William Berube
Sturgeon Lake,USA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented team leader with a proven track record in optimizing departmental operations to achieve strategic goals. Expertise in aligning talent with roles to enhance overall performance, coupled with a strong commitment to continuous operational improvement. Demonstrated success as a Production Manager, ensuring consistent on-time delivery while effectively navigating both routine and complex production challenges. Highly proficient in CCC1 Production, parts, and estimating, bringing a resourceful approach to problem-solving and process enhancement.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
ABRA Auto Body & Glass
06.2023 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Managed 14 technicians.
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
Auto body / sales
Berube Auto Sales LLC
01.2011 - 06.2023
- Run daily operations of a used vehicle lot / Collision Center
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Implemented technology upgrades which resulted in increased workflow efficiency.
Auto insurance appraiser
MN auto damage appraisers
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Inspected and appraised damaged vehicles, heavy Equipment, farm Equipment, boats and motorcycles
- Also ran a northern office of appraisers
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the claims process, leading to increased client satisfaction and positive feedback.
- Maintained organized records of all completed appraisals, enabling easy retrieval when needed for future reference or disputes.
- Evaluated complex claims involving multiple coverages, providing expert recommendations to ensure proper resolution.
- Developed strong relationships with repair vendors, facilitating swift communication and smooth negotiations on behalf of clients.
Auto Body technician
Berube Auto
01.1994 - 01.2003
- Was a heavy frame and unibody tech also did painting
Auto Body Technician
Gales Auto Body
01.1982 - 01.1994
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Heavy Frame repair and production repair.
Education
Auto body repair -
Century Collage
White Bear Lk, MN01.1983
High School Diploma - General
Mounds view High School
Mounds view, MN01.1982
Skills
- Automobile appraisals
- Sales background
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Property claims
- Self-directed
- Team player
- Critical thinker
- Superior customer service
- Analytical and diagnostic software
- Equipment safety expert
- Conflict resolution
- Complex problem resolution
- Client acquisition
- Pricing knowledge
- Business understanding
- Sales experience
- Team leadership
- Multi-tasking strength
- Dedication to product quality
- ISO standards
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Health and safety
- Quality inspection
- Customer support
- Team development
- Training coordination
- Equipment monitoring
- OSHA regulations
- Quality control
- Materials management
- Production scheduling
- Staff management
Accomplishments
- Been a auto body tech for 30+ years and ran a shop very successfully
- Ran a office and managed 4 insurance appraisers
- Was a Independant auto appraiser was top in my area for 8 years
- Named “Employee of the Month” in 2008 for excellence in service.
Timeline
Production Manager
ABRA Auto Body & Glass
06.2023 - Current
Auto body / sales
Berube Auto Sales LLC
01.2011 - 06.2023
Auto insurance appraiser
MN auto damage appraisers
01.2003 - 01.2011
Auto Body technician
Berube Auto
01.1994 - 01.2003
Auto Body Technician
Gales Auto Body
01.1982 - 01.1994
High School Diploma - General
Mounds view High School
Auto body repair -
Century Collage