of body shop technicians, ensuring efficient vehicle repair and painting processes.
- Coordinated supply ordering processes to maintain timely availability of materials.
- Clarified insurance estimates and deductible calculations to enhance client satisfaction. Streamlined payment processes and increased transparency by providing detailed explanations of deductibles.
Auto Body Technician
29 Years 2 Months- Repaired and restored damaged vehicles.
- Diagnosed vehicle issues and provided comprehensive repair estimates to clients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Vehicle cost estimation
Vehicle painting
Knowledge of Reynolds & Reynolds Dealertrack
CCC One Estimating System
and Mitchell Repair Center.
Insurance claims handling
Automotive painting
Timeline
Estimator
Ripples Auto Body
01.2020 - 02.2024Read More
Body Shop Manager
Steve Schmitt Auto Group
12.2018 - 05.2019Read More
Body Shop Manager
Koetting/Webber Ford
01.2008 - 08.2018Read More
Auto Body Technician
Terry's Auto Body
01.1978 - 03.2007Read More
Collinsville High School
High School Diploma
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