Michael Valeri
Valeri Automotive Inc.
Kenosha,WI
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Professional painter with comprehensive experience in surface preparation, color matching, and application techniques. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering high-quality results in automotive settings. Adept at adapting to changing project needs and ensuring client satisfaction through consistent performance and attention to detail. Reliable and flexible, known for maintaining high standards in all tasks.
Work History
Painter
11 Years 10 Months- Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, grinding, masking, sandblasting, or chemical treatment.
- Mix and apply primers, paints, and coatings using spray guns (HVLP, airless, electrostatic, etc.), brushes, or rollers.
- Select and match paint colors and finishes to specifications.
- Maintain and operate spray booths, ventilation systems, and other painting equipment.
- Inspect surfaces for defects and perform touch-ups or refinishing as necessary.
- Follow proper curing procedures and drying schedules for different paint types.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, including the proper use of PPE and ventilation systems.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
- Record materials used and maintain inventory of paints, solvents, and tools.
- Work from blueprints, technical drawings, or work orders to meet project specifications.
Estimator
4 Years- Ensure every customer interaction is documented, updated efficiently and accurately with pertinent details
- Provide Customers with accurate and timely information, guiding them through the repair process and ensuring that they receive excellent customer service
- Ensure compliance with all insurance client requirements, processes and metrics
- Ensure compliance with all WOW Operating Way’s regarding customer drop-offs, repair planning, customer communication, and delivery
- Communicate all customer requests and needs to appropriate team members
- Provides positive energy when greeting customers in person and on the phone
- Understanding of all required Insurance programs and procedures
- Participate in daily “production walks” with the Management Team, as required
- Support all team members when required
- Participate in monthly Health & Safety and staff meeting (if required)
- Attend training, information sessions and workshops recommended by Store Manager
- Uphold the company's Core Values : Honesty, Integrity & Respect
Education
Bachelor's degree - Business
Skills
Attention to detail
Customer communication
Computer software
Auto painting
Computerized color matching systems
Automotive paint quality metrics monitoring
Clean workspace maintenance
Color charts matching
Automotive paint defect identification
Sanding
Automotive dent repair
Organizational skills
Auto estimating
Oxy-acetylene welding (OAW)
Color coordination
Estimating for automotive body repair
Automotive body filling
Automotive paint quality control reporting
Vendor management
Collision repair
Automotive paint defect documentation
Auto body repair
Customer service
Hand tools
Certification
- I-CAR Certification
- January 2018 to Present
- Structural Steel Welding
- Steel MIG
- Aluminum MIG
- Driver's License
Personal Information
Driving License: Driver's License
Timeline
Painter
Valeri Automotive Inc.
01.2015 - CurrentRead More
Estimator
Valeri Automotive
01.2011 - 01.2015Read More
UW-Parkside
Bachelor's degree from Business
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