Patrick Wesley

Experience

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  US Navy, Assault Craft Unit FOUR

  Nov 1998 - Oct 2007

  Production Maintenance Supervisor

  - Supervised 30 personnel in varying engineering specialties to repair radar, communication, electronics, structural, propulsion electrical and mechanical systems on Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) vehicles.- Planned and supervised post-deployment gas turbine engine inspections, system upgrades and structural repairs, complying with stringent Quality Assurance record keeping, surveillance, and audits to maximize reliability.- Applied experience in LCAC community to standardize repair parts utilization kits (PUK)to support overseas assets by identifying repair parts high failure rate and usage data.- Developed new and refined repair procedures to accommodate system upgrades and efficiency.- Supervised the removal, repair, and installation of TF40B and Sunstrand T-160 gas turbine engines, lift fan assemblies and bearings, propellers, bow thrusters, and aluminum welding processes utilizing Controlled and Formal Work Packages. Show less

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  US Navy, USS McFaul DDG -74

  Oct 2007 - Dec 2008

  Plant Engineering Manager

  - Manages and trains Engineering Department, comprised of 5 program Officers and 4 Supervisors, and 59 technicians in the safe and effective operation of Main Propulsion, Auxiliary, Electrical, and Damage Control equipment.- Supervises propulsion, electrical, mechanical, and environmental programs to ensure procedural compliance through directives, instructions, and fleet wide guidelines.- Expert Manager and Trainer. Utilizing keen organizational and training skills all encompassing engineering plant equipment and direct leadership resulted successful Congressional mandated Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) material inspection, ensuring highest level of readiness with a grade of 81.5%.- Improved and fostered a climate of learning with proven results; 17 promotions in a 15 month period.- Dedicated and Effective Trainer. Increased engineering plant operating proficiency and sustained operating station qualifications were a direct result of his execution of 500 observed equipment evaluations and 300 casualty control exercises.- Motivator. Encourages team members to set and achieve professional and personal goals, advocate of higher learning resulted in 48% promotion rate and the completion of 70 semester hours of college by 14 personnel. Show less

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  US Navy, Surface Warfare Officers School (SWOS)

  Feb 2009 - Feb 2013

  Data Systems Analyst/ Navy Technical Training Course Curriculum Manager

  - Provided human performance solutions and engineering curriculum development utilizing Six Sigma methodologies, trend analysis, and fleet training inspections to identify training shortfalls. - Executed partnership with Naval training commands to identify training shortfalls and student knowledge decay during shipboard inspections to ensure a continuous process for curriculum improvement.- Developed 8500 engineering level of knowledge questions to support platform to watch station alignment project, resulting in a notable increase of 80% pass rate spanning gas turbine, diesel engine, and steam turbine engineering plant operators. - Provided guidance and training to review Navy Training System Plans (NTSP), Front-End Analysis(FEA) to support initial and life cycle development cost to sustain Fleet training requirements.- Forward thinker, developed and implemented a domain-wide approach to identifying training weaknesses in top five areas of concern, developed 58 critical school surveys, managed eight teams of course managers for off-site performance assessments. - Key member of Managers' Internal Control Process in the development of project charters, facilitating meetings, creating agendas, and stakeholder coordination leading to improved process efficiency.- Recognized subject matter expertise and analytical supporter of Navy training and education initiatives in engineering gas turbine discipline. Proactive in Job Duty Task Analysis (JDTA) working group to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) required to perform with success.- Managed nine worldwide sites in the administration, operation and maintenance of engineering curriculum. Performed process mapping, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and quality control. - Achieved excellent communication and computer skills in Microsoft suite, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio to support executive level briefings and informed decision making. Show less

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  US Navy, TAD at TASK FORCE SAFE USF-I J7

  Nov 2011 - Nov 2012

  Data Analysis Manager

  - Established efficient and professional staff providing technical, administrative and logistical support for 70 personnel.- Facilitated 56 electricians, 12 analysts and 6 DoD civilians in reviewing 144,000 facility electrical inspections, providing quality evidence for trend analysis to inform executive decision-making, driving improvements to protect 100,000 military and civilian workforce.- Launched major safety campaign by applying survey techniques and statistical analysis to raise awareness 89% through the development and distribution of 97,175 media items. - Coordinated over 300 travel requests optimizing time critical modes of transportation.- Applied disciplined operational risk management to plan and execute the relocation of 54 personnel, $5.6 million in parts and communication assets across austere locations in Iraq.- Prepared executive and director level presentations using Microsoft suite, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word programs. Show less

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  US Navy, USS Gravely DDG 107

  Feb 2013 - Mar 2015

  Plant Engineering Manager

  - Managed and trained Engineering Department, comprised of 6 project officers, 5 supervisors, and 49 technicians in the safe and effective operation of Main Propulsion, Auxiliary, Electrical, and Damage Control equipment.- Orchestrated 580 equipment operating evaluations and 203 casualty control exercises to increase engineering plant operating proficiency and raise operating station qualifications resulting in exemplary Basic Phase training cycle.- Maintained propulsion, electrical, mechanical, and environmental programs to ensure procedural compliance through directives, instructions, and fleet wide guidelines.- Synthesized resources. Developed and scrutinized specialized educational and training course requirements which identified a 12 month projection to minimize shortfalls, resulted in a 85% manning level by scheduling 128 specialized training courses for 77 technicians.- Performed environmental policy and procedure review and mishap reporting; planned and executed coordinated training, live exercises and emergency drills to enhance organizational preparedness in environmental mishaps involving hazardous materials.- Managed and reviewed daily machinery records for abnormal operating conditions, hourly based maintenance requirements and accuracy to maintain engineering plant equipment at peak performance.- As Plant Control Officer, supervised and evaluated Engineering Officer of the Watch in procedural compliance, safety, environmental factors, and engineering plant management to ensure maximum reliability during high stress operations.- Prepared engineering personnel for major organizational inspections by providing detailed training in gas turbine theory and operating fundamentals, casualty control efforts, ancillary equipment operation, good order and housekeeping resulting in successful Light -Off Assessment (LOA) after 8 month Shipboard Restricted Availability (SRA)period. Show less

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  US Navy, Assault Craft Unit FOUR

  Mar 2015 - Feb 2018

  - Provided managerial oversight of production and administrative duties of 73 personnel assigned to Power Plant Division. Manages preventive and corrective maintenance of gas turbines, propeller and lift systems of 35 Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) vehicles.- Coordinated repair activities and performs casualty analysis; forecasts future requirements; establishes goals and priorities; plans, implements, and controls activities in compliance with orders and directives.- Created safe working environments through continuous monitoring, training, and compliance of directives, instructions, and local guidelines.- Instills motivation, empowerment, and counseling in professional and personal development of 73 person workforce.- Ensures strict quality assurance practices are adhered to reduce/or eliminate rework.- Trains personnel in gas turbine theory, propulsion systems, fuel and lube oil systems, and quality control measures.- Prepares correspondence, directives, and reports; maintains divisional training records; organizes and schedules training programs and evaluates their effectiveness.- Applies interpersonal and written communication skills for formal and informal presentations.- Resolves organizational conflicts and provide sound leadership in decision-making and policy compliance. Show less - Led 38 personnel in redefining business rules for corrective and preventive repairs, craft alterations, Fleet Modernization Program (FMP) and operational scheduling to support future Ship-to-Shore Connector program model.- Managed 15 production shops consisting of 230 personnel through 4 Fleet Modernization Programs and 7 Restricted Availability maintenance periods, resulting in 65% material readiness status, an increase of 26%.- Enhanced organizational structure, operational and maintenance processes to facilitate strategic change through Six Sigma methodologies necessary to formulate gap analysis utilizing barrier removal teams to examine cause and effect, leading to improved internal processes and communications. Show less

  • Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) Production Manager

    Sept 2015 - Feb 2018

  • Operations Maintenance Manager

    Mar 2015 - Sept 2015
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  Konecranes, Ports Division

  Nov 2017 - now

  Branch Manager

  - Manages operations and service to support marine container Port solutions resulting in continued commitment to our valued customers. - Manages warranty issues with timely resolution.- Liaison between component manufacturers and customers to conduct quality control and inspection measures to resolve potential safety and operational impacts.- Manages warehouse operations to ensure timely shipping and receiving to support customer operations.- Effectively manages HSE requirements to meet OSHA guidelines.- Conducts performance reviews, on boarding, and career development of workforce. Show less