Hi, I’m
THOMAS SHILTS
REDFORD,USA
Summary
Seasoned Body Shop Parts Manager skilled at improving procedures to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Terrific motivator with the ability to lead teams and adapt to ensuring seamless operations.
Also skilled in conflict resolution, logistics coordination, and fostering positive team dynamics. Reliable, and focused on achieving organizational goals.
Vested in CCC1 software.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Gerber collision and glass
Body Shop Parts Manager
12.2016 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Collaborated with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, resulting in cost savings for the body shop.
- Trained new staff members on proper procedures for handling and organizing parts inventory.
- Rearranged parts department to better serve changing trends and keep workspaces organized.
- Ordered parts for customers, repair shops, and service departments for use in automotive parts and shop equipment.
- Full experience with CCC1 software.
Pauls auto wash
Car Wash Manager
02.2014 - 11.2016
Job overview
- Managed and coordinated car wash operations to ensure efficient workflow
- Monitored car wash machines for repair or maintenance needs; performed minor repairs as needed
- Assisted customers with questions about services offered at the car wash.
Como's
Professional Server
09.2012 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Compiled accurate check totals for each table served; collected payment from customers in accordance with restaurant policies
- Followed health codes and safety regulations
- Provided menu recommendations, highlighting daily specials and upselling - achieving daily contests for sales of food and beverage
- Organized storage areas effectively; rotated stock appropriately based on expiration dates listed on labels
- Trained new hires on proper procedures for taking orders, handling money transactions, delivering meals professionally
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
Pelican metal
Shipping and Receiving Manager
04.2010 - 11.2011
Job overview
- Facilitated open communication between departments to improve collaboration among teams
- Directed and coordinated activities of businesses or departments concerned with parts and ETA with back orders of parts
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
Education
Capac High SchoolCapac, MI
High School Diploma
Skills
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Sound Judgment
- Desktops, Laptops, and Mobile Devices
- Decision-Making
- Customer Service Management
- Purchasing oversight
- Time Management
- Vendor Relations
- Invoice Processing
- Cost Control
- Parts Ordering
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Delegation
Certification
- Forklift operator
- Chauffer's license
Timeline
Body Shop Parts Manager
Gerber collision and glass
12.2016 - 08.2024
Car Wash Manager
Pauls auto wash
02.2014 - 11.2016
Professional Server
Como's
09.2012 - 05.2014
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Pelican metal
04.2010 - 11.2011
Capac High School
High School Diploma
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