Experience

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  Mount morris road district

  Jun 1981 - Jul 1985

  Heavy equipment operator

  • Experienced operator of motor graders, loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, snow plows, and mowing equipment.• Handled maintenance of roadways and right-away within assigned district, smoothing gravel surfaces, resurfacing blacktop surfaces and clearing snow under winter conditions.• Established and maintained effective working relationships with county and state officials when coordinating work requiring engineering support for bridge and culvert repair and replacement.• Responsible for safe and secure storage of heavy equipment. Performed scheduled/unscheduled maintenance of all vehicles, tools and equipment. Show less

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  Zedco incorporated

  Jul 1985 - Dec 1987

  Design draftsman

  • Produced detailed drawings and technical documents used in the production of components and sub-assemblies for Caterpillar motor graders and lift trucks.• Provided engineering change documents upon request while working with manufacturing to implement procedures for efficient production methods and processes.• Created detailed drawings for fixtures and jigs for optimizing the fabrication process in the assembly area as well as designing special punching and bending tools.• Provided technical support for Project Managers in the implementation of field projects.• Participated in weekly production meetings and brain storming sessions for planning. Show less

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  U.s. army

  Feb 1988 - Jun 2010

  • Served as the senior leader in an Aviation Maintenance Training Battalion Operations Division, synchronizing training between headquarters, companies and local government and civilian agencies.• Provided operational support and sustainment of 1,800 personnel while directing the daily activities of 14 Soldiers and 12 government and contract civilian employees and staff members.• Developed, planned, coordinated and executed operational orders for over 350 garrison, brigade and battalion level missions by analyzing organizational and manpower requirements and preparing conceptual plans and directives for all organizational operations.• Prepared and maintained written reports for weekly PowerPoint presentations in support of all Battalion Command and Staff meetings, articulating findings and recommendations for commanders in a clear and concise manner.• Oversaw all administrative and office operations to include supply orders, reviewing command investigations and other support service functions.• Provided guidance on regulations and procedures associated with separations, retirements, travel, awards, and other administrative functions. Experience and knowledge with various software applications to include Defense Travel System (DTS) and the Enlisted Personnel Management System (EPMS). Show less • Managed personnel assignments, training equipment, supply resources, and facilities for over 1900 students annually from two aviation Occupational Specialty training courses.• Sought quotes, prepared proposals, and requested funding for expanded tool and bench stock organization and storage for training facilities within the Propulsion & Power plant Division resulting in the acquisition of the most modern tool storage equipment and bench stock organization in use to date.• Conducted analytical studies involving position, personnel, and manpower management as well as proposed changes in organizational structure to streamline day-to-day operations.• Utilized a wide variety of analytical studies/projects and assignments related to manpower management, organization and mission, staffing standards and long-range planning.• Served as the SME for coordinating budgetary requirements for acquisition of new propulsion/power-train training aides, devices, simulators, and simulations, identifying, coordinating, developing, and monitoring training for support requirements, simulation, and Interactive Multimedia Instruction.• Supervised the instruction, review, update, and correction of 218 Training Support Packages and performance file numbers from the propulsion and power-train courses respectively.• Developed lesson plans and training packages while acting as the subject matter expert for all propulsion and power-train training and support activities, preparing recommendations for potential process and/or curriculum changes, developing new procedures and approaches to identify and resolve significant issues and problems. Show less • Served as the senior enlisted leader and Principal Advisor to the Commander on all issues related to the health, morale, and welfare of the enlisted force. • Independently planned, directed and synchronized unit activities and logistics support during split-based operations at COB Speicher and FOB Warrior, Iraq, continuously adjusting plans and personnel manning to successfully accomplish over 600 combat missions in 15 month period.• Prepared evaluations, special reports, and records pertaining to aircraft crew training and maintenance.• Reviewed all operation orders from higher headquarters, interpreting all directives and instructions required for unit compliance and mission accomplishment.• Managed administrative and office operations to include supply orders, reviewing command investigations and other support service functions. Provided guidance on regulations and procedures associated with separations, retirements, travel, awards, and other administrative functions.• Designated point of contact for after-hours emergencies ranging from law enforcement response to medical and personal emergencies. Primary information conduit between company, post, and local emergency services offices. Show less • Supervised and coordinated aircraft component repairs and technical inspection activities for airframe, engine, hydraulics, power-train, and welding repair shops consisting of 25 personnel and 5 military occupational specialties.• Scheduled and tracked man-hours, parts and facilities to maximize aircraft availability for sustained combat operations in support of combat operations in Iraq.• Formulated and executed a plan to integrate personnel and equipment to operate autonomously within a battalion task force in support of two major pre-deployment training exercises• Served as Convoy Commander on numerous DART, LOGPAC, and vehicle recovery missions throughout Kuwait and Iraq during the early stages of OIF I.• Designed and operated a crew served and small arms weapons qualification range in the Kuwaiti desert to qualify all battalion personnel during the initial deployment to Camp Udairi.• Managed a fleet of 18 vehicles ranging from 40 foot tractor-trailers to 10K forklifts, providing support for all unit resupply missions. Show less • Performed as the aviation maintenance manager in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF I), Afghanistan. Managed scheduled/unscheduled maintenance of 24 AH-64 and OH-58 helicopters, supporting over 3000 flight hours.• Resourced, tracked, and monitored aviation parts through item managers and the Defense Logistics Agency.• Prepared and implemented plans and programs for tracking the service life of all Task Force aircraft parts and components during split base operations at Bagram Airfield and Kandahar, Afghanistan.• Maintained inventory control and storage/distribution of aircraft repair parts valued at more than $80 million. Show less • Supervised the repair, replacement and inspection of aircraft structural components according to blueprints, technical manuals and safety procedures.• Stood up a Task Force Safety Program upon while deployed to Kosovo in support of Operation Joint Guardian. Commended by the Task Force and Base Commander for exceeding OSHA workplace and EPA environmental standards resulting in zero injuries during the entire six month deployment.• Planned work schedules and sequence of operations for all assigned personnel. Set in-shop priorities and determined the number and type of personnel required to accomplish job assignments.• Trained subordinates in work methods and procedures, proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment, safety regulations and technical manuals.• Provided training on the fabrication of structural parts and forming blocks when shaping metal using stretching, shrinking, and other metal forming techniques. Show less • Supervised aviation unit (AVUM), intermediate (AVIM) and depot maintenance on aircraft components, aviation communications and other electronic/electrical systems associated with Army aircraft. Managed aircraft component and avionics repair and technical inspection activities.• Determined man-hours, personnel, parts and facility requirements to repair aircraft components, avionics and associated equipment.• Planned aircraft maintenance areas, component and avionics repair shops, and facilities.• Supervised the repair, replacement and inspection of aircraft structural components according to blueprints, technical manuals and safety procedures.• Instructed subordinates on aircraft component and avionics repair and technical inspection techniques and procedures according to directives, technical manuals, work standards, and operational policies.• Supervised the component and avionics repair technical training program while maintaining supply economy and discipline.• Prepared evaluations, special reports and records pertaining to aircraft component repair and related activities as well as recommending and administering plans and policies. Show less • Supervised the inspection, service and repair of Army aircraft structural components to include stringers, longerons, bulkheads, beams and aircraft skin according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures.• Directed subordinates on the fabrication of structural parts, forming blocks and shaping metal using stretching, shrinking, and other metal forming techniques as well as mixing and applying fiberglass materials.• Provided technical guidance on the following; emergency and permanent repairs to transparent plastic windows and enclosures; use of common measuring tools, precision measuring gages and alignment fixtures to perform structural repairs; balancing of fixed-wing aircraft controls such as flags and ailerons; mixing and applying primers and paints to aircraft surfaces; applying corrosion control treatment to aircraft metals; requisition and maintenance of bench stock for repair of aircraft structures; maintaining facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials; operator maintenance on common and special tools; preparing forms and records related to aircraft and ground support equipment maintenance. Show less • Worked independently, contacting, interviewing, and advising civilian personnel to obtain qualified applicants for enlistment into the Army.• Contacted representatives of schools, public officials, personnel managers, parents of prospective applicants, religious and civil leaders, and others to present the Army as an employment and career opportunity.• Presented formal and informal talks on advantages of the Army at civic and service organizations and student bodies. Distributed and displayed recruiting publicity material while establishing liaisons with local radio, television, and newspaper agencies. Wrote, edited, and presented recruiting material for use by local communications agencies.• Evaluated applicants' occupational, educational, and psychological background to determine Army programs with specific individual appeal. Explained occupational and organizational structure of the Army to applicants, parents, and interested groups of individuals.• Administered and scored screening physical examinations and enlisted screening tests of applicants while counseling applicants with regard to reasonable occupational aspirations within the Army. • Assisted in the administration of the Armed Services Vocational Battery (ASVAB) and explains results to school officials and students.• Gathered individual data and prepared forms and documents incident to enlistment processing.• Twice recognized as the top recruiter in recruiting battalion covering a two state area. Show less • Repairs and replaces aircraft structural components to include stingers, longerons, bulkheads, beams and aircraft skin according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures.• Fabricates structural parts, forming blocks and shapes metal using stretching, shrinking, and other metal forming techniques.• Mixes and applies fiberglass materials. Makes emergency and permanent repairs to transparent plastic windows and enclosures.• Uses common measuring tools, precision measuring gages and alignment fixtures to perform structural repairs.• Balances fixed-wing aircraft controls such as flags and ailerons. Mixes and applies primers and paints to aircraft surfaces. Applies corrosion control treatment to aircraft metals.• Requisitions and maintains shop and bench stock for repair of aircraft structures. Maintains facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials.• Uses and performs operator maintenance on common and special tools. Prepares forms and records related to aircraft maintenance. Show less

  • Battalion Operations NCOIC

    Jun 2009 - Jun 2010

  • Division Chief - U.S. Army Aviation Logistics School (USAALS)

    Jun 2008 - May 2009

  • First Sergeant

    Jan 2006 - May 2008

  • Platoon Sergeant

    Feb 2004 - Dec 2005

  • Platoon Sergeant/Production Control NCOIC

    Dec 2002 - Jan 2004

  • Maintenance Supervisor/Technical Inspector

    Jan 2000 - Dec 2002

  • Component Repair Supervisor/Technical Inspector

    Dec 1998 - Dec 1999

  • Airframe Repair Section Supervisor

    Aug 1996 - Dec 1998

  • Field Recruiter

    Aug 1993 - Aug 1996

  • Aircraft Structural Repairman

    Feb 1988 - Jul 1993
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  Pal services

  Jun 2010 - Dec 2012

  Logistics analyst

  • Responsible for providing direct staff support to Weapon Systems Program Managers (WSPMs) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Cells including participation in conference calls, meetings, inquiries, status updates, and data calls.• Perform weekly review of B-2 and B-52 mission critical items impacting aircraft mission capability (MICAP) rates. Process Weapon System Supportability and Analysis data pulls to pinpoint and assess the health of all active MICAP backorders.• Monitor readiness drivers and critical projects including Mission Capability, Central Command Aircraft on the Ground (CENTCOM AOG), and Customer Targeted Outcome (CTO) projects.• Conduct data mining, analysis & report development, updating Customer Targeted Outcome (CTO) lists supporting internal directorate analysis projects. Manipulate and refine data using Excel and Access to produce actionable reports and PowerPoint presentations.• Performed War Room activities including meeting preparation, data research, chart building, report distribution, and data archiving.• Prepared Pareto analysis, trend and root cause analysis, supply chain partner analysis, and other special analysis tasks supporting routine Customer Focused Metrics (CFM) and CRM Cell and targeted outcome metrics/trend analysis.• Twice awarded monetary bonuses for outstanding leadership and exceptional performance. Show less

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  Fluor government group (fgg)

  Nov 2012 - Aug 2013

  Operations supervisor/project management

  • Serves as an Operations Supervisor and Senior Staff Member at a large Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Afghanistan, leading and supervising 435 Fluor personnel, 337 subcontractors, and 437 Afghan Local Nationals as a part of the Logistic Civilian Augmentee Program (LOGCAP).• Monitors and tracks assignments on all trades, support, logistics, operations, vehicle & generator maintenance, fuel mission, dining facility and Moral Welfare and Recreation (MWR) in the area of operations.• Provides guidance, training and assistance to personnel with technical support on all issues regarding work orders, faults with equipment and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). • Coordinates, establishes and monitors all of the various operational support requirements to maintain operational availability of shop operations, such as requisition, receipt and turn-in of parts/equipment, repair of line replacement units, movement of equipment and parts in theater. • Provides continuous support for the Environmental, Safety and Health Program for all Fluor Personnel and contractors at FOB Fenty. • Supervises and supports preventive and corrective maintenance, test, troubleshooting and repair or replacement of defective components of all Fluor (LC) and Military (PM) assign equipment such as HVAC, washing & dryer machines and reefers.• Executes daily tasks involving project operations strategies and activities while recommending measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of product and services, while continuing to suggest changes in working conditions to increase efficiency. Show less

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  Rochelle foods (hormel corp)

  Feb 2014 - now

  Maintenance engineer

  • Direct maintenance activities for two major departments for all assigned plant production equipment so that production schedules and quality objectives are achieved.• Assure all preventive maintenance schedules for assigned building, equipment, and machinery are completed on time and as directed. Set up preventive maintenance schedules for new equipment and machinery to ensure maximum up-time and extended life.• Minimize plant mechanical delay by identifying problem areas and recommending corrective actions to reduce and eliminate mechanical delay.• Ensure maintenance personnel are properly selected and trained, while developing and enhancing their skills so that troubleshooting and repair activities are completed in a timely and professional manor.• Control maintenance related costs by efficiently scheduling hourly personnel and tracking parts and supply inventory costs to keep them at a minimum.• Achieve safety objectives by assuring the proper and safe operation of all plant and facility utilities and equipment.• Assure compliance of all company and plant policies, statutory codes, and regulatory requirements to include OSHA, EPA and all other environmental and safety regulations.• Effectively communicate and coordinate with other departments and shifts.Actively participate in the CIP process including department meetings, CIP committees’ involvement and initiation of team meetings and goal setting sessions.• Assure timely and accurate completion of all administrative duties in accordance with established requirements.• Participate in the budgeting process by providing input on plant equipment and facility needs.• Fulfill requirements of the roles and responsibilities as a maintenance supervisor for the reliability and manufacturing excellence process. Show less