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MICHAEL HERRING

Elkton

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional seeking a challenging position with a reputable company that fosters growth and innovation. Eager to leverage a diverse skill set and extensive experience to contribute effectively while expanding knowledge in a collaborative environment. Committed to delivering high-quality results and driving success through strategic problem-solving and continuous improvement. Passionate about utilizing expertise to make a meaningful impact within the organization.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Collison Center Manager

Hertrich Collision of Chadds Ford
Chadds Ford, PA
08.2024 - Current
  • Worked with customers and insurance companies to obtain payments.
  • Inspected auto body damage and wrote up repair orders.
  • Managed team of [9] personnel focused on repairs and refinishing work.
  • Checked quality of all work to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised and managed all shop operations including payroll and accounts receivable
  • Examined damaged vehicles to determine degree of structural and mechanical damage.

Collision Estimator

Hertrich Collision of Bear
Bear, DE
02.2020 - 08.2024

Conducted evaluations of vehicle damages to generate precise repair estimates for insurance approval. Coordinated timely parts orders to support efficient repair completions. Served as intermediary between customers and insurance companies during the repair process. Maintained financial accuracy through diligent data entry and billing operations. Utilized CCC One, Dealertrack, and ADP systems to optimize workflow efficiency. Generated repair estimates for clients covered by Geico, USAA, Allstate, and Progressive. Facilitated effective communication with various insurers including Nationwide and State Farm.

Collision Estimator

Martin Honda Collision Center
Newark, DE
04.2019 - 02.2020

Evaluated damages on customer vehicles to deliver precise repair estimates approved by insurance. Coordinated parts orders to facilitate efficient repair timelines. Served as intermediary between customers and insurance providers throughout repair phases. Conducted data entry and billing operations to support financial accuracy. systems used such as CCC One, DealerTrack, and ADP for streamlined workflows. Generated estimates for clients under Geico, USAA, Allstate, and Progressive policies. Engaged with multiple insurers including Nationwide and State Farm for effective communication.

MANAGER OF SHIPPING AND RECEIVING

Porter Chevrolet
Newark, DE
09.2012 - 03.2019
  • Oversee and participate in all aspects of shipping and receiving, including ordering parts, receiving new inventory and completing inspection for damage parts, scanning new inventory, distributing parts throughout Porter and other companies, restocking inventory, and the use of sit down forklift to unload freight. -forklift certified.

ASSOCIATE - PARTS DEPARTMENT

Porter Chevrolet
Newark, DE
06.2011 - 09.2012
  • Receive parts from outside vendors, log parts in to computer systems, check for accuracy and dispatch to proper location within the company.

LOT ATTENDANT

Porter Chevrolet and Nissan
Newark, DE
03.2009 - 06.2011
  • Customer service including inspecting vehicles for errors after having maintenance. Greeting customers as they arrive, processing their services requests and transporting them if needed. Delivering cars and other inventory to different dealerships.

PRODUCTION WORKER/FORKLIFT OPERATOR

TNT Logistics
Elkton, MD
05.2006 - 08.2008
  • Working as a team to prepare product for shipment by performing various duties to include: operating stand-up and sit-down forklifts, stocking tires, paperwork and preparing customer orders for distribution.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Cecil College
North East, MD
05-2011

Diploma - undefined

James Grove High School
Dover, DE
09-2001

Skills

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point

  • Accounts receivable
  • Collecting payments
  • Overseeing refinishing
  • Customer relations
  • Managing operations
  • Supervising staff
  • Deadline management

Timeline

Collison Center Manager

Hertrich Collision of Chadds Ford
08.2024 - Current

Collision Estimator

Hertrich Collision of Bear
02.2020 - 08.2024

Collision Estimator

Martin Honda Collision Center
04.2019 - 02.2020

MANAGER OF SHIPPING AND RECEIVING

Porter Chevrolet
09.2012 - 03.2019

ASSOCIATE - PARTS DEPARTMENT

Porter Chevrolet
06.2011 - 09.2012

LOT ATTENDANT

Porter Chevrolet and Nissan
03.2009 - 06.2011

PRODUCTION WORKER/FORKLIFT OPERATOR

TNT Logistics
05.2006 - 08.2008

Diploma - undefined

James Grove High School

High School Diploma - General Studies

Cecil College
MICHAEL HERRING