Kenny Bean
Hazel Park
Summary
Dynamic automotive painter with a proven track record at Micro Auto Group, excelling in color matching and custom paint design. Recognized for leadership and teamwork, I enhanced efficiency and customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and innovative spray techniques, consistently delivering high-quality finishes that drove repeat business.
Experienced with paint application and surface preparation, ensuring high-quality finishes on vehicles. Utilizes advanced techniques in color matching and spray equipment operation to achieve professional results. Track record of maintaining consistent quality and meeting client expectations through meticulous attention to detail and effective teamwork.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Painter
Micro Auto Group
10.1998 - Current
- Achieved consistent color matching by utilizing digital paint mixing systems, resulting in uniform finishes on all automotive parts.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, maintaining a cohesive work environment and improving overall efficiency.
- Enhanced vehicle appearance by applying high-quality paint jobs, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
- Maintained a safe and clean workspace by adhering to safety protocols and properly disposing of hazardous materials, reducing workplace accidents.
- Completed complex paint jobs within tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills and attention to detail.
- Mentored junior painters in proper techniques and best practices, fostering professional growth within the team members.
- Streamlined painting processes by implementing efficient spray techniques, reducing waste and increasing productivity.
- Hammered out minor body dents and dimples using bumping hammer.
- Delivered outstanding results by mastering various painting techniques such as airbrushing, pinstriping, and custom graphics application.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality control for each individual task assigned.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities for continual improvement of skills related to industry advances in technology or materials used in automotive painting processes.
- Contributed to shop marketing efforts through showcasing previous work samples via social media platforms or at industry events, driving new business inquiries.
- Increased workflow efficiency by proactively addressing minor repairs before painting, minimizing rework after the final coat was applied.
- Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
- Assisted with inventory management for paint supplies and equipment, contributing to cost-effective operations within the shop.
- Conducted regular maintenance on painting equipment for optimal performance, prolonging its lifespan and maximizing return on investment.
- Sprayed specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces.
- Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
- Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
- Prepared and applied stencils, computer-generated decals or other decorative items to finished products.
- Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
- Turned dials, handwheels, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Filled hoppers, reservoirs and pans with material used to coat, paint or spray using conveyors or pails.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hazel Park High School
Hazel Park, MI06-1988
Skills
- Reliability, Self motivation, Professionalism
- Leadership qualities, Teamwork and collaboration, Problem-solving, Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills, Adaptability and flexibility, Decision-making, Written communication
- Continuous improvement, Goal setting
- Physical stamina
- Adherence to safety protocols
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation, Equipment maintenance, Gauge adjustments, Tool maintenance
- Damage assessment, Cavity filling, Modifications and adjustments, Efficient surface preparation
- Color matching, Expert paint mixing, Sealant application, Coating application, Clear coat application, Detail-oriented finishing
- Proper masking techniques, Thorough sanding skills, Material handling
- Custom paint design, Airbrush artistry, Advanced spray techniques, Hand tool use
Timeline
Automotive Painter
Micro Auto Group
10.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hazel Park High School
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