Foreman/Technical Director

E Penderleith & Co.

July 2019-November 2023

• Liased with President/Creative Director and CAD Engineer to develop the best processes, materials, and production strategy from bidding/proposals through final design 

• Tracked multiple project's milestones while adapting to changes in workflow. Ensured deadlines by coordinating and delegating responsibilities and creatively solving problems

• Reviewed/commented and approved prelim and final shop drawings, clarifying any issues with CAD Engineer. Assured that working drawings on the shop floor are noted/marked up accurately and returned for archiving. 

• Oversaw fabrication, assembly, and finishing of various materials, techniques, and processes to assure high quality standards and safe working practices while communicating areas of interest to management for initiatives

• Trained staff on methods, materials and Standards and Operations. Regularly providing constructive feedback on Project or Task specific hits and misses

• Collaborated with Management on best practices for Workshop Standards and Operations

• Reported on individuals' skill related performances for appraisals, noting areas of both growth and quiescence

• Ensured Workshop Inventory and Maintenance is carried out and Safety and Health Programs are up-to-date, available, and compliant

• Contributed to overall team morale

Owner

Flitch & Hide

November 2018-June 2019 

• Online collection of high-end wood and leather goods for the modern home

• Design and fabrication services for custom millwork and furniture markets

Project Manager 

Rapp Construction Management 

April 2018 - November 2018

• Responsible for generating project budgets and maintaining them throughout the entire build process

• Review and securing of all pre construction documentation, permits, etc 

• Planning and scheduling all project construction activities

• Overseeing construction for entire project lifecycle with focus on quality, safety and budgetary concerns 

• Communication and coordination with all parties involved in the construction process.

Production Manager

Digifabshop

August 2014 - March 2016

• Oversaw and scheduled daily shop production activities by allocating machine and personnel resources as needed 

• Met production goals by supervising manufacturing timelines and ensuring end-product quality standards were met or exceeded 

• Worked across departments to maintain production item inventory and supply levels: anticipating material shortages and stock item quantities needed to fill orders 

• Observed fabrication techniques and processes with a careful eye and worked to improve them

• Controlled and minimized overtime labor whenever possible through responsive resource allocation 

• Worked with Team Leads to train and oversee new employee onboarding and development; communicating job expectations, appraising contributions and resolving conflicts where necessary

• Coordinated activities between Project Management office and the shop floor  

• Regularly tracked and adjusted the integrated master schedule  for 20+ projects at various stages across all departments 

• Aggregated data on production timing, product quality, personnel needs, etc. for improved visibility to Upper Management

• Led daily planning meetings attended by Senior Management, Project Managers and Team Leads

Team Lead - Cabinetry and Furniture Projects

Digifabshop

September 2013 - August 2014

• Responsible for delegating and tracking tasks to each team member and changing the course of the team to accommodate sudden changes in production schedules

• On-boarded and trained new hires

• Coordinated with fellow Team Leads to maintain smooth production across departments

• Managed material, tool and supply needs for team and resolved conflicts where required

Cabinetmaker

Digifabshop

August 2011 - September 2013  &  April 2016 - April 2018

• Extensive knowledge of all phases of millwork, cabinet and furniture construction

• Trusted to self manage tasks and activities on projects ranging in duration from single day to multiple weeks

• Routinely train and build skill sets of fellow millworkers and cabinetmakers 

• Consult project office on best practices and build procedures

Owner

Jamon Schlimgen Cabinetmaker

March 2005 - July 2011

• Designed, fabricated and installed millwork, cabinetry and furniture for residential and retail clientele

• Primarily direct to client projects with occasional projects coordinated with designers

• Responsible for all project estimating, client interfacing, material sourcing/costing/acquisition and billing 

Owner 

Jamon Schlimgen Carpentry

2000 - February 2005

• Self employed carpenter working in the residential market

• Specialized in kitchen/bath remodels, renovations and small additions

• Managed job site scheduling and occasional sub contractor activity

• Responsible for all project estimating, client interfacing, material sourcing/costing/acquisition and billing 

Trade Related: 

Extensive knowledge of all phases of millwork, cabinet and furniture construction, plan set literacy, building techniques (framing, insulation, drywall, basic plumbing/wiring, sheathing, siding, roofing, flooring, tile, trim, etc.), general shop/job power tools, basic CNC and laser cutter operation

Software:

Liquid Planner, Smartsheet, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop