Shawn J. Monroe
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and safety.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Used Car Manager
East Valley Nissan/Courtesy Nissan
10.2017 - 10.2024
- Buy and sell through auctions and wholesales platforms
- Implemented efficient processes for used car appraisals, streamlining operations and improving turnaround times.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as paperwork processing, improving efficiency within the department without compromising quality.
- Collaborated with service department to ensure thorough inspections and repairs on vehicles prior to sale.
- Assisted with vehicle appraisals and location of desired vehicles for purchase.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management, providing regular updates on department performance and discussing areas for improvement or growth opportunities.
- Conducted regular staff meetings and training sessions to maintain team productivity and morale.
- Conducted end-of-month profit reporting for all used vehicle sales.
- Managed inventory effectively to ensure optimal turnover rates and proper mix of vehicle types.
- Trained and mentored new sales team members.
- Managed used vehicle wholesales and auction acquisitions and monitored and adjusted inventory to optimize customer options.
Used Car Manager
Camelback Ford/Lincoln
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Buy and sell through auctions and wholesales platforms
- Managing mechanics/lot porters
- Assisted with vehicle appraisals and location of desired vehicles for purchase.
- Enhanced online presence through targeted digital marketing efforts, driving website traffic and generating leads.
- Conducted end-of-month profit reporting for all used vehicle sales.
- Managed inventory effectively to ensure optimal turnover rates and proper mix of vehicle types.
- Implemented efficient processes for used car appraisals, streamlining operations and improving turnaround times.
- Sales meetings
Agriculture millwright
TKO Staffing
11.2015 - 03.2016
- Installing grain bins and weld safety railing
- Installed and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments.
- Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.
Welder
Contractor Resources
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Finish weld outs according to prints and supervisors expectations
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Fed Ex building, conveyors and hoppers
Millwright/Welder/Foreman
Midwest Recycle
02.2010 - 08.2015
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by cutting and welding.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
- Managed a teams ensuring timely project completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Company Overview: Base out of Cartersville,GA
- Worked east coast to west coast…
- Supervisor
- Work in power plants, recycle plants, compose plant and water treatment plants
- Weld structural (7018), weld with LN25, read blueprints, layout, torch, plasma, drive company truck, fork lift, sky track, operate a cranes
- Set elevation, conveyors, set motors, work independently, work under permits, industry setting
- Work under strict safety regulations…
Use Car Manager
Toyota of Melbourne
01.2009 - 08.2009
- Over see wholesales, inventory, mechanics, lot attendants and buy and sell cars at auctions and online platforms.
- Assisted with vehicle appraisals and location of desired vehicles for purchase.
- Implemented efficient processes for used car appraisals, streamlining operations and improving turnaround times.
- Managed inventory effectively to ensure optimal turnover rates and proper mix of vehicle's.
- Attend daily and weekly sales meetings to develop viable sales forecasts and associated sales strategies.
- Managed sourcing, purchasing and showroom delivery of pre-owned inventory.
Welder
Cutting Edge
02.2008 - 09.2008
- Weld with dual shield(71M)
- Layouts, repairing mining equipment, shovels, buckets, heavy equipment
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
Use Car Manager
Pinnacle Nissan
10.2003 - 11.2007
- Over see wholesales, Inventory, mechanics, lot attendants and buy and sell cars at auctions and online platforms
- Managed sourcing, purchasing and showroom delivery of pre-owned inventory.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management, providing regular updates on department performance and discussing areas for improvement or growth opportunities.
- Trained and mentored new sales team members.
- Assisted with vehicle appraisals and location of desired vehicles for purchase.
- Managed used vehicle wholesales and auction acquisitions and monitored and adjusted inventory to optimize customer options.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
Use Car Manager
Showcase Honda
02.1996 - 07.2003
- Over see sales, inventory mechanics, lot attendants and buy and sell cars at auctions and online platforms
- Managed inventory effectively to ensure optimal turnover rates and proper mix of vehicle types.
- Managed sourcing, purchasing and showroom delivery of pre-owned inventory.
- Assisted with vehicle appraisals and location of desired vehicles for purchase.
Education
Assoc. - Computers/electronics
High Tech Institute
Phoenix01.1996
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Sanders, AZ01.1995
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- 30hr OSHA Certificate 1/26/2011
- Operator Lift Permit, Boom Lift III, Scissor Lift VI, Safety Harness, Forklifts
- Certified Rigger, NCCCO Level 1 Exp 6/30/2019
Timeline
Used Car Manager
East Valley Nissan/Courtesy Nissan
10.2017 - 10.2024
Used Car Manager
Camelback Ford/Lincoln
03.2016 - 08.2017
Agriculture millwright
TKO Staffing
11.2015 - 03.2016
Welder
Contractor Resources
08.2015 - 10.2015
Millwright/Welder/Foreman
Midwest Recycle
02.2010 - 08.2015
Use Car Manager
Toyota of Melbourne
01.2009 - 08.2009
Welder
Cutting Edge
02.2008 - 09.2008
Use Car Manager
Pinnacle Nissan
10.2003 - 11.2007
Use Car Manager
Showcase Honda
02.1996 - 07.2003
- 30hr OSHA Certificate 1/26/2011
- Operator Lift Permit, Boom Lift III, Scissor Lift VI, Safety Harness, Forklifts
- Certified Rigger, NCCCO Level 1 Exp 6/30/2019
Assoc. - Computers/electronics
High Tech Institute
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
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