Mark Zimmerman
New Century,KS
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Mechanic and Detailer
J. & H. Auto Sales
Olathe, KS
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on various vehicle systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve service efficiency.
- Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring optimal vehicle functionality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair services for various makes and models.
- Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.
- Reduced downtime for customers by completing most repair tasks within specified time estimates.
- Examined components and general state of vehicle engine to diagnose issues accurately.
Wire Harness Builder
Electrex, Inc.
Hutchinson, KS
05.2010 - 05.2014
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Trained new employees on tools, materials, and assembly techniques.
- Coordinated with project managers to maintain schedules and meet deadlines.
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications.
- Solved complex construction issues promptly with creative problem-solving abilities, preventing costly delays or compromises in quality.
- Developed detailed construction plans and organized required materials to maintain productivity.
- Delivered high-quality projects on time and within budget, consistently meeting client expectations and fostering long-term relationships.
- Optimized resource allocation for various projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
Maintenance Assistant
Hutchinson Correctional Facility
Hutchinson, KS
12.2005 - 05.2010
- Assisted in repairing plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC units, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Led initiatives to streamline repair processes, resulting in faster turnaround times for facility issues.
- Developed standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks, ensuring consistency and quality across operations.
- Maintained safety conditions and standards in facility.
- Used and operated various types of tools such as power saws, sanders, grinders, forklifts, and basic hand tools.
- Cleaned and lubricated mechanical systems to keep machinery operating at peak performance.
- Enhanced workplace safety with regular inspections of tools and facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Organized storage areas and tool rooms to keep areas safe and fully stocked.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts to restore equipment functionality.
- Performed regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems to support continuous operation.
- Responded immediately to emergency repairs and other maintenance requests to minimize downtime.
- Inspected systems and equipment to identify unscheduled maintenance and repair needs.
- Fostered a positive work environment through collaboration with colleagues across departments on facility improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrated adaptability by cross-training in various maintenance roles, optimizing team efficiency during peak workloads.
Storeroom Clerk, Food Service
Aramark
Hutchinson, KS
03.2004 - 11.2005
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and timely restocking of supplies.
- Coordinated receipt and storage of incoming products, optimizing space utilization in storeroom.
- Implemented efficient organization strategies, enhancing retrieval times for frequently used items.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper handling techniques for inventory management.
- Monitored expiration dates and rotated stock to minimize waste and ensure product quality.
- Developed procedures for tracking inventory discrepancies, improving accountability within the team.
- Improved order accuracy by meticulously reviewing purchase orders and cross-checking against actual deliveries.
- Maximized space utilization with effective layout planning and strategic storage solutions.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to optimize storeroom operations, enhancing overall workplace efficiency.
- Expedited order fulfillment through proper prioritization based on urgency and importance of requests.
- Exhibited outstanding attention to detail when conducting physical counts during annual inventory audits, resulting in more accurate financial reporting and forecasting efforts.
- Supported production efficiency by promptly addressing material shortages or discrepancies in received shipments.
- Streamlined the storeroom organization for efficient retrieval of items, reducing wasted time for employees.
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
- Developed and maintained successful working relationships with colleagues.
- Unloaded incoming shipments, verified accuracy of orders, and restocked items in backroom.
- Adhered to safety regulations and practiced safe work habits.
- Performed weekly inventory counts to verify stock levels.
Preventive Maintenance
El Dorado Correctional Facility
El Dorado, KS
09.1999 - 05.2001
- Handled preventive maintenance on assigned technologies following established procedures.
- Performed routine equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Expanded knowledge of preventive maintenance measures through practical application during training sessions.
- Reduced downtime by implementing preventive maintenance procedures and schedules.
- Optimized system performance through routine preventive maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Maximized equipment lifespan through thorough preventive maintenance routines.
- Reduced equipment downtime through diligent preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular preventive maintenance and inspections.
Warehouse Picker
Enderes Tools, Inc.
Lenexa, KS
09.1987 - 02.1988
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently transport goods within warehouse.
- Accurately picked and packed customer orders, ensuring product quality and compliance with company standards.
- Maintained organization of inventory through proper labeling and storage techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize picking processes and reduce order fulfillment time.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily pick and pack goals.
- Met productivity goals consistently by prioritizing tasks effectively and staying focused during peak hours.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks to maximize space utilization.
- Operated pallet jacks to safely transport goods from warehouse to shipping area.
- Inspected and verified orders before shipping them to customers for accurate deliveries.
Warehouse Assistant
H.D. Lee Distribution Center
Lenexa, KSjune
06.1987 - 07.1987
- Operated warehouse equipment to efficiently process incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately labeling and organizing products.
- Supported team in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards within the warehouse environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to streamline order fulfillment processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Executed daily tasks with attention to detail, contributing to overall team productivity goals.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities, demonstrating flexibility in a fast-paced work environment.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Packaged and shipped orders accurately to promote safe and quick delivery to customers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regularly inspecting warehouse equipment.
- Assisted with stock takes and cycle counts to promote accurate inventory processes.
- Received and processed incoming stock to keep inventory levels accurate and up-to-date.
- Reduced order processing time by effectively coordinating with team members to pick, pack, and ship products quickly.
- Contributed to smooth operations by assisting with the accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
- Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
- Facilitated accurate inventory tracking by conducting regular audits and maintaining up-to-date records in the database system.
- Supported timely delivery of orders by efficiently loading trucks according to established procedures and schedules.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize warehouse operations and keep production high.
- Reduced shipment errors, meticulously verifying items against order sheets before dispatch.
- Maximized space utilization, reorganizing storage areas to accommodate incoming stock efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission East
Prairie Village, KSSkills
- Fluid exchanges
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake systems
- Parts replacement
- Replacing parts
- Driveability diagnostics
- Air conditioning
- Filter replacements
- Tire rotation
- Cooling system
- System repairs
- Fuel injection
- Battery services
- Component replacement
- Chassis lubrication
- Vehicle maintenance
- Exhaust systems
- Emission control
- Vehicle test driving
- Road testing
- Engine oil changes
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Gasket replacements
- Changing tires
- Replacing filters
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Hand and power tools
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Auto Mechanic and Detailer
J. & H. Auto Sales
05.2021 - 08.2021
Wire Harness Builder
Electrex, Inc.
05.2010 - 05.2014
Maintenance Assistant
Hutchinson Correctional Facility
12.2005 - 05.2010
Storeroom Clerk, Food Service
Aramark
03.2004 - 11.2005
Preventive Maintenance
El Dorado Correctional Facility
09.1999 - 05.2001
Warehouse Picker
Enderes Tools, Inc.
09.1987 - 02.1988
Warehouse Assistant
H.D. Lee Distribution Center
06.1987 - 07.1987
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission East