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Charles Knaphus

Corvallis

Summary

Dynamic Retail Store Manager at Blind Coyote Trading with a proven track record of enhancing customer experiences and driving revenue through unique product sourcing. Skilled in carpentry and wilderness survival, I excel in team collaboration and communication, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering strong relationships. Committed to delivering exceptional results in every project.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Store Manager

Blind Coyote Trading
01.2023 - 11.2024
  • Increased revenue by sourcing unique items
  • Maintained a clean and organized store appearance to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Completed routine store inventories.

Residency Coach

Turn-About Ranch
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Taught life skills though wilderness experiences.
  • Supported student growth through team building, conflict resolution and work therapy.
  • Facilitated open communication between students and staff members, ensuring that all concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.

Assembly Technician

Animax Designs
01.2021 - 03.2023
  • Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions to create animatronics and robotics.
  • Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools: wilding, milling, molds, fiberglass, sewing, wiring, painting.
  • Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
  • Reassembled and adjusted components to meet required specifications.

Apprentice Jeweler

Holliday Jewellry
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by making and repairing jewelry to high standards while meeting deadlines
  • Contributed to store's success by providing exceptional customer service during sales transactions and inquiries.
  • Crafted intricate jewelry pieces by utilizing various tools, techniques, and materials.

Blade Smith

Castille Armory
03.2018 - 08.2019


  • Collaborated with clients to design unique pieces that met their individual needs and preferences, resulting in strong client relationships and repeat business.
  • Custom made sword blades and guards ensuring correct geometry for strength and flexibility.

Prop and Set Builder

David Saxe Productions
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Enhanced set designs by incorporating innovative construction techniques and materials.
  • Delivered completed sets ahead of schedule, allowing ample rehearsal time for cast and crew.

Metal Chase and Welding

Adonis Bronze Foundry & Alpine Art Center
05.2015 - 02.2017
  • Skilled in bronze foundry and casting process.
  • Used tig welding of bronze and steel, oxy acetylene welding and cutting and sand blasting.
  • Specialized in fine bronze welding and soldering.

Education

Snow College
Ephraim, UT
01-2015

High School Diploma -

Manti High School
Manti, UT
06-2012

Skills

  • Volunteer work with church
  • Proficient in sewing techniques
  • Fundamental carpentry skills
  • Wilderness survival expertise

Timeline

Residency Coach

Turn-About Ranch
04.2023 - 10.2023

Retail Store Manager

Blind Coyote Trading
01.2023 - 11.2024

Assembly Technician

Animax Designs
01.2021 - 03.2023

Apprentice Jeweler

Holliday Jewellry
06.2019 - 03.2020

Blade Smith

Castille Armory
03.2018 - 08.2019

Prop and Set Builder

David Saxe Productions
03.2017 - 02.2018

Metal Chase and Welding

Adonis Bronze Foundry & Alpine Art Center
05.2015 - 02.2017

Snow College

High School Diploma -

Manti High School
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