Travis Williams
Hopkins
Summary
Dedicated Paint Technician with over five years of experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing, specializing in surface preparation, paint application, and finish quality control. Expertise in precision and consistency while adhering to stringent manufacturing standards in fast-paced production environments. Proficient in automotive coatings, spray equipment, defect detection, and equipment calibration, consistently delivering high-quality finishes that meet technical specifications and brand expectations while prioritizing safety and process discipline. Strong commitment to premium craftsmanship and lean manufacturing principles cultivated through valuable experience at Mercedes Benz Vans, fueling a passion for contributing to innovative automotive and EV manufacturers shaping the future of American-made vehicles.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paint Technician 2
Mercedes Benz Vans, LLC
Charleston, SC
01.2019 - Current
- Applied advanced sanding, buffing, and polishing methods to achieve superior finishes that align with luxury market expectations.
- Coordinated efforts with quality control teams to diagnose and address paint defects, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Performed detailed inspections on bodies and components, systematically recording defects to enhance overall production quality.
- Implemented PVC and Sika seam sealing in essential structural and cosmetic locations to safeguard against corrosion and extend lifespan of materials.
- Conducted thorough disassembly, cleaning, calibration, and reassembly of specialized paint-shop equipment, enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining production standards.
- Instructed new technicians on best practices for safety compliance and optimized painting methods to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained a streamlined and organized workspace through rigorous application of 5S practices and effective inventory management.
- Configured and assessed jigs and immobilization systems, guaranteeing precise alignment during body-in-white processing operations.
Customer Service Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
Lexington, SC
01.2016 - 11.2018
- Greeted customers with enthusiasm and offered immediate and friendly service.
- Trained several employees on product knowledge and sales techniques while managing staff to ensure optimal productivity in assigned area.
- Promoted branding initiatives while maintaining product displays to adhere to corporate standards.
- Implemented customer service process improvements to limit wait times.
- Ensured that guests received prompt service.
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback.
- Generated sales and inventory reports in Lowe's database, maintaining 95 % accuracy rate.
- Assisted customers with sales transactions in a timely manner to guarantee high level of customer service.
- Worked as team member, performing cashier duties, product assistance and cleaning.
- Kept the showroom clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays.
- Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs.
- Trained new employees on company customer service policies and service level standards.
- Trained 2 to 3 new employees quarterly.
- Operated glass and key machinery
- Operated Forklift
- Re-keyed locks
Warehouse Selector
Sysco Inc
Hopkins, SC
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Regularly lifted and moved up to 100 pounds.
- Recorded unit quantities and handled or moved materials with Pallet Jack, personal protective equipment and Forklift.
- Tolerated heights up to 72 inches and accessed elevated products from the lower shelf areas. Shrink-wrapped product on loading dock.
- Accurately staged and sorted products for loading.
- Transferred materials weighing up to 100 lbs. from ground level to 72 inches in height.
- Unloaded cargo with a Pallet Jack ] equipment, maintaining clean, safe, and organized warehouse.
- Remained flexible to the scheduling needs of the business, including evening and weekend shifts.
- Ensured damaged products were identified and removed when received.
- Followed verbal and written directions with accuracy.
Machine Operator
Simpson Lumber Company LLC.
Georgetown, SC
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce appropriate , maintaining awareness of approximate job completion times.
- Reported all operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
- Maintained good housekeeping practices on machines and within work area, complying with all company and safety rules and regulations.
- Performed complex jobs that were under development with minimal supervision, ensuring part conformity to specifications and requirements.
- Interacted and communicated professionally and effectively with all levels of employees.
- Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements.
- Selected proper cutting tools and calculated correct parameters to manufacture quality parts.
- Setup machinery making sure its calibrated correctly before each shift.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process.
- Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining machines to prevent future malfunctions.
Outbound Trucker
Qvc Inc
Florence, SC
09.2009 - 07.2011
- Loaded and unloaded packages from loading dock to trucks.
- Operated forklifts, lift gates and pallet jacks with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Handled packages in a safe and meticulous manner while unloading and transporting.
- Assisted in navigating large loads to assigned areas.
- Unloaded parcels from truck with care to avoid damage.
- Loaded and unloaded several delivery trucks per shift.
- Unloaded cargo from truck with hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Maintained a clean and orderly work area to avoid hazards.
Machine Operator/ Rubber Inspector
Bridgestone Firestone
Kingstree, SC
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Performed and recorded routine inspections on rubber production.
- Performed daily inspections of tires.
- Recorded defects on tires, sorted tires to discard.
- Repaired and labeled inspected inner tubes of tires.
- Operated heavy machinery
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingstree Senior High School
Kingstree, SC, United States05-2005
Skills
- Proficiency in machinery
- Microsoft Office
- Training and development
- Certified forklift operator
- Reports generation and analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Computer proficient
- Time management capabilities
- Quality control procedures
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Detail-oriented approach
- Hazardous materials handling
- Inventory control
Certification
Forklift Certification
Timeline
Paint Technician 2
Mercedes Benz Vans, LLC
01.2019 - Current
Warehouse Selector
Sysco Inc
02.2016 - 07.2017
Customer Service Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
01.2016 - 11.2018
Machine Operator
Simpson Lumber Company LLC.
10.2012 - 05.2015
Outbound Trucker
Qvc Inc
09.2009 - 07.2011
Machine Operator/ Rubber Inspector
Bridgestone Firestone
01.2009 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Kingstree Senior High School
Activities and Honors
Lowe's Home Improvement Mentor Program 2018, Lowe's Home Improvement Voice team, Mercedes Mentor Training