Mike Matthiesen
Winchester,ON
Summary
As a previous Business Owner/ Master Cabinet Maker with more than 38 years of experience, I am seeking a new position as… General Manager
I am a Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams. Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 38 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER /PRESIDENT
CLARO CABINET MANUFACTURING INC-Sold Company
01.2013 - 01.2024
- Responsible for day-to day operations, including but not limited to: Human Resources, Scheduling, Design, Training, Time Management, Purchasing/Material take off, Estimating, Project Management, Planning and Strategy, Finance and Accounting, Compliance and Legal, Marketing / Sales and Customer Service.
- 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.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
GENERAL MANAGER/MASTER CABINETMAKER & PRODUCTION MANAGER
ASBEX/HERITAGE GRADE
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Restore significant heritage windows, doors, and interior millwork, Parliament .using combination of new and traditional methods
- Replicate new pieces based on exact specifications and materials
- Responsible for building team of more than 45 people
- Instrumental in modernizing production methods, thereby increasing production by 500%.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
MASTER CABINETMAKER & PRODUCTION MANAGER
ECR
01.2004 - 01.2015
- Manufactured custom high-end elevator interiors, metal and wood, exotic and domestic veneers, custom millwork, exotic woods and finishing
- Created processes from plans using lean manufacturing principles to produce high-end elevator cabs
- Coordinated projects with designers and increased production more than 750% in five years
- Managed a team of more than 50 employees
- Served as a team member in expanding the business to $20 million+ a year.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury.
- Blueprint design understanding
- Installation understanding
- Mentored junior cabinet makers in the development of their skills, fostering a supportive team environment centered on continuous improvement.
- Studied project plans and blueprints to determine required materials and specifications, plan projects and coordinated necessary supplies.
Master Cabinetmaker/Shop supervisor
Stairworld
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Stairs, custom winder, curved stairs, turnings, handrails, wood bending, wood lamination, and finishing
Cabinetmaker
Gaston Lavoie Cabinet Shop Ltd.
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Custom cabinets, millwork, custom furniture, and wood handrail building
Cabinetmaker
Wood Creations
01.1992 - 01.1997
- Owner/Operator, custom cabinets, millwork, furniture, reproductions, and finishing
Cabinetmaker
Bar None Designs
01.1989 - 01.1992
- Bar and restaurant custom cabinets and fit up, millwork, furniture, finishing, and installing
Cabinetmaker/apprentice
Matthiesen Cabinetry
01.1980 - 01.1989
- Bar and restaurant custom cabinets and fit up, millwork, residential, custom cabinets, furniture, and finishing
Skills
- Production and processes
- Compliance and legal
- Planning and strategy
- Marketing and sales
- Brand Building
- Company evaluations
- Mentoring and training procedures
- Finisher, Stain, Laq, Paint
- Wood, Metal, & Glass
- Well versed in Lean Manufacturing
- Team building
- Team training
- Site Measurements & Layouts
- Build to Specifications
- Mentoring & Training
- Teamwork
- Heritage grade certified
- AWMAC Architectural woodwork standards
- Customer Relations
- Relationship Building
- Client Service
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Business Management
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Project estimating
- Staff Management
- Team Oversight
- Staff hiring
- Business Development
- Business marketing
- Consulting
- Negotiation
- Employee Development
- Cost Reduction
- Regulatory Compliance
- Human Resource Management
- Labor Relations
- Human Resources
- Quality Management Systems
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Driven and Determined
- Entrepreneurial personality
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Quality Assurance
- Employee Training
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Purchasing and planning
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Issue Resolution
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Performance Improvement
- Task Delegation
- New Business Development
Personal Information
Title: General manager/Production manager
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
GENERAL MANAGER/MASTER CABINETMAKER & PRODUCTION MANAGER
ASBEX/HERITAGE GRADE
01.2015 - 01.2017
OWNER /PRESIDENT
CLARO CABINET MANUFACTURING INC-Sold Company
01.2013 - 01.2024
MASTER CABINETMAKER & PRODUCTION MANAGER
ECR
01.2004 - 01.2015
Master Cabinetmaker/Shop supervisor
Stairworld
01.1998 - 01.2004
Cabinetmaker
Gaston Lavoie Cabinet Shop Ltd.
01.1997 - 01.1998
Cabinetmaker
Wood Creations
01.1992 - 01.1997
Cabinetmaker
Bar None Designs
01.1989 - 01.1992
Cabinetmaker/apprentice
Matthiesen Cabinetry
01.1980 - 01.1989
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