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General Dynamics Land SystemsNew Equipment Trainer
Aug. 2022United StatesProvide critical training to US and Allied ground forces in best practices, tips, and techniques when transforming formations with new equipment. Subject Matter Expert on automotive and tactical systems able to teach soldiers on new equipment operations. Work with internal and External stake holders to ensure that essential training for New Stryker variants is conducted to the highest standards. Able to travel world wide to deliver training to US Army units and Allied forces.
DHLOperations Supervisor
Jul. 2021 - Aug. 2022Sumner, Washington, United States
Established Moving and StorageFleet Operations Manager
Nov. 2020 - Aug. 2021Tukwila, WA, United StatesProvide best moving experiences possible with local moves in the PNW. Lead a staff of movers and helpers in responding to customer request. Focus on fleet/ mover safety while safeguarding house hold goods.
Boeing737 Manufacturing Manager
Nov. 2019 - Jul. 2020Renton, WashingtonProvide purpose, direction, and motivation represented aviation mechanics. Work through results driven problem solving with compressed timelines for success. Create a culture of safety and accountability that facilitates mission accomplishment. Coordinate with horizontal and vertical stake holders to organize effort and resources. Directed the actions of two teams of mechanics to provide functional test and engine build support to the production system.
Boeing737 Travelers Manufacturing Manager
Nov. 2018 - Nov. 2019Renton, Washington, United StatesLed a cadre of experienced aviation mechanics in performing out of sequence work on 737 aircraft. Main duties is to work with major stake holders, customer representatives, and mechanics to set goals and complete work on planes to allow them to go to pre-flight for airworthiness testing. Support mechanics in working in remote locations and get support form factory resources to finish task. Resolved day to day issues routinely and provided logistic and transportation support to my team.
BoeingSupport Technical Manager, Spares Distribution Center
Feb. 2016 - Nov. 2018Sea Tac, WashingtonProvide direct leadership to 3 leads and 25 employees that process orders from cradle to grave, resulting in 10 to 20 million worth of sales weekly. Direct this represented workforce through change management, replacing 30% of employees through attrition, and facilitating the implementation of Modern warehouse management systems. Make real time and on the spot decisions to resolve shipping and work assignments while constantly looking at cost savings and resource allocation. Enter an extremely challenging environment and providing consistency and rigor to a chaotic process.
XPO Logistics (formerly Menlo)Site Manager
Jan. 2014 - Dec. 2015kent, washingtonProvide leadership and direction to up to 40 materiel handlers that provides high quality bicycle parts and accessories to independent bicycle dealers world wide. Using the best practices and performing flow analysis to streamline processes, eliminating waste. Working in a dynamic start up environment, creating a culture of accountability in all of the associates on the team and driving excellence in our service to the customer. Quickly resolve problems with flow, supply chain, and shipping to promote a positive customer experience. Drive down variable cost per unit in all processes, saving the customer up to 30% per unit overall. Delivered high performance in outbound shipping variable cost per unit, driving down cost 30% to monthly plans. Provided savings to the customer through Kaizen burst, increasing productivity in one area 15% vs. previous months performance.
AmazonInbound Area Manager (Kiva) at BFI 1
May. 2011 - Dec. 2013Sumner, WAProvide outstanding leadership to a team of 25-75 associates to deliver high quality consumer goods to customers on time, with the best experience possible. Expert in product flow dynamics, adjusting labor to meet challenges in a ambiguous environment on a daily basis. Constantly drives process improvements to accomplish tasks efficiently. Increased scope of problem solving and continuous improvement for BFI1 will allow Kaizen events to reap savings in variable cost for the FC. Increased the efficiency of the dock processes 70% in one month using lean manufacturing and six sigma techniques. Diving deep into problems to quickly identify root causes to drive process improvement. Quickly Building teams of professionals to solve daily challenges in efficient operations. Acquire, develop, and manage my team to deliver targeted improvements in product flow. Primary trainer for Junior leadership in the building, using experience and data driven decision making to create high impact leaders for BFI1. Conduct directed training and OJT opportunities to increase the skill level of Associates and prepare them for further advancement within Amazon.com.
Department of Veterans AffairsTransportation Assistant
Jan. 2011 - Apr. 2011Directs the movement of people and materiel in the Puget Sound Regional VA healthcare system. Serves the veteran community by allocating over $100K weekly in travel benefits to qualified veterans in the Pacific Northwest community. Uses computer research skills to plan and coordinate long distance movement of veterans to other health care facilities by air, cabulance, ambulance, and other means of transportation. Provides expert customer service in facilitating claims and benefits for the Veterans treated in the Seattle and American Lake VA hospitals.
US ArmyChief Operational Coordiantor
Sep. 2009 - Jan. 2011JBLM Washington, IraqO-3 Captain. Directly responsible for the efficient function of a Crisis Management Center while deployed. Managed the activities of a 10 employee staff and focused their efforts on crisis management and mission accomplishment. Coordinated activities of all security forces within a 3000 square kilometer area of greater Baghdad and rural Iraq. Managed and supported the movement of over $75 million in inventory daily through the region by truck and helicopter. Quickly established teams of first responders and other work groups to effectively deal with crisis situation.
US ArmyChief Executive Officer
Aug. 2008 - May. 2009JBLM WashingtonO-2 1st Lieutenant and O-3 Captain. Infantry Company Commander of C/2-23 IN, 4 SBCT, 2 ID. Directly responsible for the training, operations, morale, and welfare of a 180 Man infantry company as they prepare for deployment to Iraq. Planned, resourced, and conducted many training events that focused on developing advanced job skills in Infantry squads and platoons and developing leadership skills in platoon leaders. Directly supervised and managed 5 platoon leaders and counseled them monthly in writing to develop leadership skills and correct deficiencies. Secured and maintained over $44 million in property to ensure it was ready to function at any time. Managed a fleet of over 30 tactical vehicles.
US ArmyOperational Manager
Oct. 2006 - Aug. 2008JBLM Washington and IraqO-1 2nd Lieutenant and O-2 First Lieutenant. Infantry Platoon Leader, 2/C 2-23 IN, 4th SBCT, 2ID. Directly responsible for the success of a 40 man infantry platoon equipped with 4 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles. Planned, resourced, and conducted pre deployment training for the platoon prior to deploying to Iraq. Deployed for 14 months in greater Baghdad and Dyaliah River Valley, operating in support of Iraqi Government, and Iraqi Security Forces to promote rule of law. Conducted joint operations to disrupt and destroy insurgent forces. Conducted counter-improvised explosive device patrols to keep roads open to traffic. Provided Humanitarian assistance to local nationals, and secured infrastructure rebuilding projects to improve quality of life. Provided routine and emergency health care to local nationals to preserve life and end suffering. Worked daily with local civilian leaders and Iraqi Government forces to improve security.
US ArmyAdvanced Leadership Schools
Oct. 2005 - Oct. 2006Ft Benning, GeorgaAttended Officer Candidate School, graduating from A CO, in class 06-01. Immediately attended The Infantry Officer's Basic Course. Both schools focused on developing time management and leadership skills for young officers to be successful in leading 40 man rifle platoons.
US ArmyLine Manager and Leadership Consultant
May. 1999 - Oct. 2005Italy, FT Bragg, North Carolina, Ft Polk, LousianaE-7 Sergeant First Class and E-8 Master Sergeant. Responsible for the training and development of Heavy Anti-Armor Weapons platoons in Vicenza, Italy and Ft Bragg, NC. Attended advanced training on Leadership and Time Management at the US Army Ranger School at Ft Benning, GA. After earning my "tab", worked in various staff and leadership positions, moving on to be an Observer/ Controller at the Joint Readiness Training Center, located at Ft Polk, LA. Attended US Army Jumpmaster school, graduating and earning my Master Parachutist Wings. Attended Pathfinder school taught by the US Army Airborne School at Ft Benning, GA, earning my "Torch" to light the way! Deployed in support of OIF and OEF, and worked in astute environments world wide. Provided expert leadership consultation to over 100 organizations at the premiere organizational training center in the US Army. Led and critiqued over 60, one-day tactical scenarios to teach accelerated planning, task organization, and leadership. Used critical thought provoking discussion to have leadership identify the solution to the observed problems.
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