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Arthur Navakuku

Fountain,CO

Summary

Driven leader with a proven track record at Jimmy Johns, enhancing operational efficiency and customer loyalty through expert P&L management and dynamic team building. Skilled in quality management and business development, adept at implementing strategic operational improvements and fostering significant market adaptability. Achieved a reputation for excellence in fast-paced environments, balancing technical prowess with interpersonal effectiveness.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Faucet Assembler

Woodford Manufacturing
01.2025 - Current
  • Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
  • Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.

General Manager

Jimmy Johns
09.2012 - 12.2024
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Adapting my responsibilities to a rapidly changing market as the brand transitioned ownership and implemented different business directions.
  • Building a team that is enthusiastic about the work they do.
  • Built the reputation of the store to be one of the busiest in the city, and able to accommodate large last minute catering orders

Baker

King Soopers
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.

Maintenance Technician

Goodwill
05.2009 - 08.2013
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mesa Ridge High School
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2008

Skills

  • P&L Management
  • Quality Management
  • Business Development
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Customer Retention
  • Operations Oversight
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Pneumatic tools use
  • Component installations
  • Assembly and production
  • Visual inspections

Hobbies

I play recreational Ice Hockey as a player, and as a goalie

I have traveled out of state to compete with an Armored steel fighting team based out of Colorado Springs

As an avid Hunter I will find myself out in the wilderness from time to time as well

Annually I will also participate in a month long 100 Mile Bicycle ride to raise money for children's cancer research

Timeline

Faucet Assembler

Woodford Manufacturing
01.2025 - Current

Baker

King Soopers
08.2019 - 08.2020

General Manager

Jimmy Johns
09.2012 - 12.2024

Maintenance Technician

Goodwill
05.2009 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

Mesa Ridge High School

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