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John Armstrong

Huntsville,ON

Summary

Dynamic business owner with a proven track record at Bento Sushi, excelling in operations management and customer relations. Skilled in team oversight and relationship building, I enhanced productivity through innovative project management tools, fostering a collaborative workplace culture. Adept in welding techniques, I also trained employees to ensure operational efficiency.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bento Sushi Owner/ Operator

Bento Sushi
04.2017 - 11.2025
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.

Fitter / Welder

West Coast Engineering
03.2006 - 09.2016
  • Fit , assembled, 40 m Poles for caracal lighting , MTO 400 series Highways . Fit sections, fit Base plates , drill , tap, cut hand hole acess, Tac sections for sub arc.
  • Assisted in training new employees, sharing technical knowledge and best practices for efficient operations.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications for various projects.
  • Streamlined fitting process for new installations, minimizing production schedules. Stage for weld testing, repair failed welds. re Inspect for testing.
  • Follow safe work practices, personal protective equipment. Administer First aid .

Operation of Forklift , 20 - 50 ton cranes , Sub Arc , Flux Core , Arc, MIG .

Automatic track welders , Oxy/acet. track torch , CNC cutting tables .

Fitter/ Lead Hand

Clayson Steel
10.2002 - 01.2005

Night shift supervisor of operations on Night shift, 5 man crew.

fit platforms for Skyjack, send to welders for weld out

  • Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process. Various shop duties .

Organizing tools and materials, providing quick access for team Welders.

  • Fit and install parts for base platforms for Sky Jacks. inspect welds, Oversee all aspects of cleaning and QC , Finished platforms for paint Dept. Prepare for Shipping.
  • Use of Forklifts , Sky jack Man Lifts , Zoom Booms , 20 - 50 ton cranes .

Education

Welding Fitting

HB Beal
London, ON
06-1978

Skills

  • Business management
  • Team oversight
  • Small business operations
  • Customer relations
  • Relationship building
  • Operations management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

weld tickets

Forklift lisence

Fall arrest

Timeline

Bento Sushi Owner/ Operator

Bento Sushi
04.2017 - 11.2025

Fitter / Welder

West Coast Engineering
03.2006 - 09.2016

Fitter/ Lead Hand

Clayson Steel
10.2002 - 01.2005

Welding Fitting

HB Beal
John Armstrong