Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Military Service
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Matthew Matthews

Sand Lake

Summary

Construction Foreman/Carpenter and Install Manager, Plant Operations professional with 28 years of experience in the building materials industry. Proven practical knowledge in customer service, multi-site operations, and productivity improvement. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the role at your company.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Carpenter

Hd Builders
Grand Rapids
05.2023 - Current
  • Complete home remodeling.
  • Supervise a team to ensure the timely completion of projects.
  • Provide guidance and technical advice to junior carpenters during project execution.
  • Plan ahead for future needs by assessing available materials, and ordering additional supplies as needed.
  • Communicate with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.

Subcontractor

Deep End Renovations
Wyoming
06.2021 - 05.2023
  • Subcontractor for cabinet installations.
  • Performed finish carpentry work including, door and window installation including trim, fitting of interior doors, installation of wood and laminate flooring, wainscotting and crown modeling installation.
  • Analyzed data to manage labor costs, inventory, quality control, and safety measures.
  • Provided project updates to customers on a daily basis.
  • Scheduled and maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Performed plumbing tasks as needed.

Construction Foreman

Turner Construction
Des Moines
12.2020 - 05.2021
  • Ensured proper pre-planning for all activities and tasks for subcontractors and trades.
  • Managed time and resource allocation appropriately to provide overall safety leadership to assigned project(s).
  • Implemented safety measure and protocols on all job sites.
  • Lead crews through blueprints to complete job to client’s satisfaction.
  • Contributed to the development of the overall safety program.
  • Actively participated in reducing project incident rates by meeting or exceeding established goals and manage regulatory exposure to zero citations.

Plant Operations Manager

Premier Surfaces
Riverside
08.2012 - 12.2020

• Planned, directedd, and coordinate the operations in production, warehouse,

and field operations in the Central Region; 6 locations.

• Ensured performance, productivity, and efficiencies are being achieved.

• Budget goals and customer requirements.

• Analyzed data to manage labor costs, inventory, quality control, and safety measures.

• Lead the continuous improvement program for specifically assigned work

areas.

• Provided timely notifications to the management team when challenges are foreseen.

• Actively prioritized safety for all locations and ensure compliance with

all company policies and procedures.

• Monitored capacity, inventory, and lead-times and coordinate with fabrication and quality control to meet customer expectations.

• Set goals and clear expectations for the team related to service metrics, attention to detail, customer satisfaction, and productivity.

• Managed financial decisions including budgets, forecasts, inventory management, and labor to sales to ensure adherence to budgets and financial goals.

Installation Supervisor / Shop Manager

Granite Busters, Inc.
Arnold
12.2009 - 08.2012
  • During my time at Granite Busters I was responsible for 4 install crews and overseeing production in the fabrication shop.
  • Determined schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel.
  • Requisitioned materials and supplies; responsible for all materials delivered to the shop on a daily basis.
  • Performed skilled operations, using proper equipment.
  • Interpreted specifications, blueprints, or job orders to construct templates and lay out templates for fabricators.
  • Plan, direct, and coordinate the operations in production, warehouse, and field operations in the Central Region; 6 Locations.
  • Ensure performance, productivity and efficiencies are achieving budget goals and customer requirements.
  • Analyze data to manage labor costs, inventory, quality control, and safety measures.
  • Lead the continuous improvement program for specific assigned work areas.
  • Provide timely notifications to the management team when challenges are foreseen.
  • Actively prioritize safety for all locations and ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor capacity, inventory, and lead-times and coordinate with fabrication and quality control to meet customer expectations.
  • Set goals and clear expectations for the team related to service metrics, attention to detail, customer satisfaction, and productivity.
  • Manage financial decisions including budgets, forecasts, inventory management, and labor to sales to ensure adherence to budgets and financial goals.

Template Technician, Installation Supervisor

Hallmark Stone
Fenton
06.2001 - 12.2009
  • I began work at Hallmark as an Installer. I advanced to Measure Tech, and then Installation Supervisor.
  • Managed all installations.
  • Responsible for customer satisfaction, including call backs.
  • Responsible for fleet maintenance on all company vehicles.

Education

High School Diploma -

Onekama High School
Onekama, MI
05-1997

Skills

  • Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques
  • Understanding effective communication concepts
  • Ability to create a compelling vision and translate it into action
  • Knowledge of major processes associated with operations requirements

References

References available upon request

Military Service

United States Army

Timeline

Lead Carpenter

Hd Builders
05.2023 - Current

Subcontractor

Deep End Renovations
06.2021 - 05.2023

Construction Foreman

Turner Construction
12.2020 - 05.2021

Plant Operations Manager

Premier Surfaces
08.2012 - 12.2020

Installation Supervisor / Shop Manager

Granite Busters, Inc.
12.2009 - 08.2012

Template Technician, Installation Supervisor

Hallmark Stone
06.2001 - 12.2009

High School Diploma -

Onekama High School
Matthew Matthews