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Jacksonville, Florida, United States

-Lead a high-volume packaging site producing over 2 million pounds of finished material daily -Manage raw material inventory levels to ensure the site has adequate stock for the production schedule.-Spearheaded project to bring raw material logistics in house which saved $20K per month and increased business continuity for the site.-Improved line efficiency on 60lb & 80lb product lines 40% and 50% respectively by using six sigma processes to identify areas of improvement.-Increased plant communications by developing a daily team connect for each shift to discuss performance, opportunities of improvement, & safety-Established performance & safety metrics used to gauge site productivity & reoccurring safety concerns.

Washington, North Carolina, United States

-Created and fostered a culture of trust by having routine roundtable discussions with team mates to better understand areas needing improvement throughout the business.-Implemented process improvement plan that increased plant efficiency from 45% to 105% in nearly all areas of plant operations by increasing the capability of moving lines-Reduced behind schedule from 2400 hours to less than 100 hours by working with internal and external suppliers to increase raw material supply which ensures jobs can be completed without delays or overtime-Accomplished our new factory volume stream process as designed, prompting a yield of 45% increased production. -Exceeded projected years earnings by over $0.5M and doubled second and third quarter earnings for 2022

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

-Championed the leadership and oversight of the Furnishings function, which is the largest work area of the plant, including 19 Work Cells-Governed nearly 100 contractors and anywhere between 70-80+ direct and indirect reports.-Spearheaded the strategic direction of team while directing the proper allocation of resources in alignment with mission and capabilities.-Navigated the team through the capturing of Boeing's Chairman Safety Award for Safety compliance.-Introduced over 30+ Safety and Production improvements while simultaneously driving 10 safety projects in which had been deemed critical to the prevention of body injury.-Touted as a notable leader after outperforming prior productivity percentages by 50% with half the labor as compared to HQ best-of-class team.-Embodied the role of the Factory Site Repair approval focal (Maximo Focal) and Management Material Representative (MMR Focal) for quality mechanic product self-inspection.-Lauded by the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Employer Support of The Guard and Reserve, ESGR recognition - 2019.-Secured the Boeing Patent Award: “TOOLING DEVELOPMENT FOR MY BUCKET “OHC” MOVING LINE”; Led team to achieve quality compliance of 98.9% YTD, three consecutive years.-Completed a Special 9 -Month Assignment: Nine Month assignment in the Industrial Engineering.-Embodied the role of an Interim VP of Operations during the 2018-2019 years while the organization sought a suitable full-time replacement.-Ensured the operations remained in full audit readiness and in full compliance with FAA Regulations

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

-Assembled and led a team of 25 through the fabrication, assembly, and installation of 787 stow bin structures. IE: Over Head Storage compartments, Stowbin, Structures for the storage compartments.-Produced a more than 8% increase in productivity by utilizing Lean Manufacturing techniques.-Generated a 34% improvement in productivity in the stowbins manufacturing cell.-Amplified the year-to-date quality improvement reduction percentage while increasing production efficiency. • Established the departmental vision and developed strategies to achieve all productivity goals.-Successfully transitioned eighteen contractors to Boeing Blue Badge employees by leading the team through the Contractor hiring process.-Facilitated a robust four-week training in which resulted in the strategic placement of teammates into work cells with assigned Manager.-Established work priorities to meet obligations for schedule and installations.

Lake Placid, Florida, United States

-Restored and repaired classic cars and trucks from minor body, interior, electrical, and motor repairs to complete frame off restoration, including paint, body work and welding. -Managed all aspects of business including 15 employees and 8 contractors.

Lake Placid, Florida, United States

-Built a thriving business in the restoration and repair of boats, campers, pools, above ground storage tanks, and other fiberglass products. -Established a business from conception to implementation and built an outstanding reputation and operation employing more than 20 employees. -Developed working relationships with vendors, related businesses, state, city and county officials and law, fire, and health services.