Steven Brown
cloverdale,IN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Heartland Automotive, enhancing team productivity and collaboration. Excelled in employee motivation and inventory management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety. Skilled in paint mixing and waste disposal management, achieving significant efficiency gains.
Experienced with paint shop management processes and operational oversight. Utilizes team-building and process improvement strategies to boost productivity and maintain high standards. Track record of effective leadership and quality assurance in dynamic settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paint Shop Manager
Heartland Automotive
08.2015 - 12.2024
- Oversaw maintenance of equipment, making certain that tools were in proper working condition for optimal performance.
- Led regular team meetings to discuss progress updates on current projects as well as any upcoming challenges or opportunities within the industry or company operations.
- Recruited hired, and trained new team members, creating a skilled workforce capable of handling diverse painting tasks.
- Handled customer inquiries professionally, addressing concerns and providing accurate project estimates.
- Increased team productivity by fostering collaboration, setting clear expectations, and providing ongoing feedback.
- Developed and maintained a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols and providing regular training for staff.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Trailer Builder
Great Dane
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Delivered high-quality trailers to clients by meticulously following design specifications and industry standards.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Maintained detailed records of production and assembly processes.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH03-2023
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01-2021
Skills
- Employee motivation
- Waste disposal management
- Task delegation
- Scheduling
- Environmental compliance
- Paint mixing
- Inventory management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Self motivation
- Schedule management
- Inventory control
- Continuous improvement
Certification
- ISO 9001, 2015 Lead Auditor Certification – Exemplar Global or PECB.
- OSHA Certified
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Timeline
Paint Shop Manager
Heartland Automotive
08.2015 - 12.2024
Trailer Builder
Great Dane
02.2014 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
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