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Amanda Luafulu

'Ewa Beach,HI

Summary

I am a veteran medically retired on 19th September 2024, a highly skilled and seasoned professional with extensive experience in human resource management, recruitment and placement methods, and quality assurance processes. I am a leader with 10 years of experience monitoring, coordinating, and allocating employee efforts to achieve organizational goals. I have a proven track record of continuous improvement, performance growth, and schedule management. I am a dependable leader with a track record of success in the field, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset. I am conscientious, hardworking, and excel at multitasking in fast-paced environments. I am an organized, energetic, and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. As an energetic Supervisor, I am successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. I am dedicated to an open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to the company's success. As an experienced Supervisor, I lead team members to complete jobs on time, assign tasks, train employees, and implement company procedures. I possess excellent communication and listening skills and provide leadership and vision, driving teams to meet goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor/Team Leader

Military, United States Army
12.2022 - 08.2024
  • Assisted in developing budgets for petroleum procurement activities, monitoring expenditures to ensure alignment with financial targets.
  • Supervised reception, storage and shipping of fuel.
  • Assembled refueling systems and equipment and performed quality assurance.
  • Coordinated maintenance services on company fleet vehicles to reduce downtime and extend vehicle life span.
  • Ensure that maintenance tasks comply with technical manuals, safety standards, and Army regulations to maintain vehicle reliability and performance.
  • Conduct regular inspections of wheeled vehicles to identify maintenance needs, safety issues, and compliance with regulations.
  • Supervise and lead a team of mechanics and technicians in the maintenance and repair of wheeled vehicles, ensuring work is completed efficiently and effectively.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Improved internal communication between departments by initiating weekly meetings focused on discussing current issues, challenges, and success stories.
  • Coordinate with unit leadership, supply personnel, and external support resources to effectively manage vehicle maintenance, support unit missions, and achieve operational objectives.

Human Resource Specialist/Platoon Sergeant

Military, United States Army
01.2021 - 11.2022


  • Planned and executed regular family readiness events and socials to include holiday parties, birthdays, and baby shower
  • Consistently received positive feedback from command and families for all such events
  • Provided outreach, support and assistance to military personnel and their families
  • Responsible for the training, welfare, and mentorship of 78 employees.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Directed and supervised team of 78 employees in daily operations.
  • Maintain personnel records, manage duty rosters, and handle administrative tasks related to the platoon's operations.
  • Conducted performance counseling of subordinates in the platoon.
  • Maintained a high level of morale among troops through positive reinforcement techniques and providing recognition when deserved.
  • Evaluated personnel periodically on job performance and occupational-related strengths and weaknesses.
  • Evaluated soldier performance during field exercises in order to identify strengths and weaknesses within the unit.
  • Organized, supervised and coordinated platoon training activities.
  • Supervised, trained, cross-trained and mentored personnel assigned in various occupational specialties.
  • Monitored the progress of individual soldiers in order to ensure that they are meeting their goals and objectives.
  • Maintained unit discipline by enforcing standards of conduct and military regulations.
  • Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
  • Manage logistical support for the platoon, including supply needs, equipment maintenance, and transportation requirements.

Motor Sergeant/Supervisor

Military
10.2019 - 09.2021
  • Responsible for the supervision, training and mentorship of an oversaw overall maintenance services of 1,000 pieces of equipment to include wheeled vehicles, weapons systems, night visions, electronics equipment valued in excess of $600 million
  • Responsible for the receipt, issue and storage of over $10,000,000 wheeled vehicles, and ground support equipment with zero losses
  • Tracked all incoming repair parts to ensure timely delivery and receipt of parts
  • Responsible for all dispatching of equipment and repair parts ordering and turn in dispositions
  • Provided enforcement to all employees in all areas of safety, to include the proper wearing of PPE and safe shop operations
  • Maintained inventory of over $5,000,000 worth of tools, equipment, parts and facilities and maintained 100% accountability at all times
  • Ensured all employees were fully trained on all aspects of maintenance Directly responsible to plan, supervise and direct unit maintenance of all organic equipment
  • Developed an SOP to conform to environmental protection program compliance, including spill prevention and contingency plans, through consultation with the Environmental Officer
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Resolved customer complaints and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Directed and supervised team of 50 employees in daily operations
  • Conducted risk assessments prior to any movement or deployment of vehicles/equipment to ensure safe transportation procedures were followed.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, enhancing accountability and resource management capabilities.
  • Submitted status reports on vehicle readiness.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.

Human Resource Specialist

Military
01.2016 - 09.2019
  • Manage military Human Resources (HR) systems process military HR actions for approximately 200 Soldiers
  • Prepare and maintain Human Resources records; monitor suspense's, evaluations line of duty and survivor assistance
  • Initiate and prepare various orders that include amendments, revocations, and endorsements, permanent change of duty assignments, reassignments, promotions, and separations from actions within military service
  • Monitor all promotion selection lists to advise to ensure that all selectees/non selectees are properly informed of their status
  • Designed, Implemented, and managed numerous training programs and briefing sessions
  • Developed, initiated, and evaluated new procedures, policies, and internal controls; assessed and resolved complex operational problems
  • Review soldier in-processing, out-processing, birth month audits, maintain military and personnel files
  • Prepares and process evaluations, all personnel request for promotions, retirement awards and decorations.
  • Responsible for accountability, control, verification, and issuance of military identification (ID) cards and Common Access Cards (CAC) for Active-duty military, military retirees, family members/dependents, and other eligible recipients.

• Responding to customer questions, concerns, and feedback through various channels such as phone, email, or chat.

• Assisting customers in resolving product or service-related issues, handling complaints, and finding solutions to challenges they may face.

• Building rapport with customers, ensuring a positive experience, and following up to ensure satisfaction.

• Verify and process soldier pay and allowances, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

• Works directly with higher echelon human resources to process soldiers’ personnel actions such as leave request, pay inquiries, and military documents.

• Assist soldiers with reassignments, transitions, and other career-related activities.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to personnel actions, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Administration

American Military University
09.2025

Fagaitua High School
Pago Pago, American Samoa
06.2013

Skills

    Effective written and verbal communication skills; Active listening skills, Policies, procedures, and services knowledge; Customer and Personal Service experience; reading comprehension; Persuasive writing and speaking experience; Critical thinking; creative writing skills; Strong administration; management and organizational skills; Attentive and detail-oriented; Rational Judgment and Decision-Making skills; Excellent computer skills; working knowledge of: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Publisher Oral Communication; Problem Solving; Reasoning

Certification

  • Master Driver Course 2019
  • Unit Prevention Leaders Course 2019
  • Secret Security Clearance - OCT 2013
  • Basic Leaders Course, United States Army November 2017
  • Combat Life Savers Course, United States Army - 2016
  • Digital Training Management System, United States Army 2016-2022
  • License Examiner 2022-2024
  • Combative Level 1 2017
  • Field Sanitation 2017

Awards/Honors

Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon 

Army Commendation Medal 

Army Achievement Medal 

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal 

Korea Defense Service Medal

Overseas Service Ribbon 

Army Service Ribbon 

Army Good Conduct Medal

National Defense Service Medal 

Driver Mechanic Badge 

Marksman Weapons Qualification Badge 

Timeline

Supervisor/Team Leader

Military, United States Army
12.2022 - 08.2024

Human Resource Specialist/Platoon Sergeant

Military, United States Army
01.2021 - 11.2022

Motor Sergeant/Supervisor

Military
10.2019 - 09.2021

Human Resource Specialist

Military
01.2016 - 09.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Administration

American Military University

Fagaitua High School
Amanda Luafulu