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Steve Reimer

Enderby,British Columbia

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Finisher

Vines & Rebar Construction Management
10.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for all things pertaining to Spray booth.
  • Color matching of stain, etc to customers idea. and making stain samples.
  • Recommending best suited top coats and applying to samples.
  • Applying approved stains and top coats to millwork in a production environment using various methods, but usually spray and wiping stains and spraying top coats.
  • Applying tops coats from Catalyzed lacquers and conversion varnishes to solvent based and water based polyurethanes.
  • Getting pricing and procuring materials for current projects and making sure products are available.
  • Purchasing all products required for paint shop, from equipment maintenance to safety equipment.
  • Responsible for spray booth cleanliness and surrounding area in shop.

Manager

Vines & Rebar Construction Management
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Business Owner/Operator

BWP Millwork Ltd.
01.2012 - 03.2021
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.

Owner/Operator

Reimwood Custom Interiors
06.2006 - 11.2011
  • Design and build custom cabinetry to customers ideas.
  • Deliver and install cabinetry
  • Provide a quote for customers and contractors.
  • Work in my small shop together with and apprentice on woodworking equipment building cabinetry and millwork.
  • Purchase supplies and products for the shop and projects.


Draftsman /Project Manager

Shaw Installations Ltd.
10.1997 - 06.2006
  • Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
  • Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
  • Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
  • Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
  • Analyzed component and system details to resolve design problems.
  • Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
  • Work with other Draftsmen to complete projects.
  • Create detailed cut-lists for production.
  • Purchase Materials for projects.
  • Oversee millwork shop management.
  • Program CNC router in shop & work with the operator.
  • Coordinate delivery of product with Site supervisor of project .

Apprentice Joiner

BWP Millwork Ltd.
06.1993 - 10.1997
  • Operated hand and power tools with complete safety to avoid damaging spaces or hurting individuals.
  • Maintained clean workspaces, professional personal appearance and neat vehicle.
  • Built custom cabinetry based on residential and commercial customer needs.
  • Used basic mathematics to calculate distances, surface areas and materials required for jobs.
  • Cut wood by hand and with shop or site machinery to achieve desired dimensions.
  • Created furniture for different uses based on personal experience and customer specifications.
  • Constructed interior and exterior staircases out of wood and accessory metal.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Install millwork out of town or wherever projects may be.
  • Work in spray booth staining and finishing.
  • Working with Gazes and paints to approved specs. provided.

Education

Journey Cabinet Maker (Joiner) - Joinery (Cabinetmaker) Foundation

BCIT
Burnaby, BC
06.1997

Level 2 AutoCAD - Computer Aided Design And Drafting

BCIT
Burnaby, BC
1997

Timeline

Lead Finisher

Vines & Rebar Construction Management
10.2022 - Current

Manager

Vines & Rebar Construction Management
03.2021 - 09.2022

Business Owner/Operator

BWP Millwork Ltd.
01.2012 - 03.2021

Owner/Operator

Reimwood Custom Interiors
06.2006 - 11.2011

Draftsman /Project Manager

Shaw Installations Ltd.
10.1997 - 06.2006

Apprentice Joiner

BWP Millwork Ltd.
06.1993 - 10.1997

Journey Cabinet Maker (Joiner) - Joinery (Cabinetmaker) Foundation

BCIT

Level 2 AutoCAD - Computer Aided Design And Drafting

BCIT

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