Aug 09- Jan 10 Midwest Assembly & Installation Appleton, WI
Director of Installations
• Created and executed project work plans and revised as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identified resources needed and assigned individual responsibilities.
• Managed day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
• Reviewed deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.
• Effectively applied methodology and enforced project standards.
• Prepared for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Minimized exposure and risk on project.
• Ensured project documents were completed, current, and stored appropriately.
• Tracked and reported team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
• Managed project budget.
• Determined appropriate revenue recognition, ensured timely and accurate invoicing, and monitored receivables for project.
• Followed up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.
• Analyzed project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization.
Nov 07- Oct 08 VAL-FAB Inc. Neenah, WI
Estimator/Sales
• Estimate welding and fabrication processes: laser, burn table, welding, forming, inspection, machining, painting, sawing, etc.
• Draft parts using AutoCAD Software
• Review project specifications (i.e. proposals and blueprints) in order to determine material and labor requirements, as well as cost factors
• Report to supervisor in order to help plan and implement each proposal
• Job set up for production floor
• Issue purchase orders for material and secondary processes
• Customer service and support of projects throughout the lifecycle
• Prospect for new opportunities by cold calling, current customer follow-up, and searching various manufacturing databases
• Sales of fabrication and manufacturing services
• Study the trends in order to develop the most cost-effective bids
• Prepare necessary paperwork to submit military and government bids
June 07- Dec 09 The Bohemian Welder L.L.C Appleton, WI
Owner/Sales Manager
• Built custom website to display and sell products
• Designed the website to be completely automated and not require employees
• Develop and implement advertising strategies to promote and gain interest in the company
• Work with various manufacturers to add to online “inventoryâ€
Aug 06- Nov 07 Jon Karisny Installation Inc. Menasha, WI
Owner/Project Manager/Sales
• Actively pursued development of new customers
• Represented local manufacturers/distributors in business to business sales and project management related activities
• Applied knowledge of products, competition, marketing and sales skills to sell company services
• Identified, validated, qualified, and prioritized new business opportunities
• Effectively managed and promoted a positive working environment for employees (up to 12 individuals)
• Prepared customized project bids and negotiate pricing
• Prepared invoices and payroll
Dec 05- Aug 06 Vanwin Corporation Menasha, WI
Machine Shop Specialist (Fabrication)
• Estimated project pricing and project duration for management
• Utilized knowledge of mechanical design to read blueprints
• Set-up and operated shop equipment including: CNC Mill, Automated Band Saw, 2000-ton Cincinnati press brake, welder, and fork truck
Jan 01- Dec 05 Jon Karisny Installation Inc. Menasha, WI.
Owner/Project Manager/Sales
• See Jon Karisny Installation Inc. above
Jan 00- Jan 01 Maaco Auto Paint & Bodyworks Appleton, WI.
Paint Line Technician
• Prepare vehicles for paint using various techniques (body filler, sanding, welding, etc.)
• Ensured strict production deadlines were met
• Effectively worked in a team environment
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes
• Small Business Management course work at UW Fox Valley
• Mechanical Design coursework at Madison Area Technical College
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite of programs (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience with AutoCAD and ProNest Software
• Utilize FabriTrak, MieTrak Estimating Software
• “Understanding Military Packaging†Certification from Defense Contract Management Agency
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