Over 20 years of military and civilian experience managing/supervising in manufacturing, Physical Security, resource protection, program/project management, and personnel management. I am experienced in directing and coordinating programs/projects, while also managing personnel directly supporting the programs. I am trained in quality management to include customer service, organizational and self-assessment, creative problem solving, benchmarking and team building.

 

Areas of Expertise

·              Strategic Planning— Contributes to the overall success of projects/set goals by seeing the bigger picture and knowing how to break deliverables down into manageable tasks, .

·              Project Management—skilled in setting priorities, establishing timelines, and finding solutions to issues before becoming problematic. Proven track record in serving as a manager, subject matter expert and organizational advisor, while coordinating several projects between government and contract entities on multi-million dollar CNIC awarded projects. 

·              Mishap Investigator - Experienced mishap investigation. Served two tours of duty in US Navy law enforcement, where investigations and fact-finding are an integral part of job scope.

·              Effective Team Leadership—employs patience and perseverance, adapting to cultural differences maximizing team contributions, while building a culture of teamwork. exemplary leadership abilities complimented by honesty, integrity, and possess the ability to make split-second decisions in unpredictable situations. 

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

 

Sierra Army Depot, Herlong, CA, October 2015 – Present

 

Duties:  Manage numerous programs, projects and procedures within Industrial Base of Operations (IBO), including planning, costing, customer coordination, directing and forecasting to support those programs utilizing Logistics Modernization Program (LMP) and System Applications and Programs (SAP) software.  Duties include but not limited to the following:

 

·  extensive coordination and interfacing between all Directorates within SIAD, Army Materiel Command (AMC) and contractors to ensure accuracy of data, program set-up and long-range implementation;

·  evaluate LMP data to track status of logistics projects, including finances and man hours spent to accomplish the projected goal, as well as building bill of materials and operational routes;

·  use practical applications of the principles of logistics, the methods and regulations, tools and standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to manage projects;

·  customer coordination up to and including Department of the Army level when required;

·  under minimal guidance, responsible for analyzing and executing tasks related to detailed goals for the planned project, including start and completion dates, project cost management, quantity, schedules and quality;

·  review usage of established funds to ensure proper allocation;

·  create phasing plans, including multi-year material and labor budgets, for revenue recognition of material currently under procurement for specific WBS’s;

·  work with IBO Directorate to review projects when completed to ensure adherence to the goals and guidelines of the organization and ensure all objectives have been met.

 

During In-Process Review (IPR), make formal oral and written presentations to advise Depot Command and TACOM of specific problems and to provide recommendations to rectify those issues in preparation for Inspector General Review.

 

Serve as the cradle to grave Program Manager and Depot Point of Contact (POC) for the following Man/Reman, Reset, and Logistics projects: Husky Mounted Detection System (HMDS), Integrated Base Defense (IBD), reset of the M149A2 (Water Buffalo), Tactical Water Purification System (TWPS), Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit (ROWPU), and a variety of other complex programs. Some projects may have multiple customers. Current customers include TACOM, US Army Reserve, Army National Guard, and Terrestrial Sensors. Current workload consisting of over 18M that covers 12 individual projects. 

 

Participate in high-level production meetings, strategic planning meetings and/or conference calls with the Depot Command, Directorates of the organization, external vendors and customers to answer questions, identify critical issues, coordinate objectives and resolve problems.
 

Responsible for meeting demand for secondary (Class IX) and end items (Class VII) related to Pre-shop Analysis, Storage Preparation, Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS), manufacturing, re-manufacturing, RESET and standard depot operations (SDO).

 

Anticipate unusual situations, including project carry over, and provide a plan for program and budget adjustments, if needed.

 

Analyze Army regulations and SOP’s to determine operational and financial impacts on various programs.

 

Evaluate, interpret and monitor compliance with policies and Technical Manuals (TM), and take corrective action when implementation problems arise.

 

Possess adequate knowledge of engineering to distinguish between logistics and engineering problems and the ability to provide recommendations to correct such problems.

 

Extremely knowledgeable of shop capabilities, equipment, labor and material service contracts, production employee skills and abilities.

 

Extremely knowledgeable in LMP procedures and processes related to SIADs interaction with AMC and Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC), including exporting data into Microsoft Excel to create numerous project material and labor breakdown reports for Depot Command, TACOM and various Directorates.

 

Coordinate with various shops to balance supply and demand to meet customer expectations and Depot goals, including monitoring the status of work in progress to identify possible delays, excessive costs or potential overruns.

 

Using management mentoring skills acquired during my tenure in this position and the private sector, I have shown a proven ability to prioritize and monitor projects to maximize on-time delivery, including maintaining constant contact with team members, providing guidance as needed, and helping to maintain a congenial working environment.

 

Using discretion and judgment, interpret guidelines to provide recommendations for solutions and streamline processes, policies and procedures across organizational lines to ensure compliance with various regulations.

 

Sinclair Systems Wenatchee, WA,  July 2014 – October 2015 

reference: Endy Ifeanyi, 509-393-0279, endyi@sinclair-intl.com, ) 

 
 

Plant Production Supervisor. Directly supervises 20 operations personnel in (2/3 shifts) in the production of micro-labels on three Flexography presses. Directs and coordinates the activities of Shift Leads, Press Operators, Pre-press, packer/rewind, and shipping personnel. Assigns schedules, approves time cards and is responsible for employee evaluations. Enforce all company directed policies, procedures, assures employees are trained in all aspects of Lockout Tag out safety procedures, and that machinery is in compliance with preventive maintenance requirements. Tracks continuous improvement lean opportunities to establish efficiencies and provide leadership/action plans for improvement. Reviews the production schedule daily and implements alternate scheduling, where possible for cost/waste efficiency and to achieve on time delivery. Coordinates activities related to process/system improvements. Provides input on staffing requirements. Interviews, and trains or assists with personnel on boarding processes. Maintains operations data, such as up time/down time, waste accrued, overall production, and prepares productivity/quality OEE reports for management. Implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, and efficiency. Conducts planned and random inspections of materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions. Facilitates the professional development of shift leads, team members, and monitors/tracks plant wide cross-training for all employees. Effectively communicates with management and/or employees to resolve employee problems, complaints, or grievances.

Responsible for conducting mishap investigations and implementing safety controls to prevent future incidents from occurring. Achieved a plant production record for the month of January, 2015 for production output in a one month time period, as well as exceeded all year over year production projections for 11 of the last 12 months and successfully completed all ISO/BRC inspections.

 

 

International Paper   Yakima, WA May 2013 – June 2014 Reference: Alejandro Fabian, 805-312-5915, alejandro.fabian@ipaper.com) 

 

Provided Leadership on the operating floor and strived for compliance in safety, health, environmental, waste and quality. Additionally responsible for coaching, training, and development of 20 (Union) operations personnel in safety, quality, production, problem solving, and technical and interpersonal communication skills; Address key issues, concerns, and Labor issues; As well as interact with employees from other departments to ensure quality, on-time production and shipping. I reported directly to the Plant Manager on all internal plant reports on production that included; waste, quality and personnel. Ensured that all International Paper directed plans, policies, and procedures are implemented and followed by all hourly employees and contractors. Planned, assigned and directed work for all hourly production employees; appraised performance, provided feedback as needed; and assisted in resolving complaints. Ensured that all personnel received and followed appropriate Lockout Tag safety training on all applicable machinery required to perform maintenance actions. Provided direction, mentorship and discipline to all shift employees, responsible for personnel performance evaluations, and daily approvals of time cards. Drafted and submitted work orders to the maintenance department to conduct Preventative and Corrective Maintenance on (3) Flexo Folder Gluers, (2) Die Cuts, Baler, and all associated equipment  Assured conformance of work in progress and finished goods product to company, industry, and customer specifications at minimum cost and optimum efficiency. Ensured quality expectations were followed and met on a daily basis. Made certain that best practices are being followed for minimization of waste at all machine centers. Tracked continuous improvement opportunities where performance issues are apparent and provide leadership/action plans for gap closure. Identified repairs needed at machine centers and create work requests for completion; follow up as required.

 

Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc.  Bangor, Washington February 2012 – April 2013 Reference: Hugh Burt, 615-815-9623, hughburt73@msn.com  

Section Supervisor. Navy Region Northwest Section Supervisor for all Honeywell work associated with Navy ATFP Ashore Program. Directly responsible for the day to day operations of 6 Honeywell Technicians and 4 subcontractors in carrying out all requirements as outlined in the NAVFAC Anti-terrorism Force Protection (ATFP) Global Sustainment Task Order for preventative and corrective maintenance. I Provided ATFP, military public safety, facilities management and public works-related support or interface. Knowledgeable in NAVFAC ATFP Technologies, NAVFAC Processes, and Government Contracting Procedures. Provided extensive daily interface and coordination with Regional, Installation, and NAVFAC staffs in seven military locations (to include public works and ROICC) and multiple 3rd party contractors. Planned and coordinated with Honeywell technicians and the staff from the 7 Navy installations in Region for planned maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM) on the following Anti-terrorism Force protection equipment items: Giant Voice (GV), Physical Security Access control (PSAC) systems, Regional Operations Centers, Emergency Operations Centers, Regional Dispatch Centers, Swing Arms, Gates, Turnstiles, barrier systems, and Monitors. Provided security updates to associated customer servers, networks and information systems. Responsible for drafting Preventative Maintenance (PM) schedules for all ATFP equipment located throughout the Navy Region, while also, coordinating with the customers on these installations to prevent any disruption to normal operations. I provided weekly reports to customer and senior management on status of operations, project progress, regional issues, manpower, and equipment status. Directed technician response and plans assignments for all trouble tickets submitted into the Remedy system. Supplied updates into Remedy for tracking action items that could not be immediately corrected. Created a local plan of action and milestones (POA&M) to ensure the successful completion of all action items, tasks, and open maintenance tickets. Routinely met with the customers (Regional Emergency Management Officer, Regional Dispatch Manager and Operations Officer, Security Officers, Security Specialists, ROICC and Public Works personnel, and Facilities Engineering Command Team Lead (FECTL) to ensure that Honeywell Technicians and Subcontractors were meeting all expectations of the Region.

 

Naval Postgraduate School, (NPS) Monterey CA                              October 2010 – February 2012

Reference: Dave Yeager 559-904-5699, david.yeager1@navy.mil)  

 

.Site Manager, Physical Security Specialist, and Anti-Terrorism Officer (civil servant) I directed the Physical Security and Antiterrorism/Force protection program for NPS and Naval Support Activity (NSA) Monterey in concert with Navy Region Southwest, CNIC, and the Navy ATFP Ashore Program. I provided Navy ATFP, military public safety, facilities management and public works-related support or interface. Expert in NAVFAC ATFP Technologies, related NAVFAC Processes, Government Contracting Procedures. Used MS Office Suite, and MS Project. I maintained extensive daily interface and coordination with Regional, Installation, and NAVFAC staffs (to include public works and ROICC) and multiple 3rd party contractors. Additionally directed and monitored Support Services programs and policies including: Physical Security Services, Pass and Identification, Entry Control Point, Armory/Ready for Issue, Supply and Logistics, Training, Administrative Support Services, additionally, I was responsible for all Human Resource issues related to the subordinate security staff. Achievements: Developed new installation plans and policies pertaining to the Antiterrorism/Force Protection mission, (i.e.: Law Enforcement, Criminal Investigation, Access Control, Security Management and Training).

 

Systems Applications and Technologies (SATECH) San Diego, CA Apr June 2009 – October 2010

 

Facilities Engineering Command Team Lead (FECTL). Routed task order planning packages prepared by NAVFAC HQ ATFP Ashore PMO to appropriate FEC IPT nucleus for assignment of a project manager that led to the development of the regional Request for Proposal (RFP). I provided ongoing ATFP, military public safety, facilities management, and public works-related support. I provided extensive daily interface and coordination with Regional, Installation, and NAVFAC staffs in all locations (to include public works and ROICC) and multiple 3rd party contractors. Coordinated with Echelon III, NAVFAC HQ and then NAVFAC Engineering Service Center (ESC) Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) on any task order planning or execution issues. Provided periodic program and project updates to Echelon III as required. Coordinated “Reach-back” Technical Support from NAVFAC HQ ATFP Ashore PMO through then-Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) as required. Assisted in the identification of requirements for separate construction contracts to include coordination with Area Regional Engineer (ARE) Team for funding of these projects. I assisted the installation public works department (PWDs), with resolution of contract issues. Received PIM-MAC Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) submissions from the PWD ACO and distributed to appropriate Points of Contact for evaluation. Monitored and tracked CDRLs to completion. Developed and maintained Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) on all work required for Navy ATFP equipment installation and Initial Operational Capability (IOC). I Advised leadership of potential conflicts effecting IOC that could not be resolved locally, to include developing recommended Courses of Action (COAs). Monitored corrective maintenance service call status and any escalated maintenance actions.

Police Department Deputy Precinct Commander, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Washington DC   January 2005 – June 2007  

 

Deputy Precinct Commander for the Washington Navy Yard (WNY). Responsible for Public Safety in the WNY to include the daily operation, personnel administration, guidance, mentorship and daily schedule of 43 military and 85 civilian Union Department of Defense (DoD) Law Enforcement personnel, while additionally acting as Precinct ATFP and Physical Security Programs officer. I oversaw a variety of installation access control and parking programs, including Pass and ID Office, the Defense Biometric System, Vehicle/ Pedestrian Access System, Rapid Gate, and the Vehicle and Personnel Access System. I interfaced daily with regional, installation, and NAVFAC staffs (to include public works and ROICC) and multiple 3rd party contractors. I conducted antiterrorism threat assessments that included: public buildings, access points, fence lines and barriers, to evaluate security and vulnerability with respect to public safety. Trained, supervised and ensured both military and civilian personnel were qualified for assignments and received continuing education to increase both security and personnel capabilities. Assisted in the development, planning, and execution of drill packages designed to enhance performance during emergent situations. Responsible for Antiterrorism (AT) technology development and expeditious application of new technology to meet installations AT needs Served as AT Working Group member and worked with Federal agencies, military services, state and local law enforcement agencies to develop standardized guidelines and procedures for emergency responses. Developed briefings for senior level executives to include the commanding officer and attend such briefings to provide advice and guidance for all aspects of the AT//Force Protection program.

 

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

**OSHA 30

Forklift Certification

 

EDUCATION

Floyd Central High School, Greenville, IN; 1988 High School Diploma

Vincennes University, Vincennes, IN; No Degree in 2004; 12 Semester Hours

Central Texas College, Killeen, TX; No Degree in 1995; 6 Semester Hours

 

MILITARY PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Anti-Terrorism Officer Level 2, 40hrs, 8-07; Hazardous Material Control and Management Course, 40hrs, 3-07; Federal Emergency Management Agency, 8 courses, 5-06; Navy Law Enforcement Specialist, 160hrs, 2-96; Correctional Counselor, 160hrs, 11-03; Leading Chief Petty Officer Leadership Course; 40hrs, 7-07, Safety Programs Afloat Course, 40hrs, 6-07; Armed Sentry/Reaction Force-Advanced Course, 120hrs, 6-07; Joint Fleet Quality Assurance Officer/Supervisor, 40hrs, 2-07; Senior Enlisted Damage Control Course, 240hrs, 10-01; Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Defense Specialist, 80hrs, 8-01.

 

PROFESSIONAL RATINGS, AWARDS, AND RECOGNITIONS

Joint Service Commendation Medal 10-05; Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal 04-09; Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal 01-07; Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal 04-03; Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal 07-01;

 

COMPUTER SKILLS

MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office, Project, Outlook, ESAMS, LMP, SAP Systems Software