Blake Singleton

Experience

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  T.D. Craft Grading

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  Chief Operating Officer
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  CUTCO

  Oct 2016 - Dec 2017

  Sales Representative

  Conducted the implication of strong communication, soft and interpersonal skillsResponded to all customer inquiries pertaining to products thoroughly and professionallyRecommended new, quality cutlery to customers based off individual needsConducted a personalized, 30-minute presentation of product to promote interest in purchaseAccurately recorded all purchase orders and daily shipping and receiving ordersStrengthened client relationships through developing knowledge base and service skills Show less

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  Collins Landscape

  Feb 2018 - Aug 2018

  Delivery Management

  Collaborated with landscape team to complete tasksManaged customer payments upon deliveryOperated front end loaders to load mulch into trucksDesigned landscapes according to specifications, including laying mulch, sod and stoneworkDelivered materials to site within deadlinesMaintained all mechanical equipmentOrganized office to create attractive and positive company imageProvided information and recommendations to customers

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  BMW Manufacturing Company

  Dec 2018 - Jan 2022

  Troubleshoot PLC devices and mechanical equipment to diagnose problemsPerform preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, computer and PLC devices to ensure efficient productionAnalyze defective parts and research replacement options; order and purchase parts for production operations.Program and repair industrial robots too maintain efficient cycle time and avoid down timeOperate mills, lathes, and CNC machines to make or repair parts for production when necessary.Collaborate with team to design new parts for equipment or recommend revision to methods of operation, material handling, equipment layout, or other changes to increase production or improve standards Show less Develop systematic approaches to solve complex problemsDesign and engineer sustainable parts and systems for more efficient productionTroubleshoot electrical equipment to diagnose problemsPerform assigned calibration, maintenance and repair of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical instrumentation and control systems in a safe, reliable, economical and environmentally sound mannerCreate or modify electrical components to be used in renewable energy generationAnalyze defective parts and research replacement options; order and replace parts for production operationsCollaborate with team to engineer new parts for equipment or recommend revision to methods of operation, material handling, equipment layout, or other changes to increase production or improve sustainability Show less

  • Technician – ESA

    Feb 2021 - Jan 2022

  • BMW Scholar – Technician

    Dec 2018 - Feb 2021
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  T.D. Craft Grading

  Sept 2021 - now

  COO – Chief Operating Officer

  Orchestrated seamless coordination of construction projects by collaborating with engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure all aspects aligned with project objectives and specificationsOperated and developed strong understanding of machine operation and sequence of steps for completion of jobs also including GPS integrated equipment with hands-on in-field experience with heavy machineryWork with GPS equipment systems to create models and check grades and precisions of attributes on siteSpearheaded project schedules, closely monitoring milestones, deadlines, and progress to ensure timely completion and delivery while optimizing resource efficiency and velocityDiligently managed project budgets, tracking expenses, negotiating vendor contracts, and sourcing cost-effective materials to maintain financial efficiency and stay within budget constraintsMaintained meticulous records of project documentation, including permits, contracts, change orders, and correspondence, ensuring accurate and organized information for reference and complianceImplemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure all construction work met or exceeded standardsActed as a central point of contact for projects, facilitating clear communication between project teams, contractors, and management to ensure alignment and informed decision-makingFostered strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, monitoring delivery timelines, and resolving any discrepancies promptly to uphold project timelinesSkillfully identified and addressed project setbacks and issues, collaborating with multiple diverse teams to devise innovative solutions and maintain project momentumEnforced rigorous adherence to health and safety regulations on-site, conducting a culture of safety awareness among the teamActively sought opportunities for process optimization and enhancement of construction methodologies, contributing to increased efficiency, reduced costs, and eleva Show less