Randy Taylor
Windsor
Summary
Dedicated professional seeking a full-time role to leverage education, past experiences, and skill set for mutual growth and advancement. Passionate about facing challenges to excel and contribute to company success. Committed to continuous learning and adapting for professional development and exceeding expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Automotive Technician
Premier Chevrolet
07.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting quickly to new technologies and tools introduced into the workshop environment.
- Reduced downtime for customers by completing routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake repairs efficiently.
- Continuously sought opportunities for personal and professional growth in the automotive industry, remaining current with trends and advancements to better serve customers.
- Played an integral role in maintaining a safe workplace environment through diligent adherence to safety guidelines and procedures.
- interior specialist.
GENERAL MANAGER
52 Graphics Tecumseh
03.2018 - Current
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs while maintaining product quality.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN
Jaguar Landrover Windsor
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing service requests and providing accurate diagnostic information.
- Built strong relationships with clients through professional communication, attentive listening, and prompt resolution of concerns.
- Assisted in rebuilding, replacing and repairing vehicle parts such as engines, brakes, transmission lines, and electrical assemblies ect.
- Upheld strict safety standards during all repair procedures, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
- Maximized productivity by efficiently managing assigned tasks, prioritizing based on urgency and complexity of each job.
- interior specialist.
GENERAL MANAGER
Maple Lube Windsor
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
CMM MACHINE OPERATOR
Prominent Fixture and Gauge Oldcastle
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality reports.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Proficient using GD&T and Solidworks to find design flaws, and make corrective actions.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Experience with Gauge R (On and Off machine),10-3-3, and Gauge buy-off process
GENERAL TRADES MAN (CONSTRUCTION)
APT (All Professional Trades) London
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Hung sheetrock and drywall by attaching panels to studs, cutting adjoining panels and making cutouts around outlets and switches.
- Cleaned and disposed of debris to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Built and installed cabinets, countertops and shelving to provide additional storage and working spaces.
- Inspected job site throughout renovation process to verify quality standards.
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
Canadian Executive Search Group Windsor
04.2016 - 01.2018
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
Integrity Tool & Mold, Oldcastle
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
- Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
- Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
GENERAL LABOUR/DELIVERY
Modern Moulding Windsor
08.2015 - 11.2015
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
Active Burgess Mold & Design Oldcastle
01.2013 - 09.2015
- Monitored the production process and checked for quality using precision measuring instruments
- Performed quality inspections using gauges to determine critical dimensions
- Followed all safety regulations as outlined in The Health & Safety Act of Ontario
- Kept machines maintained and properly oiled
- Reading blueprints and computer documentation to diagnose any part defects
- Duty to Line up other worker for daily efficiency.
Education
Grade School -
John Campbell Public School
Secondary School - undefined
W.F Herman Secondary School
Workforce training - undefined
Skills
- 5 years’ experience working in fast paced manufacturing environment
- 5 years’ experience working on vehicles and race cars
- Strong blueprint reading skills
- 1 years’ experience in quality control as a CMM operator
- Knowledgeable in WHMIS and previous health and safety rep
- Proficient in the use of measuring instruments (mics, calipers, bore gauges, gauge blocks)
- Experience with Gauge R (On and Off machine),10-3-3, and Gauge buy-off process
- Proficient using GD&T and Solidworks to find design flaws, and make corrective actions
- Excellent experience using machine shop tools, power tools, mills, and lathe
- Proficient in the use of grinders and drill presses, MIG welding and minimal Tig/Arc welding, And majority of hand tools
- Exceptional trouble-shooter who can identify problems and restore machinery with proficiency
- Dedicated team player with outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills
- Tire machine , alignment machines and a few other automotive machines
Timeline
Apprentice Automotive Technician
Premier Chevrolet
07.2024 - Current
APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN
Jaguar Landrover Windsor
10.2021 - 06.2024
GENERAL MANAGER
Maple Lube Windsor
07.2019 - 01.2021
GENERAL MANAGER
52 Graphics Tecumseh
03.2018 - Current
CMM MACHINE OPERATOR
Prominent Fixture and Gauge Oldcastle
03.2018 - 07.2019
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
Canadian Executive Search Group Windsor
04.2016 - 01.2018
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
Integrity Tool & Mold, Oldcastle
09.2015 - 08.2017
GENERAL LABOUR/DELIVERY
Modern Moulding Windsor
08.2015 - 11.2015
GENERAL TRADES MAN (CONSTRUCTION)
APT (All Professional Trades) London
08.2014 - 08.2018
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
Active Burgess Mold & Design Oldcastle
01.2013 - 09.2015
Secondary School - undefined
W.F Herman Secondary School
Workforce training - undefined
Grade School -
John Campbell Public School
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