Results-driven Department Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and customer service excellence. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring smooth department operations and positive work environment.
Hi, I’m
Ray Straw
Wichita,KS
Summary
Overview
31
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cheney Door Co.Wichita, Ks.
Department Manager
02.2001 - 09.2022
Job overview
- I scheduled jobs and lined out day's work for 6 employees. Bought product to install, worked closely with the Sales team to make sure the jobs were ordered correctly. Visited with customers to make sure they were satisfied with the work being done. Making sure warranty work was done. Watched bottom line to make sure we were making money.
- I would work in the field with installers when we were short-handed.
- Helped make sales calls, as well.
- Constantly making sure the finances were in check to be able to make money.
Garage Door Place, Inc.Manhattan, Kansas
Technician
09.1991 - 02.2001
Job overview
- Serviced Doors and Installed
- Done Sales work
- Looked over a crew of 4 Installers
MyselfWamego, Ks.
Mechanic
10.1991 - 12.2000
Job overview
- Installed Engines and Tranmissions for customers
- Done tune ups
- Brake work
- Minor repairs
- Detailing of Cars.
Education
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - OkmulgeeOkmulgee, OK
Associate of Arts from Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology
05-1977
University Overview
Skills
- Policy Development
- Database Management
- Logistics Planning
- Customer Service
- Performance Management
- Staff Management
- Employee Scheduling
- Cost Planning
- Team Supervision
- Workflow Coordination
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Doing Lawn work
- Computer skills
- Running teams
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Brought a Department from Losing Money to over a Million dollar department.
Certification
- Certified to test and certify Automatic Doors.
- Certified to test Fire Doors.
- Carried a Contractor License.
Languages
English
Professional
References
References
References available upon request.Timeline
Department Manager
Cheney Door Co.
02.2001 - 09.2022
Mechanic
Myself
10.1991 - 12.2000
Technician
Garage Door Place, Inc.
09.1991 - 02.2001
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
Associate of Arts from Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology
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