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Rolf Pepper

Fredericton,NB

Summary

Proactive with extensive experience in operations and industrial maintenance. Successfully managed budgets, optimized inventory, and streamlined processes to drive profitability and efficiency. Skilled in team leadership, client relationship management, and performance improvement, bringing a strategic mindset and problem-solving expertise to every role. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hands on type of guy. Experience in conventional and CNC machining,knowledge of imperial and metric blueprints. Experience in tight tolerance machining in aero space industry with tolerances down to 0.0001". Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, knowledge of welding,knowledge of construction (residential and commercial) Always interested in learning new things

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Coastal Machine Works Inc
02.2016 - 11.2023
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

Manager of Operations

R.P. Construction Ltd
10.2009 - 02.2016
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, promoting professional growth opportunities through coaching methods.

Manager of Operations

Urban Machinery Canada
04.1994 - 08.2009
  • Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets and increased income while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
  • Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies.
  • Optimized inventory control procedures to minimize stockouts and excess inventory levels,introduced a barcode system for accurate inventory control.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and better quality products.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, promoting professional growth opportunities through coaching methods.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing effective training programs and performance management systems.

Lead Machinist

York Tec
04.1990 - 04.1994
  • Optimized tooling usage through careful monitoring of wear patterns and timely replacements when necessary.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to share ideas and suggestions for process enhancements.
  • Planned machining by studying work orders, batch record, materials, specifications, reference, locations of surfaces and machining parameters.
  • Operated and performed minor repairs on various types of manual and automated equipment.
  • Continuously updated knowledge on latest technologies and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Machinist

Valley Machine Works
01.1988 - 04.1990
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders for the farm industry.

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Bayer Pharmaceuticals Germany
09.1980 - 12.1987
  • Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
  • Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
  • Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
  • Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.

Education

Industrial Maintenance Technican -

Bayer
Germany

Machinist -

NBCC
Saint John, NB

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem Resolution
  • Operations Management
  • Team Player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Team Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff training/development
  • Inventory Control
  • Staff Supervision
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Customer Retention
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Performance Improvement

Languages

English
Full Professional
German
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

General Manager

Coastal Machine Works Inc
02.2016 - 11.2023

Manager of Operations

R.P. Construction Ltd
10.2009 - 02.2016

Manager of Operations

Urban Machinery Canada
04.1994 - 08.2009

Lead Machinist

York Tec
04.1990 - 04.1994

Machinist

Valley Machine Works
01.1988 - 04.1990

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Bayer Pharmaceuticals Germany
09.1980 - 12.1987

Industrial Maintenance Technican -

Bayer

Machinist -

NBCC

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