Aaron Murr
Maryville
Summary
Results-driven professional with experience in shop management and automation. Known for leveraging technical expertise to drive process improvements, maintain high customer satisfaction, and optimize operational efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Manager
Navus Automation
Knoxville
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily shop operations to maximize workflow efficiency.
- Implemented cost control measures and streamlined staff processes to boost profitability.
- Examine supply and raw material levels to determine shortages and make necessary adjustments.
- Direct daily operations of the shop, including scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring performance.
- Provide customer service to ensure customer satisfaction with products and services.
- Work closely with vendors to obtain competitive pricing on materials used in production processes.
- Work with HR to recruit, hire, and onboard new staff members.
- Fill out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Provide leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
System Build Coordinator
Navus Automation
Knoxville
12.2021 - 01.2025
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Fab Lead/Robotic Specialist
Navus Automation
Knoxville
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements and streamline workflows.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on new automation technologies and best practices.
- Assisted in project management by coordinating timelines and resources effectively.
- Researched industry trends to inform strategic decisions and technology adoption.
- Maintained documentation of automation processes for compliance and training purposes.
- Provided technical support to clients, troubleshooting issues with automated systems.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Created training materials for new hires on the company's procedures and policies.
Automation Technician/Welder
Navus Automation
Knoxville
10.2011 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with engineering teams to enhance automation processes and workflows.
- Diagnosed and repaired equipment failures swiftly to minimize downtime.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices in automation technologies.
- Assisted in the integration of new automated solutions into existing frameworks.
- Integrated different types of sensors into automated machinery for enhanced process control capabilities.
- Installed new automation systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Calibrated sensors and other components used in automated systems to optimize accuracy and reliability.
- Programmed robotic arms for material handling applications such as loading and unloading parts from conveyor lines or palletizing products onto shipping containers.
- Fabricated housings, jigs, fittings and fixtures, utilizing metalworking machines.
- Evaluated reliability of industrial robotic systems to maximize quantity and quality.
- Developed robotic path motions to monitor quality.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for project specifications.
- Operated plasma cutting equipment to shape materials accurately.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure safe operation conditions.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
Welder
Leader Industrial
Knoxville
02.2009 - 09.2011
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Operated welding machinery to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Adhered to safety protocols to promote a safe work environment.
- Trained new welders on processes and best practices for efficiency.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
Welder
Nortek Industries
Knoxville
06.2005 - 01.2009
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Verified weld integrity and compliance with code requirements through visual inspection methods, including radiography testing.
- Selected appropriate filler metal based on joint design and materials, enhancing weld quality and durability.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Operated flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products, ensuring precision and quality.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Identified and prepared shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment for use.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Maryville, TN05-2005
Skills
- Manufacturing operations
- Welding techniques
- Technical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality inspection
- Forklift operation
- Pneumatic systems
- Shipment preparation
- Equipment setup
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Vendor engagement
- Recruitment and hiring
- Employee reviews
- Leadership skills
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Strong work ethic
- TIG welding
- MIG welding
- Health and safety
Timeline
Shop Manager
Navus Automation
01.2025 - Current
System Build Coordinator
Navus Automation
12.2021 - 01.2025
Fab Lead/Robotic Specialist
Navus Automation
01.2018 - 12.2021
Automation Technician/Welder
Navus Automation
10.2011 - 12.2018
Welder
Leader Industrial
02.2009 - 09.2011
Welder
Nortek Industries
06.2005 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School