Daniel Paul

Experience

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  US Navy

  Aug 2010 - Jul 2020

  • Supervise employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.• Created and implemented a maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.• Prepared and reviewed maintenance contracts with external service providers to offer mutually binding agreements.• Planned scheduled maintenances around operational status and scheduled repairs to ensure preventive maintenance was being completed. • Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols. Show less • Conducted comprehensive training sessions on Naval expeditionary operations, utilizing a variety of instructional settings, including classroom, simulator, and underway instruction environments.• Mentored and guided a team of 12 junior personnel through 280 hours of intensive Landing Craft Air Cushion Navigation Fundamentals training, resulting in the successful qualification of all students and a remarkable 75% decrease in attrition rates.• Devoted over 1,400 hours to various forms of training evolutions including classroom sessions, computer-based modules, and simulator exercises which contributed significantly to an impressive graduation rate of 93%. Show less • Implemented streamlined communication protocols and navigation procedures, resulting in a 40% reduction in mission planning time for a team of 18 personnel.• Developed comprehensive training programs and conducted regular assessments, achieving a 95% pass rate for all team positions among the 18 personnel. • Collaborated with senior leaders to enhance deck plate operations, leading to the successful completion of all assigned missions with zero safety incidents.• Managed and supervised administrative and daily operations, complying with policies and regulations.• Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team and mission. Show less

  • Maintenance Program Manager

    Jun 2018 - Jul 2020

  • Instructor

    Jan 2016 - Jun 2018

  • Navigation Program Manager

    Aug 2010 - Dec 2015
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  CMA CGM

  Jul 2020 - Sept 2020

  Analyst, Container Incident Management

  • Assign, oversee, and actively follow up with resolution owners to ensure timely and complete resolution of incidents, resulting in a 20% reduction in incident response time.• Manage the salvage process for abandoned cargo, directing internal departments to complete the Idle Process before salvaging goods and maintaining relationships with salvage companies. This resulted in a 65% increase in recovered losses for the company.• Implement preventive measures and actions to minimize future incidents by identifying operational process deficiencies and proposing solutions. These changes led to a 30% decrease in incident frequency and improved company exposure. Show less

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  Golden Agri-Resources (GAR)

  Sept 2020 - Nov 2020

  Account Specialist

  • Processed and managed vendor accounts, accurately coding over 500 vendor invoices with proper GL accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and deadlines.• Prepared and submitted payment request forms (PRF) for weekly vendor payments, resulting in on-time payments to vendors and improving overall cash flow management.• Resolved discrepancies on vendor invoices by conducting thorough investigations, resulting in a 45% decrease in claims and maintaining positive relationships with vendors. Show less

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  Dollar Tree Corporate Office

  Dec 2020 - Apr 2021

  Lease Accounting Associate

  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with Landlords, resulting in a 20% reduction in average lease costs through successful negotiation and renegotiation of lease terms.• Processed and approved lease-related financial transactions for a portfolio of over 650+ store leases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies, resulting in an on-time payment rate of 98%.• Developed and implemented streamlined processes for reviewing lease-related expenses, resulting in a cost savings of $50,000 annually. Show less

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  ECPI University

  Aug 2021 - Nov 2023

  Mechanical Engineering Student

  Graduated Summa Cum Laude with my Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

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  TMMG, Inc.

  Sept 2023 - Sept 2024

  Junior Engineer

  • Assisted in the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical, structural and electrical systems using 3D AutoCAD.• Collaborated on federal contract projects, ensuring compliance with ABS regulations and ISO:9001 standards.• Gained practical experience with shipboard mechanical systems, focusing on seamless system integration, maintenance optimization, and operational efficiency.

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  Liberty University

  Jan 2025 - now

  Masters Student

  Full time student working on my Masters of Science degree in Engineering Management and Minor in Project Management