Taylor Gatlin
Ellijay
Summary
Detail-oriented Lead Painter with strong expertise in color matching and efficient workflow management. Proven ability to execute high-quality painting projects while minimizing waste and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Painter
R And R Body Shop
Jasper, GA
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised painting projects, ensuring quality finishes and adherence to timelines.
- Conducted surface preparation and priming for optimal paint adhesion and durability.
- Coordinated color matching processes with clients to meet specific design requirements.
- Implemented quality control measures, reducing rework by identifying defects early in the process.
- Managed inventory of paint supplies, optimizing usage and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with body shop technicians to ensure seamless integration of painting services into overall repair workflows.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping of labor hours, materials used, and project progress for billing purposes.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper ventilation and personal protective gear usage.
- Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Reduced material waste by accurately calculating paint quantities needed for each job.
Lead Painter
Car Crafters Collision
Blairsville, GA
05.2023 - 10.2024
Lead Painter
Master Body Works
Leesburg, GA
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure the highest level of painting workmanship.
- Provided exceptional customer service through regular updates on project progress, addressing any concerns or issues promptly.
- Conducted thorough surface preparation, including sanding and priming, to achieve flawless finish results.
- Completed detailed post-job inspections to verify adherence to client specifications and industry standards.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
Automotive Paint Technician
Charlie's Paint and Body
Albany Ga
07.2006 - 01.2019
Education
GED -
Lee County High School
Leesburg, GASkills
- Detail-oriented finishing
- Estimating repair costs
- Efficient workflow management
- Clear coat application
- Color matching expertise
- Paint mixing proficiency
- Automotive paint application
Timeline
Lead Painter
R And R Body Shop
10.2024 - Current
Lead Painter
Car Crafters Collision
05.2023 - 10.2024
Lead Painter
Master Body Works
01.2019 - 04.2023
Automotive Paint Technician
Charlie's Paint and Body
07.2006 - 01.2019
GED -
Lee County High School