Greg Thues
@gregthues
I lead branch operations, supply chain logistics, and technical fabrication for industrial businesses.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At Foothills Auto and Truck Parts, I direct day-to-day operations, P&L performance, inventory logistics, and commercial account fulfillment for a high-volume automotive and industrial parts location. I also provide operational oversight for sister facility managers.
I recruit, train, and supervise teams of 9+ sales specialists, counter technicians, and logistics personnel while managing freight, warehouse stocking, inventory audits, specialty sourcing, bookkeeping, cash flow reconciliation, labor scheduling, and branch budgets.
As founder and principal operator of Two Raven Forge, I manage custom metal fabrication and architectural blacksmithing projects from bidding and material estimation through fabrication, installation, vendor purchasing, and compliance.
I bring hands-on capability in hydraulic hose fabrication, structural welding, equipment maintenance, and industrial shop operations, supported by active AWS certifications and an A.A.S. in Welding Fabrication.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Store Manager / Operations Director
Foothills Auto and Truck Parts
Mar 2020 - Present (6 years 5 months)
Directs day-to-day operations, P&L performance, and inventory logistics for a high-volume automotive and industrial parts location, with oversight for sister facilities. Leads a team of 9+ and manages multi-site supply chain, B2B fulfillment, and technical assembly.
Principal / Operations Manager
Two Raven Forge
May 2015 - Present (11 years 3 months)
Founder and principal operator of a custom metal fabrication and architectural blacksmithing business, managing projects, finances, and client relations.
Operations Assistant & Fabrication Specialist
Community College of Denver
Jul 2019 - Dec 2019 (5 months)
Managed material stocking, inventory prep, and plasma cutting at the Advanced Manufacturing Center, and performed maintenance on shop equipment.
Journeyman Architectural Fabricator
The Cowboy Forge
Jan 2012 - May 2015 (3 years 4 months)
Executed custom production and field installation under Master Smith direction, including material estimation and safety compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Community College of Denver
Associate of Applied Science, Welding Fabrication
Earned an Associate of Applied Science in Welding Fabrication, with active AWS certifications in multiple welding processes.
Fort Lewis College
Bachelor of Arts, History
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in History, developing strong analytical and research skills.
Cowboy Forge School
Journeyman Blacksmith Certificate, Blacksmithing
Earned a Journeyman Blacksmith Certificate, specializing in architectural fabrication and forging techniques.
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