Robert Allen Cruze

1171 Settlers Bay Ct Bellbrook, Ohio 45305 937-310-1228

mailto:rc11aafdc@westpost.net
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MANAGER / MANUFACTURING / BUSINESS
Dynamic business, operations / sales / manufacturing manager for fast-paced, hig
h-volume companies. In-depth knowledge of all operations in manufacturing / pro
duction, construction, sheet metal fabrication, facilities managements and HVAC
industries. Aggressive manager with a proven track record of achieving outstandi
ng results in strengthening market position and increasing revenue and profit in
highly-competitive businesses. Strong personnel leadership and development skil
ls. Significant accomplishments in gaining and building customer trust and loyal
ty. Excellent operations management and problem resolution skills. Remain calm a
nd productive under stressful conditions and against tight deadlines.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
OPERATIONS MANAGER - Regional Sheetmetal Manufacturing LLC, Dayton, Ohio 200
6 - 2010
Implemented the startup of a manufacturing/ wholesale company and the responsibi
lity of all operations. Committed in the growth of the company, achieved a growt
h of one-half million in sales in the first two years with outstanding profit ma
rgin, based on four million in total sales.
EXPERIENCE:
a Responsible for all purchases and the cost of all inventory and production mat
erial
a Accounts payable and receivables
a Monthly/annual financial statements
a Job costing, contract billing, T&M billing and telephone and counter sales
a Supervised multiple locations and projects
a Handled customer relations
a Routed and dispatched delivery trucks
a Maintained equipment control and maintenance
a Supervised HR and payroll departments
a Managed day to day operations of sheet metal shop
a Estimated and managed estimators on sheet metal fabrication projects
a Supervised 25 employees in the fabrication of sheet metal ductwork
a Engineering, design and fabricating of sheet metal special projects
a Responsible for all strategic planning, project development, financial project
ion. budget control, sales/marketing and customer service program development
MANAGER / SUPERVISOR - Mechanical System of Dayton Inc., Dayton, Ohio 1998 -
2006
Implemented the changing of a fabrication company to a manufacturing based divis
ion, starting with a base sales of three hundred thousand and accomplishing a gr
owth of three million in sales over a four year span.
EXPERIENCE:
a Responsible for all purchases and the cost of all inventory and production mat
erial
a Job costing, contract billing, T&M billing and telephone and counter sales
a Handled customer relations
a Routed and dispatched delivery trucks
a Maintained equipment control and maintenance
a Managed day to day operations of sheet metal shop
a Estimated and managed estimators on sheet metal fabrication projects
a Supervised 25 employees in the fabrication of sheet metal ductwork
a Engineering, design and fabricating of sheet metal special projects
a Responsible for all strategic planning, project development, financial project
ion. budget control, sales/marketing and customer service program development
VICE-PRESIDENT - RECO Heating & Cooling, Dayton, Ohio 1985 - 199
8
Quickly promoted to levels of increasing responsibility, holding positions in sh
eet metal fabrication, HVAC, Estimating and Sales before being named Vice-Presid
ent in 1993.
EXPERIENCE
a Oversee all operations including Sales, Service, Personal Supervision and Deve
lopment, Contact Administration and Project Management
a Significantly strengthened the company`s market position and dramatically incr
eased revenue and profit
a Contribute to all strategic planning, project development, financial projectio
n. budget control, sales/marketing and customer service program development
a Recognized as performing at the top of my field in estimating, sales, sheet me
tal fabrication and HVAC positions
TRADE INSTRUCTOR - American Builders & Contractors 2001
- 2005

Dedicated and Committed the time to train young adults in the Sheet metal/ HVAC
Fabrication trade with my years of professional skills and dedication.
a Qualified instructor all four year courses
a Certified with Sinclair Community College
a Instructed both fabrication and installation of sheet metal HVAC ductwork
PROPERTY OWNER & MANAGER
1994 - 2005
Purchasing and maintaining apartment buildings gave me valuable experience in pr
operty management while acquiring skills that complemented my professional respo
nsibilities.
EXPERIENCE
a Completed small-to-large remodel projects involving carpentry, dry walling,
painting, electrical installation and plumbing: most work was performed personal
ly, while some required hiring and supervising multiple contactors
a Managing rentals to diverse tenant populations: requires contract development
and administration, customer service, problem resolution and account collection
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Graduate - Patterson Cooperative High School, Dayton, Ohio
a Outstanding Senior, Math Award
a First Place in United States, Sheet metal Fabrication, Vocational Industrial C
lubs of America
a Completed 4 year training in sheet metal fabrication
Company - Sponsored Advanced Training:
a Management Course (yearly)
a Safety Course (yearly)
a Confined Space
a Indoor Air Quality
a Material Safety Data Sheets
a OSHA Regulations
a HVAC Electronic Controls
a HVAC Equipment
a Drug Free Workplace
a Maxwell Construction Software
a ABC Trade Instructor Teaching Course
REFERENCES
Will be provided upon request