Martin Kpetigo
Colmar,PA
Summary
- It is my desire to utilize my expertise, skills and training to secure a position with a company that can maximize my transferable skills and technical capabilities. I desire to be employed with an exceptional establishment that boasts a great reputation and that prioritizes its commitment to quality and to the community.
- Accurately read blueprints, project plans, and specifications; determine material needs, and prioritize tasks to minimize production delays.
- In-depth knowledge of construction process from material selection, techniques, tools and equipment to quality assurance, cost control, and safety.
- Experienced and versatile in carpentry and woodworking with background in furniture building and cabinetry.
- Substantial experience in spray booth and woodwork finishing.
- Proven expertise in project / team supervision; excel at communicating with clients, design team and subcontractors.
- Expertise in the use of Hand Tools and Machinery such as: Band Saw, Belt Sandpaper Machine, Drum Sander, Spindle Molder, Surface Jointer and Computer Literate.
- No employment gaps, strong work ethic, and attendance record.
- OSHA Certifications
- Resourceful individual with extensive experience in custom cabinetry and furniture fabrication. Skilled in using hand and power tools and sharp eye for detail.
- Proactive Production Manager successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to company needing hands-on, knowledgeable and resourceful leader.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cabinet Maker
Halkett Woodworking
02.2024 - Current
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Blueprint design understanding
- Installation understanding
- Inspected completed cabinets for quality assurance.
- Adhered to all safety protocols during the fabrication process, minimizing accidents and maintaining a safe working environment for all team members.
Radio Host
StepNorth
03.2024 - Current
- Successfully prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with goals.
- Scheduling and planning
- Engaged listeners through social media platforms to increase station visibility.
- Produced creative radio segments focused on music, current events and lifestyle topics.
- Recorded and edited high-quality interviews and audio clips for broadcast.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances during live broadcasts, demonstrating professionalism and poise under pressure.
- Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news.
- Conducted insightful interviews with guests, providing valuable information and entertainment to listeners.
Cabinet Maker & Team Leader
Locus Furniture
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards..
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Supervising of Installation
- Inspected completed cabinets for quality assurance.
- Adhered to all safety protocols during the fabrication process, minimizing accidents and maintaining a safe working environment for all team members.
- Utilized advanced woodworking techniques, maintaining a high degree of craftsmanship in all completed projects.
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
Cabinet Maker
Halkett Woodworking
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Interpreted blueprints; compiled cut lists and monitored adequate material inventory
- Building custom furniture and cabinets to customers satisfaction
- Set up and maintained shaper to manufacture cabinet doors, end panels, building box cabinets and face frames
- Assembled cabinets to correct customer & manufacturer specification
- Applied custom stains for all cabinetry
- At each assignment quickly earned reputation for superior quality and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot creatively, solve problems effectively, and make informed decisions.
Spraying Dept / Master Finisher / Cabinet Maker
J&M Millwork
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Knowledge of color matching, mixing and measurement units
- Thorough understanding of spray technologies and power sanders
- Sound ability to use masking mediums and spray guns
- Participate in product inspection and cabinet finishing
- Maintain inventory of finished products to execute work orders
- Evaluated finishing materials including paint and varnish.
Cabinet Maker
Eppley Building and Designs
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Interpreted blueprints; compiled cut lists and monitored adequate material inventory
- Building custom furniture and cabinets to customers satisfaction
- Set up and maintained shaper to manufacture cabinet doors, end panels, building box cabinets and face frames
- Assembled cabinets to correct customer & manufacturer specification
- Applied custom stains for all cabinetry
- At each assignment quickly earned reputation for superior quality and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot creatively, solve problems effectively, and make informed decisions.
Cabinet Maker
Bespoken 7
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Interpreted blueprints; compiled cut lists and monitored adequate material inventory
- Building custom furniture and cabinets to customers satisfaction
- Set up and maintained shaper to manufacture cabinet doors, end panels, building box cabinets and face frames
- Assembled cabinets to correct customer & manufacturer specification
- Applied custom stains for all cabinetry
- At each assignment quickly earned reputation for superior quality and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot creatively, solve problems effectively, and make informed decisions.
Senior Finisher
Time Tri Studios
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Knowledge of color matching, mixing and measurement units
- Thorough understanding of spray technologies and power sanders
- Sound ability to use masking mediums and spray guns
- Participate in product inspection and cabinet finishing
- Maintain inventory of finished products to execute work orders
- Evaluated finishing materials including paint and varnish.
Cabinet Maker
Creative Grain Woodwork
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Interpreted blueprints; compiled cut lists and monitored adequate material inventory
- Building custom furniture and cabinets to customers satisfaction
- Set up and maintained shaper to manufacture cabinet doors, end panels, building box cabinets and face frames
- Assembled cabinets to correct customer & manufacturer specification
- Applied custom stains for all cabinetry
- At each assignment quickly earned reputation for superior quality and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot creatively, solve problems effectively, and make informed decisions.
Asst. Finisher
Atlas Woodwork
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Knowledge of color matching, mixing and measurement units
- Thorough understanding of spray technologies and power sanders
- Sound ability to use masking mediums and spray guns
- Participate in product inspection and cabinet finishing
- Maintain inventory of finished products to execute work orders
- Evaluated finishing materials including paint and varnish.
Carpentry Workshop Manager
Hopkus Construction Ltd.
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Production management, knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
- Drafted orders and assigned work to employees including assemblers, finishers, machine operators, and installers
- Inspected work to ensure quality and scheduled on-time delivery to meet deadlines
- Managed workshop, ordered materials and ensured maintenance of equipment and supplies
- Designed furniture for private customers
- Management of the workshop & maintenance of equipment & supplies.
Leather & Wood Finisher
Ethan Allen Furniture
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Knowledge of color matching, mixing and measurement units
- Thorough understanding of spray technologies and power sanders
- Sound ability to use masking mediums and spray guns
- Participate in product inspection and cabinet finishing
- Maintain inventory of finished products to execute work orders
- Evaluated finishing materials including paint and varnish.
Education
Armed Forces Secondary Technical -
High National Diploma (HND) - Building Technology
Accra Polytechnic
Accra, Ghana2002
NVTI Certificate in Carpentry and City and Guilds of London -
Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC)
Accra, Ghana1998
Building Construction Technician Level 1 & 2 -
Accra Polytechnic
Accra, Ghana1998
Skills
- On-Air Announcing
- Performing voice overs
- Creative Storytelling
- Engaging personality
- Public Speaking Confidence
- Power Tools Operation
- Power tool use
- Hardware Installation
- Custom fabrication
- Woodworking expertise
- Sanding and finishing
- Blueprint Reading
- Furniture Assembly
- Finishing Techniques
- Project Collaboration
- Inventory Management
- Blueprint Interpretation
Carpentryworkshopmanager
2006, 2010, Carpentry Workshop Manager, Hopkus Construction Ltd., Accra, Ghana
Timeline
Radio Host
StepNorth
03.2024 - Current
Cabinet Maker
Halkett Woodworking
02.2024 - Current
Cabinet Maker & Team Leader
Locus Furniture
09.2022 - 01.2024
Cabinet Maker
Halkett Woodworking
08.2021 - 08.2022
Spraying Dept / Master Finisher / Cabinet Maker
J&M Millwork
01.2018 - 08.2021
Cabinet Maker
Eppley Building and Designs
08.2017 - 01.2018
Cabinet Maker
Bespoken 7
01.2017 - 08.2017
Cabinet Maker
Creative Grain Woodwork
01.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Finisher
Time Tri Studios
01.2016 - 01.2017
Asst. Finisher
Atlas Woodwork
01.2012 - 01.2014
Leather & Wood Finisher
Ethan Allen Furniture
01.2010 - 01.2011
Carpentry Workshop Manager
Hopkus Construction Ltd.
01.2006 - 01.2012
Armed Forces Secondary Technical -
High National Diploma (HND) - Building Technology
Accra Polytechnic
NVTI Certificate in Carpentry and City and Guilds of London -
Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC)
Building Construction Technician Level 1 & 2 -
Accra Polytechnic
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