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Magnolia, Tx, Us

Magnolia, Tx, Us

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas Area

Managed up to 15 operations employees which included maintaining a rotating shift schedule to insure 24/7/365 coverage. Also a hands-on manager, working alongside the operations team to insure timely, accurate product delivery to our clients. Mentored current and new employees to give them the confidence to grow within the organization. Instituted changes to the operation with a system of checklists and recurrent training to increase customer satisfaction and retention, as well as employee retention.

Houston, Texas Area

Provided airborne logistics and international trip planning support for two company aircraft flying between company projects worldwide. Also provided logistics setup support for projects occurring worldwide including permit procurement, handling and hotel setups, secure transportation, fuel arrangements, and any other items as dictated by the Logistics and HSE Manager. Initiated cost saving management programs with international trip planning companies and other international vendors.

Houston, Tx

Managed a team of up to 30 operations professionals including the weather and flight planning teams. Developed and implemented a new enterprise software solution for international trip planning operations. Implemented structure changes within the operations department to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover. Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of the new structure. Supervised the operations team on shift to insure proper workflow. Logistics planning to include ground handling arrangements, hotel arrangements, permit acquisitions, and any other services required for the crew or passengers of charter, private and business flights operating worldwide. Served as a mentor to junior team members. Analyzed worldwide weather patterns to produce aviation flight weather briefings for clients. Produced flight plans using various flight planning software engines, including proprietary software, for clients' aircraft around the world.

Edmond, Ok

Analyzed and produced forecasts for various client's interests throughout the U.S. and Canada. Clientele ranged from the energy sector to the transportation industry, and also included the film industry. Trained new staff who were hired to start the new office in Edmond, OK after a company relocation from Salt Lake City, UT.