DENNIS TELFORD

11944 Easton Road ~ Rittman, OH 44270

(Email) dtd679f2@westpost.net ~ (Home) 330.925.1974 ~ (Cell) 330.714.2036
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Well-skilled and effective manager with consistent history of accomplishments ov
erseeing and supporting efficient and profitable daily operations. Advanced lead
ership, customer relations, and sales expertise with versatile management backgr
ound spanning cross-functional areas of operations. Strategic problem solver and
resourceful leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Capab
le of achieving optimal organization, productivity, cost controls, and revenue g
rowth. Core Competencies:
* Staff Hiring & Management
* Performance Development
* Production Scheduling * Advanced Mechanical Skills
* Quality & Safety Procedures
* Labor & Cost Controls * Inventory Management
* Profit/Loss & Budget Control
* Customer Relations & Sales
CAREER OVERVIEW & SELECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
TELFORD RENOVATION SERVICES - Rittman, OH
Project Manager, General Contractor, 2009-Present
Work independently within real estate investment, rehabilitation, and project ma
nagement with responsibility for maintaining profitable operations and overseein
g projects to ensure optimal market value and return on investments. Develop pro
ject budgets, coordinate all financials, and track/manage costs associated with
acquisitions, improvements, and operating expenses. Work closely with sellers, a
gents, subcontractors, vendors, city officials, inspectors, and neighbors to est
ablish and negotiate favorable arrangements. Generate, present, and manage all c
ontracts involved in the process, including obtaining necessary permits. Manage
relationship with lending institutions and secure loan programs that satisfy spe
cific requirements. Contribute to the design process and architectural/blueprint
drawings. Assist in the completion of trade work, including: construction of ma
jor additions or new structures, structural framing repairs, electrical/plumbing
upgrading, concrete, carpentry, and many other areas.
* Acquired specialized training and skills in real estate, construction, and re-
modeling; applied past management skills and well-rounded mechanical abilities t
o achieve on-going profits while ensuring quality work.
RETAIL RENOVATIONS - Wadsworth, OH
Supervisor, 2009
Hired to support management needs for company specializing in retail constructio
n and maintenance. Served as a Table Shop Manager overseeing all aspects associa
ted with the overall organization and management of daily shop operations, inclu
ding: personnel, inventory control, and purchasing.
* Successfully developed and implemented streamlined work procedures and quality
controls that made an immediate impact on organizational efficiencies and overa
ll quality.
D & S DISTRIBUTION - Wooster, OH
Supervisor, 2008-2009
Hired as to serve as Acting Supervisor and Warehouse Manager Trainee to support
an immediate need for supply-chain management organization that offers customize
d distribution and transportation solutions.
* Assumed management duties and quickly acquired knowledge of all aspects involv
ed in warehouse business, including tow motor driving and logistics.
ROHRER CORP. - Wadsworth, OH
Production Control Manager & Combination Manager, 1994-2008
Worked in multiple positions for the nation's largest producer of quality skin a
nd blister packaging with 3 plants, $60M in annual sales, and 350 employees. Awa
rded increased responsibilities during employment delivering significant contrib
utions in sales, customer service, product development, and marketing areas. Mai
ntained daily production control duties while simultaneously launching new combi
nation blister card program. Grew program to require full attention and assumed
management of all aspects related to the combination form process. Actively supp
orted complete sales cycle and customer service functions to build strong relati
onships. Served as Certified ISO Auditor.
* Drove consistent revenue growth for Rohrer; initiated and directed combination
blister card program from inception with zero sales to a full operation that pr
oduced 25% of total company revenue.
* Gained versatile skills in many cross-functional areas of operations, includin
g: inventory management, quality control, invoicing, cost estimations, productio
n scheduling, travel logistics, and shipping.
* Earned on-going advancement throughout career with Rohrer with comprehensive e
xperience gained in multiple departments while working in the following position
s: Customer Service Manager, Customer Service Representative, and Press Operator
.
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Additional experience: Drove growth and customer satisfaction for Maibach Ford w
orkings as Retail Car Sales Professional and Internet Sales Manager.
EDUCATION & SPECIALIZED SKILLS
Computer, Real Estate Investing, and Agricultural Mechanics Courses
WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS CAREER CENTER - Smithville, OH
Additional Skills/Training: Computers, Woodworking Equipment (tables saw, router
, drill press, band saw, self-made work bench with pin system for clamping), Sma
ll Hand Tools, Refinishing, Furniture Stains (color mixing/matching, spray room,
gravity fed spray equipment), Bulldozer, Backhoe, Welding, Metal Fabrication, P
acking Line (conveyors, box taper, pallet wrapping), Commercial Grade Lawn and F
arm Equipment (operation, maintenance, restoration, conversion)
Community Involvement: Rittman Boy Scouts - Troop 405, Committee Member, 2007-Pr
esent