Gregory S Frank II

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2019

  Provided management oversight for wartime/process improvement programs; conducted USAF Special Forces command-directed process analysis reviews/validations using Lean techniques and process mapping; consulted with unit commanders on strategic management, organizational alignment, manpower, and operational requirements.- Implemented a critical continuous improvement program- Taught multiple process improvement Lean Six Sigma Green Belt courses to studentsAccomplishments:• Led cross-functional team through a predictive analytics workshop, reduced non-flying time 80%. • Identified future manpower shortage and developed manpower shortage mitigation plans resulting in streamlined processes with no loss of capital or capability throughout the Future Years Defense Program. Show less Consulted senior commanders for the Indo-Pacific Pacific Command and Special Operations Command. Oversaw military contracts for Contract Manpower Equivalent’s (CME) and facilitated senior leader special projects. The Pacific Command Area of Responsibility (AOR) encompasses about half the earth’s surface, spanning 36 nations. - Authored CME requirements for $7.5B emergent threat contract garnering Presidential/Congressional approval and funding.- Focused on a solution for the China Strategic Focus Group securing $33M in personnel resources acquiring intelligence support for defense purposes- Handpicked to escort 19 Taiwan delegates during the US Indo-Pacific Command summit; coined and lauded by Taiwan 2-star General. Show less Provided analytical guidance to senior Pentagon and DoD leadership for Total Force decisions. Developed and employed Management Engineering (ME) and Process Analysis practices covering 27,000 positions valued at over $3.7 billion. - Lead USAF Secretary-directed Unit Security Manager program review. Removed 29% of processes, saving 21 monthly man-hours per person world-wide.- Audited 3,347 positions; deleted 349 unnecessary requirements, increasing savings & effectiveness.- Trained new employees on Lean Six Sigma principles for qualification as Lead Analysts. Show less

  • Senior Manager, Manpower/Organization & Process Improvement (CPI)

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2019

  • Division Manager, Manpower Requirements, Personnel

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2017

  • Lead Analyst, Manpower Requirements & Process Improvement

    Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  • Manager, Fire Department Logistics & Operations

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2010
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  TS Tech Americas, Inc.

  May 2019 - Oct 2019

  Information Technology Business Process Analyst

  Identified current state of Information Technology business processes at 14 manufacturing plants in North America. Accomplishments:• Authored new business practices for corporate accounting and purchasing workflows.• Co-authored an implementation plan for the next generation Enterprise Resource Planning system.

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  City of Nelsonville

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2023

  City Manager

  Responsible for ensuring all city laws and ordinances were executed and city services were properly delivered to the community; supervised, developed, motivated, evaluated, and directed all city employees; kept the city council advised of the financial conditions and needs of the city and prepared and submitted proposed budgets for approval.- Managed 51 employees and $6M annual operating budget that served 5,373 citizens- Maintained four municipal parks, five square miles of streets, and treatment of water/wastewater- Negotiated, executed, and monitored union contracts for police, fire, and utility departmentsAccomplishments:• Authored and provided oversight of federal, state, local grants – performed cost analysis tracking on each project. • Managed all aspects of eight successful construction projects with a combined value of $42M.• Implemented 5S Lean methodology and standardized procedures city-wide – overhauled all administrative and operational processes.• Enforced adherence to strict EPA regulations for water production/distribution, wastewater collection/treatment.• Developed policy, safeguarded employees, and maintained the same high level of city services during COVID-19. Show less

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  Cirba Solutions

  Jan 2023 - Jun 2024

  Continuous Improvement Manager - Manufacturing Operations

  Responsible for implementing significant improvements in operational processes that drive productivity and quality; assess, monitor, and enhance organizational system performance using industry standard methods; establish procedures and norms for company operations; investigate/resolve shortfalls, issues, and complaints; train, mentor, and guide team members.-Directly support Global Logistics and plant operations-Collaborate with other stakeholders to enhance staff productivity and overall employee satisfaction-Serve as a catalyst for change during company acquisitions-Heavily involved with architecting operations, supply chain, and production forecasting within new ERP implementation-Expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 enterprise accounting and sales softwareAccomplishments:• Implemented a continuous improvement program that supported seven locations.• Engineered five warehouse layouts for maximum capacity and flow – 486K total square footage.• Implemented 5S Lean methodology and developed curriculum for a Yellow Belt course.• Created an end-to-end solution for Lithium-Ion recycling – reduced process to cash from 79 to 31 days.• Corrected battery sorting operations billing process – increased invoice accuracy from 92% to 99%.• Led 5S event creating 3,000 sq ft warehouse floor space – moved workstations to improve safety and flow.• Defined processes and standard operating procedures for shipping and receiving – realized $43K ROI. Show less

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  GSF Coating Specialists

  Jul 2024 - now

  Business Owner

  As the proud owner of a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, I lead a team dedicated to delivering high-performance industrial flooring solutions for warehouses, factories, logistics centers, and other demanding environments.We specialize in:- Epoxy coatings built to withstand heavy traffic and harsh chemicals- Concrete resurfacing and repair- Moisture mitigation and surface preparation- Safety markings and custom floor stripingWith a background in military service, I bring the same commitment to precision, reliability, and integrity into every project we take on. Whether it's a private facility or a government contract, our mission is to provide flooring systems that enhance safety, durability, and operational efficiency.Always open to connecting with general contractors, procurement officers, and facilities managers looking for a trusted partner in industrial flooring. Show less