Chance C. Clements
Harrisonville,MT
Summary
Executive with demonstrated success in P&L, operations, sales, marketing, and general management. Expertise spans startups, turnarounds, multisite leadership, business development, negotiations, customer service, process improvements, team building, and training. Results-driven Pacesetter with a track record of exceeding performance objectives. Dynamic Leader adept at identifying inefficiencies and delivering swift, innovative, and effective solutions. Piloted initiatives pivotal in stabilizing company following buyout/reorganization. Forward-thinking Strategist skilled in building strong colleague/client relations that bolster corporate stability and competitive advantage. Attained 100% staff retention for 4 straight years (vs. Prior 78% turnover rate); recruited, trained, and poised managers for promotion. Versatile Manager who leverages broad-based leadership experience to transcend industry lines and consistently heighten performance.
Assembly professional with solid experience in manufacturing and production environments. Strong ability to interpret blueprints, utilize hand and power tools, and ensure quality control. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective collaboration with team members to achieve precise and timely results. Skilled in maintaining safety standards and optimizing assembly processes.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assembler, Adjuster, Special Precision (AASP)
Honeywell FM&T
KCMO
01.2018 - Current
- Builds complex assemblies which require a high degree of precision and adherence to standards
- Performs and maintains all necessary records documenting in-process operations
- Finely tunes electrical/mechanical components necessary to meet design specifications and testing requirements
- Assembled components according to detailed specifications and quality standards.
- Conducted routine inspections to verify adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and minimize production bottlenecks.
General Manager/Managing Partner
Letko Cycles
Olathe
01.2009 - Current
- Manages daily operations of largest KTM dealer in the area.
- Sales/marketing, along with monthly and yearly forecasting.
- Hiring/training associates in parts, accessories, and service, to ensure we are the best-informed and knowledgeable staff in our business.
- Help as needed in Shop on diag and repairs of new and used motorcycles.
- Developed training programs for staff, improving team efficiency and service delivery.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
Business Development and Shop Manager
Bullet Proof Designs
Lee's Summit
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Hauss CNC machine set-up and help with maintaining
- Maintain precision and tolerances on machined parts by precisely measuring using calipers, gauges, micrometers and dial indicators and more.
- Use shop mathematics and computer programs to ensure set-up of machines is good and fixtures are within acceptable tolerances.
- Ability to read and understand technical specs and data.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Fostered a positive team environment, promoting collaboration and employee engagement.
Business Development Manager
MAC Tools
Midwest
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Built and maintained relations with independent Tool Distributors through continuous communication on new and promotional products, special financing, close outs, and overstocks to increase sales and profitability.
- Recruited new distributors/trained all aspects of business to ensure good new starts/long-term success.
- Created monthly meetings to communicate sales techniques, expand product knowledge, and best practices resulting in promo item sales increase of 122% over the first year.
- Drove sales growth through contest and challenges.
- Took district from 104 of 104 (worst by ranking, 5 years in a row) in company to number 44 in 2006, number 9 in 2007 and number 3 in 2008 and number one in 2009.
- Earned District Manager of the Year (Eagle Award) in 2007/2008 and the national award for top manager in 2009.
Regional Vice President/President
Kansas Locating Services
United States
01.1991 - 01.2006
- Directed $339.6 million P&L, Grew Revenue from 13 Million, Staff of 12-20 Area managers, 16 administrative staff, operations, sales, marketing, and business development.
- Built and maintained relations with regional utility companies (Sprint, Kansas Gas, MGE) to secure new and repeat business.
- Cut costs by developing/instituting reporting standards for 119 field staff and identifying business practice improvements.
- Oversaw Maintenance for all vehicles, track repairs with maintenance program (including DOT inspections), established vendor relationships to save on parts and schedule all maintenance/repairs.
- Scheduled all facilities maintenance and repairs with outside vendors and landlord as per our lease of a 100,000 sq. ft building.
- Helped with scheduling of field staff to ensure proper coverage.
- Managed daily operations of dispatch staff and distribution center personnel.
- (formerly Central Locating Services)
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Missouri Western State College
Saint Joseph, MO01.1982
High School Diploma -
Belton High School
Belton05-1980
Skills
- Active Clearance
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Management
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Scheduling
- Teamwork
Certification
Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Assembler, Adjuster, Special Precision (AASP)
Honeywell FM&T
01.2018 - Current
Business Development and Shop Manager
Bullet Proof Designs
01.2014 - 01.2018
General Manager/Managing Partner
Letko Cycles
01.2009 - Current
Business Development Manager
MAC Tools
01.2006 - 01.2009
Regional Vice President/President
Kansas Locating Services
01.1991 - 01.2006
No Degree - General Studies
Missouri Western State College
High School Diploma -
Belton High School