Experience

Paint the Town Graphics, Inc

• United States
• Graphic Design
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Operations

  • Jul 2022 - Present

• Production Manager

  • Sep 2021 - Jul 2022

• Production Coordinator

  • Apr 2021 - Sep 2021

  Upon being brought on to the PTTGI team I my first goal was to get a thorough understanding of the company's current methodologies and to identify quick and effective ways in which to help the team maximize profit and minimize cost. Most initial efficiency introductions included organization of production documents provided to the manufacture and install team. During this time period I also organized the review, purchase, and install of an the company's first industrial engraving and cutting laser system. Show less



D.A.S. Services

• Lead Inspection (Estimator) and Project Manager

  • Sep 2015 - Nov 2020

  Inspected, assessed, evaluated costs, and created estimates for incoming units and components to be replaced or repaired.Estimated new unit or component costs; collaborated with customers, management, and engineering to develop blueprints and assess production variables; ensured customer specifications were met.Implemented continuous improvement methodology, including the use of project flow templates for various production types and use of ERP software to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.Started inventory management and accountability initiatives to decrease waste and improve database accuracy. Focused on just-in-time inventory.Expanded range of material, service, and component vendors, increasing and improving the organizations’ scope of services.Analyzed production data and employee feedback to determine vendor efficiency and make production recommendations.Led daily interdepartmental meetings to review active projects and production goals, identify issues. Followed up with direct reports and vendors as needed.Assisted in the setup, training, and successful transition to an updated Enterprise Resource Planning software.Compiled and analyzed historical and active project data to create visualizations and reports for CAR’s and sales initiatives. Show less

• Materials Handler & Shipping and Receiving

  • Oct 2014 - Sep 2015

  Managed inventory, proactive monitoring of projects in production, responded to documentation requests, accurately prepared paperwork for incoming and outgoing jobs, processed jobs using ACS software



Lippert

• United States
• Automotive
• 700 & Above Employee

• Line Lead/MIG Welder

  • Sep 2013 - Sep 2014

  Maintained quality in a fast-paced primary chassis jig assembly station; excelled in MIG welding and blueprint training; promoted to line-lead on new prototype line Maintained quality in a fast-paced primary chassis jig assembly station; excelled in MIG welding and blueprint training; promoted to line-lead on new prototype line



Beckmiller Contracting, LLC

• Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States

• General Laborer, Contractor, Co-Owner

  • Aug 2011 - Sep 2013

  Worked with investors and property owners to maximize real estate investment by providing home improvement services and coordinating entire house remodels Worked with investors and property owners to maximize real estate investment by providing home improvement services and coordinating entire house remodels



O'Charley's

• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Kitchen Manager

  • Aug 2007 - Oct 2011

  Ran cook line, managed inventory and placed orders to food vendors; managed local and corporate training; traveled to regional restaurants to deliver presentations on kitchen and inventory management Ran cook line, managed inventory and placed orders to food vendors; managed local and corporate training; traveled to regional restaurants to deliver presentations on kitchen and inventory management