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Robert Shapiro

Monroe,NC

Summary

Results-driven professional prepared for Project Lead role with strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful outcomes. Adept at coordinating complex projects, ensuring timely completion, and adapting to changing requirements. Proven skills in leadership, strategic planning, and communication. Utilizes critical thinking and strategic planning to drive project success. Known for reliability and flexibility in dynamic environments.


Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Widebelt Sanders Cost Savings Initiative

Decore-ative Specialties
2018 - Current
  • Onboarded SurfPrep sanding belts and led overnight calibration project.
  • Reduced abrasive paper changeovers from twice daily to weekly.
  • Improved sanding quality, extended equipment life, and significantly lowered operational costs.
  • Operated sanding machines to achieve smooth finishes on various materials.
  • Maintained equipment cleanliness and performed routine maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance.
  • Assisted in quality control checks, identifying imperfections.
  • Continues to serve as SME for the machine and its processes.


R1 Sander Implementation

Decore-ative Specialties
01.2018 - Current
  • Led vendor selection process through domestic and international visits.
  • Oversaw installation, training, and documentation development in collaboration with CI team.
  • Established 5S standards and continues to serve as SME for the machine and its processes.

Flatline Optimization Project

Decore-ative Specialties
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Programmed and operated Flatline machine as project lead.
  • Replaced solvent belt line with paper belt line, enabling long-term operational success.
  • Developed spray patterns and finishing techniques.
  • Authored quality standards and standard work procedures.
  • Continues to serve as SME for the machine and its processes.


Education

Continuing Education Credits - Industrial Maintenance, Robotics, PLC, Electrical Systems, Hydraulics, Blueprint Reading, CNC Programming

South Piedmont Community College (SPCC)

Skills

  • Equipment installation, calibration, and troubleshooting
  • Functional Specification writing
  • Technical Specialists
  • CNC programming and blueprint reading
  • Lean manufacturing, 5S, and CI collaboration
  • Spray finishing and stain development
  • Team leadership and training development
  • Cost reduction and process optimization
  • Tool maintenance
  • Equipment SME
  • Process Improvement
  • Safety trained
  • Sanding techniques
  • Teamwork and communication

Certification

Wide Belt Sanding Techniques and Processes


Job instruction 101


People Centric Leadership Training - Purpose Driven Leadership


People Centric Leadership Training - Great Leaders Start with: Why


People Centric Leadership Training - Leading Across Generations


Crucial Conversations


Fire Extinguisher Training





Timeline

R1 Sander Implementation

Decore-ative Specialties
01.2018 - Current

Flatline Optimization Project

Decore-ative Specialties
01.2014 - 01.2018

Widebelt Sanders Cost Savings Initiative

Decore-ative Specialties
2018 - Current

Continuing Education Credits - Industrial Maintenance, Robotics, PLC, Electrical Systems, Hydraulics, Blueprint Reading, CNC Programming

South Piedmont Community College (SPCC)

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