Chris Stange
Forest Hill
Summary
Experienced Shop Foreman with a proven record in diagnostic testing and quality control. Skilled in training and mentoring staff to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Foreman - Master Technician
Jones Junction
Bel Air
10.1985 - Current
- Supervised daily operations in a fast-paced automotive shop environment.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Conducted quality control checks on completed work for compliance standards.
- Resolved customer concerns and ensured satisfaction with service provided.
- Coordinated communication between technicians and management to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that streamlined shop operations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools, equipment, and machinery were in proper working order.
- Trained and mentored employees in procedures and performance improvement strategies.
- Reported any issues or concerns with machines or personnel directly to upper management.
- Troubleshot and resolved complex mechanical issues.
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic equipment and software.
- Repaired engines and transmissions with precision and attention to detail.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices and safe tool usage techniques.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable safety procedures while performing repairs.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Utilized infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices to test vehicle components and systems.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Diagnostic testing
- A/C troubleshooting
- Quality control
- Troubleshooting complex issues
- Staff training
- Problem solving
Certification
- ASE CERTIFIED
ENGINE REPAIR
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN
SUSPENSION AND STEERING
BRAKES
ELECTRICAL /ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
HEATING AND A/C
NISSAN MASTER TECH
EV CERTIFIED
GTR CERTIFIED
HYUNDAI MASTER TECH
Timeline
Shop Foreman - Master Technician
Jones Junction
10.1985 - Current