Rickey Cope
Nevada,TX
Summary
Experienced Production Manager successful maintaining consistent on-time delivery for customers. Well-organized, proactive and resourceful in dealing with routine and complex production issues. 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. Production management professional 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.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Service King Collision Center
10.2017 - 12.2022
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
Auto Body Technician
Rockwall Ford
10.2004 - 10.2017
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order
Education
High School Diploma -
Miller Grove High School
Miller Grove Texas08.1983
Skills
- Quality inspection
- Customer support
- Staff Management
- Strong leadership abilities
Timeline
Production Manager
Service King Collision Center
10.2017 - 12.2022
Auto Body Technician
Rockwall Ford
10.2004 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Miller Grove High School
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