Overview
Work History
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Timothy Hewett

Titusville,FL

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Paint Supervisor

North America Sub Stations
Apopka, FL
01.1994 - Current
  • Managed daily operations, client relations and IT.
  • Determined proper supplies needed for each job based on customer specifications and requirements.
  • Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
  • Provided technical support to team members when issues arose with the painting process or equipment.
  • Investigated and recommended new finishing processes and materials to enable more efficient paint line and higher-quality fulfillment of customer requirements.
  • Researched out-of-stock items to find additional inventory in other store locations.
  • Supported long-term business strategies, generating guest relations feedback for process improvements.
  • Inspected finished products for any defects or blemishes before shipment.
  • Followed safety and quality requirements, participating in daily audits of work area.
  • Worked with purchasing department to ensure adequate inventory of materials was available at all times.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Scrutinized proper paint storage to assure paint remained usable.
  • Mixed and sprayed paint and maintained equipment, spray guns, paint booth and storage areas.
  • Analyzed customer feedback regarding product appearance to determine how to improve processes or techniques used by painters.
  • Developed a preventive maintenance schedule for all painting equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance on spray guns and other painting equipment as needed.
  • Monitored and adjusted paint flow rate to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Supervised successful, well-supplied and highly organized establishment thanks to consistent oversight and regular cleanliness inspections.
  • Directed and supervised staff performance.
  • Collaborated with company departments to guarantee cohesive branding and strategic product placement.
  • Cultivated store brand and accomplished strategic business initiatives through close collaboration with district manager.
  • Supervised high-volume assembly line paint department for manufacturer of products.
  • Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
  • Inspected surfaces for paint coverage, measured paint thickness and viscosity, calculated paint mixture formulas and implemented proven paint curing processes.
  • Created detailed reports outlining production output, costs associated with each job, and any changes made during the course of production.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
  • Maintained records of daily activities including time sheets, production reports, and safety documents.
  • Identified appropriate solutions to minimize issues and quickly solve problems.
  • Conducted department walkthroughs to assess and remedy factors such as cleanliness, inadequate stock levels and poor merchandising.
  • Implemented safety protocols within the paint area such as wearing protective gear, using respirators.
  • Assisted in developing new approaches to increase efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Disposed properly of flammable and toxic materials per company and government standards resulting in safe work areas and environment.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the facility to identify areas where improvements could be made.
  • Documented paint line budget and expense data, production records and work instructions.
  • Built lasting client relationships by organizing and planning sales events.
  • Assessed coating materials to meet customer specifications and quality standards.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
  • Supervised, evaluated and trained paint technicians in preparation for painting of products.
  • Ensured that all employees followed standard operating procedures for the painting process.
  • Coordinated work schedules with other departments in order to meet customer delivery deadlines.
  • Approved and requisitioned paint equipment, supplies and finishes and complied with custom client specifications for paint color and type.
  • Collaborated with other plant management staff to make sure paint operations meshed seamlessly with operations upstream and downstream of paint department.
  • Audited daily paint operations to verify adherence to standards and meeting of customer specifications.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Skills

  • Creativity and innovation
  • Color matching expertise
  • Team leadership
  • Project management experience
  • Budgeting and cost estimation
  • Continuous improvement mindset

Timeline

Paint Supervisor

North America Sub Stations
01.1994 - Current
Timothy Hewett