With over 40 years of woodworking, I've excelled in carpentry, cabinet making, and CAD engineering/design. I've led as a production manager, supervisor, and foreman, showcasing expertise in materials, processes, and design. My keen eye for detail and leadership drives me to tackle challenges, refine skills, and innovate in manufacturing.

Professional Experience 

Feb 2013 to Mar 2023

Production Manager  |  Modernica Inc.  |  Vernon, CA

• Supervised personnel in furniture production.

• Designed and engineered new products using SolidWorks.

• Estimated the cost of new products.

• Created shop drawings and cut sheets.

• Ordered materials and supplies.

• Scheduled production procedures and optimized material usage.

May 2012 to Dec 2013

Carpenter-Cabinet Maker  |  Millcraft Inc.  |  Anaheim, CA

• Mill and assemble custom cabinets, kiosks, and millwork for banks and retail stores.

• Created cut sheets.

• Evaluated shop drawings.

• Determined the best production procedure and material usage 

Sep 2009 to May 2012

Production Manager  |  Michael D’Angelo Inc.  |  El Segundo, CA

• Supervised personnel in the production of residential custom hardwood flooring and stair components.

• Created shop drawings from blueprints, sketches, or drawings using AutoCAD.

• Worked directly with architects and contractors.

• Ordered materials and supplies.

• Made cut sheets.

• Scheduled production.

• Determined the best production procedure and material usage.

• Assisted with estimating new projects.

Mar 2008 to Sep 2009

Shop Foreman  |  Gray Cabinets & Millwork Inc.  |  Orange, CA.

• Responsible for supervising personnel in the production of residential custom cabinetry and millwork.

• Created shop drawings from blueprints, sketches, or drawings using AutoCAD.

• Worked directly with vendors, designers, architects, and customers.

• Ordered materials and supplies.

• Made cut sheets.

• Scheduled production.

• Determined the best production procedure and material usage.

• Mill, assemble, and install custom cabinets and millwork for custom homes.

• Assisted with estimating new projects.

Oct 2005 to Mar 2008

Carpenter-Cabinet Maker  |  Elite Retail Display Mfg.  |  Buena Park, CA.

• Mill and assemble custom cabinets, kiosks, and millwork for banks and retail stores.

• Created cut sheets.

• Evaluated shop drawings.

• Determined the best production procedure and material usage.

Oct 1997 to Oct 2005

    Production Supervisor | Mica Industries Inc. | Huntington Beach, CA. 

• Responsible for the supervision of personnel in the production of standard and custom cabinetry and millwork.

• Extensive direct interface with vendors, designers, architects, and customers.

• Employee evaluation.

• Management of production materials, machinery, and equipment.

• Making cut sheets and material lists.

• Evaluating blueprints and shop drawings.

• Working closely with the engineering department to recommend the best construction design and assembly procedures.

• Assisting with estimating new projects.

Dec 1992 to Feb 1997

Service Representative  |  Miracoli Co.  |  Santa Ana, CA.

• Perform sales, service, and delivery of refurbished and custom patio furniture for a small independent company.

• Responsibilities:

• Setup of small company computer system and peripherals.

• Setup of accounting software.

• Setup of desktop publishing tools.

• Extensive direct interface with vendors and customers.

March 1983 to Dec 1992

     Production Supervisor | La Habra Cabinets | La Habra, CA. 

• Responsible for the supervision of 70+ personnel in the production of standard and custom cabinet components for a large-scale, high-volume cabinet manufacturer.

• Employee evaluation.

• Management of production materials, machinery, and equipment.

• Acted as an alternate Purchasing Agent.

• Procured router bits, saw blades, and sharpening services.

• Provided on-the-job training for employees.

• Supported installation, setup, and training of new employees and equipment for a new facility located in Mexico.

Nov 1978 to March 1982

Operations Clerk  |  Tropitone Furniture Co.  |  Irvine, CA.

• Performed warehouse and factory stock room operations for a large-scale furniture manufacturer.

• Shipping & Receiving.

• Inventory Control.

• Supplies and materials requisition and management.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with all woodworking machinery, including:

  • • CNC routers

    • CNC panel saws

    • Sliding and standard table saws

    • Shapers

    • Molding machines

    • Edge banders

• Proficient in solid surface fabrication techniques.

• Skilled in laminating and veneer work.

• Proficiency in CAD software, including:

  • • SolidWorks

    • Fusion 360

    • AutoCAD

Education

• General Education

Marina High School

Huntington Beach, CA.

• Additional Course Studies

Huntington Beach Adult School

Huntington Beach, CA.