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Van Schipper

Van Schipper

Luthier
Quail Valley,CA
Quality is not an act, it is a habit.
Aristotle

Summary

Forward-thinking luthier possessing positive outlook and strong work ethic. Bringing 20 years of hands-on experience approving incoming materials by confirming specifications and conducting visual and measurement tests. Recognized as excellent resource dedicated to improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Inspector

USIG
Crossville, TN
04.2021 - Current
  • Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
  • Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
  • Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
  • Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.

Luthier

7 Guitars
Quail Valley, CA
08.2001 - Current

Designing and building custom acoustic and electric guitars from raw materials.

Set up and repairs of any and all stringed instruments.

Custom one off finishes and designs.

Purchasing of all materials and equipment creating relationships with the guitar industry.

20 year NAMM member.

Furniture Restoration

Vans Furniture Restoration
Quail Valley, CA
03.2011 - 03.2020

Restoration of antique furniture and instruments.

Owner operator of a full working wood shop and spray booth.

Building a decade of satisfied customers.

Custom finish matching and repairs of various materials and pieces.

Aviation Ordanace FA18 Hornet

United States Navy
Jacksonville , FL
04.1982 - 04.1985
  • Maintained operations for aviation ordnance shops, armories, and storage facilities.
  • Serviced aircraft guns and rockets and assembled and tested air-launched guided missiles.
  • Received, inspected, packaged, stored, handled and processed weapon shipments.
  • Inspected, reviewed, maintained and repaired A7 / TA7 C weapon systems.

Education

Aviation Weapons Tech

USN Class A Aviation School , Millington, TN

Architectural Drafting

Balin Institute of Technology , Anahiem Ca

Skills

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Defect Removal
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Quality Control
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Manufacturing Enhancement
  • Dimensional Measurement
  • Instrument inspection skills

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Inspector - USIG
04.2021 - Current
Furniture Restoration - Vans Furniture Restoration
03.2011 - 03.2020
Luthier - 7 Guitars
08.2001 - Current
Aviation Ordanace FA18 Hornet - United States Navy
04.1982 - 04.1985
USN Class A Aviation School - , Aviation Weapons Tech
Balin Institute of Technology - , Architectural Drafting
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