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Seth Menin

Camarillo,CA

Summary

Proactive, customer-focused autoglass master with 39 years of experience in shop management, installations, calibrations, sales, account growth, account retention, customer service, and training autoglass apprentices in installation and calibration. Areas of installation expertise include both foreign and domestic vehicles including hot rods, RV's, antique, and exotic cars. Management style builds a positive environment for shop team and apprentice installers.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Master Technician / National Trainer

All Star AutoGlass
01.2021 - Current

Performed installations and calibrations on both foreign and domestic vehicles. Trained new apprentices in installations and calibrations. Cut and installed laminated glass for earth movers. Assisted in the day-to-day operations of the shop.

Lead Technician

Safelite AutoGlass
10.2013 - 01.2021

Coordinated installations, calibrations, supply orders and repairs alongside manager to ensure efficiency. Managed the day-to-day challenge of a changing schedule and exceeding customer expectations. Employed de-escalation strategies such as: reflective listening, empathy, and offering practical solutions.

Owner / Foreman

Certified AutoGlass Inc.
02.1993 - 10.2013

Determined and organized schedules for ten employees according to daily work activities based on work priority. Trained installers, monitored work levels, and reviewed work performance. Monitored tool and part inventories placing orders as needed. Communicated effectively in a positive and professional manner with all customers and employees. Maintained and increased client base to 127 accounts throughout Ventura and Northern Los Angeles County by providing excellent customer service.

AutoGlass Foreman

Oakstone Glass Corp.
10.1991 - 02.1993

Collaborated with owner to develop, create, and grow new autoglass division of residential / commercial glass shop. Hired and trained new autoglass installers. Achieved $50K in monthly sales within first year of operation.

Manager / Installer

Certified AutoGlass
08.1985 - 10.1991

Completed autoglass apprenticeship focusing on all aspects of auto glass installation and shop management. Managed a shop employing four installers, while completing an average of 8-10 installations within a 30 mile radius.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thousand Oaks High School
Thousand Oaks, CA

Skills

  • AutoGlass Installation Mastery
  • Rockchip Repair Mastery
  • Laminated Glass Cutting
  • Calibrations Specialist
  • Proficiency in Automotive Electrical Knowledge
  • Proficiency in AutoGlass Shop Management
  • Skilled and Experienced in Customer De-Escalation

Certification

  • Certified AutoGlass Technician with the AutoGlass Safety Council
  • Certified Opti-Aim Calibration Technician
  • Dow Certified
  • Sika Certified
  • I-Car Certified

Timeline

Master Technician / National Trainer

All Star AutoGlass
01.2021 - Current

Lead Technician

Safelite AutoGlass
10.2013 - 01.2021

Owner / Foreman

Certified AutoGlass Inc.
02.1993 - 10.2013

AutoGlass Foreman

Oakstone Glass Corp.
10.1991 - 02.1993

Manager / Installer

Certified AutoGlass
08.1985 - 10.1991

High School Diploma -

Thousand Oaks High School
Seth Menin