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Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area

Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area

Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area

Beaufort Sc.

Supervised the professional and personal development of all Marines in the Power Line Division. Ensured the proper procedures were followed in the execution of the following programs: o Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Programo Plane Captain (PC) Programo Fuel Surveillance Programo Tire and Wheel Programo Maintenance Training Program• Executed critical decision-making skills to ensure the correct personnel were employed in each area of responsibility• Supervised all maintenance performed by the Powerline Division to ensure strict compliance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs (NAMP) and all Technical Publications• Performed in-process inspections during critical stages of maintenance to ensure quality in procedures• Ensured the proper training of Collateral Duty Inspectors (CDI’s) to ensure strict compliance with the NAMP in all maintenance procedures• Performed Daily Inspections of aircraft for the flight schedule and provided technical training to current and future Plane Captains (PC’s), ensuring the safety of the aircraft• Successfully trained, qualified, and boarded approximately 40 Plane Captains (PC’s), adding to the overall readiness of both squadrons• Successfully trained and qualified approximately 30 Collateral Duty Inspectors (CDI’s) further adding to the readiness of both squadrons

Beaufort, South Carolina, United States

Improved the QA Department’s prevention of mishaps by implementing an in-depth enhanced Education, Testing, and Certification Program for our squadron’s Maintenance Department of over 200 Marines by utilizing the experience received during 11+ years as a QAR• Prevented deficiencies in all areas of aircraft maintenance operations through inspection and inspecting inspectors.• Organized training, mentoring, development, and well-being of four SNCO, six NCO, and two Non-NCO staff members under my direct supervision• Led group discussions, critiquing and assisting subordinates in proper, professional oral and written communication in regard to aircraft maintenance operations• Prepared Efficiency Evaluations and Commendations for Marines under my care• Directly supervised the proper Managing and Monitoring of 42 Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs and Processes to ensure they were in full compliance with all technical publications, Aircraft Maintenance Advisories, and Local Command Procedures• Trained and certified Quality Assurance Representatives (QAR’s), Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representatives (CDQAR’s), and Collateral Duty Inspectors (CDI’s) for our squadron• Maintained a detailed working knowledge of all U.S. Navy sponsored aviation maintenance programs and processes• Incorporated indoctrination training to Marines on their responsibilities in the Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs and Processes• Validated critical testing, training, and certification of maintenance personnel, and ensured each Marine was in compliance with Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs

Beaufort, South Carolina, United States

The FA-18 Quality Assurance Representative for VMFA(AW)-224 and VMFA(AW)-242. Researched, studied, and increased my understanding of the Quality Assurance Department of the FA-18 squadron, thus improving our department’s ability to create solutions to common and uncommon challenges in all QA monitored programs by implementing additional training and oversight as needed.• Reviewed incoming technical publications and directives to determine their application to the maintenance department• Assisted in the training and certification of production personnel, developing a new training and certification schedule to help ensure our Marines were at their highest readiness and ability to perform at an exceptional level of expertise at all times• Consistently and expertly prepared for and conducted all audits directed by Quality Assurance or scheduled in the Monthly Maintenance Plan (MMP)• Reviewed qualifications and readiness of personnel nominated to become Collateral Duty Inspectors (CDI) and Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representatives (CDQAR). Provided accurate and in-depth recommendations to the Command, as deemed appropriate• Assisted in preparation of Naval Aviation Maintenance Discrepancy Report Program (NAMDRP) Reports. Reviewed all report entries for accuracies, ensuring needed corrections were made prior to distribution• Provided CDIs with technical support on inspections, providing guidance and evaluation of their performance

Iwakuni, Japan

Took the initiative with own training, learning all I could about the new role I was in, and how I could best serve our Marines. Subsequently undertook a significant amount of Division Chief’s load, enabling Powerline to utilize all members of the team to the best of their ability. As the Powerline Supervisor, I:• Assisted the Powerline Division Chief train, qualify, administer to, and conduct necessary testing for general requirements of all Marines assigned to the Powerline Division of our squadron• Made recommendations for proficiency and conduct grades, FITREPs and Awards• Coordinated all daily maintenance tasks for 14 aircraft• Instructed junior Marines in aircraft maintenance procedures, safety procedures, and guided their professional and personal development• Supervised all major maintenance actions and conducted final inspection of all maintenance as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) on components critical for safety of flight

Iwakuni, Japan

The FA-18 Quality Assurance Representative for VMFA(AW)-224 and VMFA(AW)-242. Researched, studied, and increased my understanding of the Quality Assurance Department of the FA-18 squadron, thus improving our department’s ability to create solutions to common and uncommon challenges in all QA monitored programs by implementing additional training and oversight as needed.• Reviewed incoming technical publications and directives to determine their application to the maintenance department• Assisted in the training and certification of production personnel, developing a new training and certification schedule to help ensure our Marines were at their highest readiness and ability to perform at an exceptional level of expertise at all times• Consistently and expertly prepared for and conducted all audits directed by Quality Assurance or scheduled in the Monthly Maintenance Plan (MMP)• Reviewed qualifications and readiness of personnel nominated to become Collateral Duty Inspectors (CDI) and Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representatives (CDQAR). Provided accurate and in-depth recommendations to the Command, as deemed appropriate• Assisted in preparation of Naval Aviation Maintenance Discrepancy Report Program (NAMDRP) Reports. Reviewed all report entries for accuracies, ensuring needed corrections were made prior to distribution• Provided CDIs with technical support on inspections, providing guidance and evaluation of their performance• Analyzed all messages for Maintenance Occupational Specialty (MOS) related information and disbursed appropriately• Conducted final inspections upon completion of tasks requiring certification by QARs• Oversaw quarterly review of all related program manager binders• Certified that contractor and field maintenance teams were briefed about Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Program requirements and reported discrepancies to the FOD Prevention Program Manager

Iwakuni, Japan

Took the initiative with own training, learning all I could about the new role I was in, and how I could best serve our Marines. Subsequently undertook a significant amount of Division Chief’s load, enabling Powerline to utilize all members of the team to the best of their ability. As the Powerline Supervisor, I:• Assisted the Powerline Division Chief train, qualify, administer to, and conduct necessary testing for general requirements of all Marines assigned to the Powerline Division of our squadron• Made recommendations for proficiency and conduct grades, FITREPs and Awards• Coordinated all daily maintenance tasks for 14 aircraft• Instructed junior Marines in aircraft maintenance procedures, safety procedures, and guided their professional and personal development• Supervised all major maintenance actions and conducted final inspection of all maintenance as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) on components critical for safety of flight

Beaufort, South Carolina, United States

Monitored, coordinated, and prioritized aircraft maintenance, inspections, and material requirements with Expeditors, Work Center Supervisors, and Division Chiefs• Assisted the Maintenance Material Control Officer/Maintenance Material Control Chief in the management of the work load, material control, and aircraft employment• Screened Aircraft Discrepancy Books (ADB) to ensure all maintenance actions are properly initiated, completed, and filed in accordance with governing policies• Communicated and coordinated with the Operations Department aircraft requirements and assignments in support of the squadron’s Training Employment Exercise Plan (TEEP)• Reviewed periodic maintenance publications and maintenance requirement cards to ensure the squadron was in compliance with all requirements and database was properly updated• Maintained liaison with lateral and higher agencies in order to ensure effective support and the efficient accomplishment of maintenance and flight operations• Managed the manpower of more than 200 Marines in the maintenance Department to ensure adequate qualified coverage to execute dual shift maintenance, providing the appropriate amount of quality safe aircraft for a demanding daily flight schedule

Beaufort, South Carolina, United States

Took the initiative with own training, learning all I could about the new role I was in, and how I could best serve our Marines. Subsequently undertook a significant amount of Division Chief’s load, enabling Powerline to utilize all members of the team to the best of their ability. As the Powerline Supervisor, I:• Assisted the Powerline Division Chief train, qualify, administer to, and conduct necessary testing for general requirements of all Marines assigned to the Powerline Division of our squadron• Made recommendations for proficiency and conduct grades, FITREPs and Awards• Coordinated all daily maintenance tasks for 14 aircraft• Instructed junior Marines in aircraft maintenance procedures, safety procedures, and guided their professional and personal development• Supervised all major maintenance actions and conducted final inspection of all maintenance as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) on components critical for safety of flight

Jacksonville, North Carolina Area

Welder and basic metal repair for M1A1 AbramsGraduated the Basic Metal Workers Course at the Army Ordnance School, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Marylandwith proficiency in the fundamentals of welding, materials, tools and personnel needed to complete a given welding job.• Skilled at mapping out the sequence of operations, ensuring that welding work is completed in a timely and safe manner• Qualified in oxy/acetylene welding, shielded metal arc welding, gas Tungsten arc welding, and gas metal arc welding • In addition to welding metal on USMC equipment and vehicles, also installed, operated, maintained, and repaired various metal materials• Became very adept at LAV armor plate repairs• Utilized this knowledge and natural talent in Iraq, repairing and supplementing the armor plating on US military equipment to make it stronger