Andrew McDonald
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Seeking GS entry level position where my knowledge, expertise, and skill will contribute to the growth and development of the organization with a challenging but rewarding position to deliver exceptional performance and assist management in the overall success of the organization. To work as a professional applying my organizational and team skills with the purpose of achieving the team's objectives. I desire a challenging career opportunity which would help me to utilize my academic background to assist me in gaining experience, employ my excellent interpersonal skills, and enable me to make a positive contribution to the growth of the Air Force. I have the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position of a production controller, and that of a quality assurance specialist; including (but not limited to) experience in analyzing and evaluating workmanship and experience conducting studies and analyses of program/project objectives, policies, actual or potential problem areas and other concerns that affect the ability of management to achieve a successful mission.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
4102 Aircraft Painter
Tinker AFB
12.2015 - Current
- Application of pre-mixed/blended paint or coating to interior and exterior assembled aircraft parts
- Preparation of surfaces for protection and painting against surface erosions
- Perform prime coat painting, assist final coat painting, color sanding and polishing, apply decal and finish application of designation badges
- Mixing, thinning, blending, tint and tone coating material to achieve finish like existing paint shade
- Customizing paint colors utilizing “BASF” Smart Color “2000” mixing bank and automated “Smart Color” program
- Combining agents with coating materials according to manufacturer's instructions
- Applying variety of coating materials such as primers, paint, Teflon, anti-static and corrosion preventive coatings using standard application techniques
- Operating conventional air assisted airless electrostatic equipment in application of coating finishes in such manner that coating finishes were routinely free from skips, runs, or drips, thereby minimizing need for rework with minimal supervision
- Performing preventive maintenance on all types and series of paint application “guns” used during performance of painting
- Managing day-to-day operations of business to include managing all shops paperwork and ensuring satisfaction
- Skilled in sanding, feathering, edging using pneumatic sander, applying sealant, washing, and treating surface using variety of chemicals
- Prepping parts via masking and priming surface to prevent corrosion development
- Detailing surfaces and preparation for painting by cleaning, stripping, or chemically treating if needed
- Perform basic repairs using fillers or high build primers
- Effectively manage day-to-day production activity in support of efficient time, equipment, and materials management
- Read and interpret technical drawing and manuals to maintain understanding of symbols, flags, and general notes
- Manage work in progress and determine causes of production delays followed by recommendation and implementation of corrective actions to minimize delays
- Determining where production bottlenecks exist and stop input of repair when input is stagnant
- Provide material management support to production operations by ordering parts, materials, and providing order status of parts as well as estimated delivery dates for customers' demands by monitoring automated system which tracks parts to ensure that units will be shipped on schedule
- Training employees to perform work duties and maintaining current employee records on training matrix
- Once every two months leading and conducting hazardous material safety class with other employees
- Providing feedback on employee performance to department supervisor and contacting engineering department when discrepancies occur between bills of materials and operational methods sheets
- I provide training to subordinates and ensure safety and quality standards are in accordance to technical specifications and assuring employees learn proper trade techniques and practices and explain safety precautions to be followed in setting up machinery and equipment
- Educating in use of layout techniques, power tools, materials, measuring devices, precision instruments, and safety devices
- Maintaining individual progress charts displaying type of work and equipment worked on, and performance rating for each type of work
- Encouraging good class attendance and conduct and motivating other workers to achieve training objectives
- Inspiring each team member to perform and produce their best
- Analyze training workshops to improve performance of technicians who were behind in terms of performance
- Evaluate progress of workers in terms of such factors as interest, cooperation, assimilation of fundamentals and theory, and practical application of work methods
- Educating other workers on instruction received from supervisors and getting work started, e.g., assigning immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of group lead
- Maintaining current knowledge, and answering questions of other workers on procedures, policies, written instruction, and other directives (i.e., technical orders)
- Assist in repairs, diagnosis, and resolution of production problems in my assigned area, as well as diagnosing malfunction in sub-assemblies or components by performing variety of tests and/or inspections
- Coordinating work between 551st and 553rd in efficient and effective manner according to schedule
- Managing shipment schedules, reviewing production, and distributed production
- Other duties include compiling progress reports on work, cost inventory levels and production issues
- Assisting in variety of planning, scheduling, and supply tasks in direct support of company programs such as manufacturing, repair, and modifications of paint shops
- Assisting in development of un-programmed workload schedules by providing support with inspections for future work
- Working closely with shop maintenance supervisors and their leads to assess daily operations and workflow
- Assisting supervisors in providing material management support of parts and material ordering, manufacturing or modification of equipment/parts requiring special handling
- Proficient in computer and other electronic business equipment
- My work requires accountability tracing of required skills to achieve maximum performance level and researching information for planning and production needs, obtaining tech data, securing parts kits for new aircraft, writing work process orders, assures support shops are notified for maintenance, and attending meetings and participating with scheduling expediting, planning, engineering, and management as needed
- Assess employees to arrange training for mechanics, troubleshoot problems and determines causes and preventative measures
- I follow specific work instructions daily to ensure on time delivery to war fighter and check work in progress and when finished for compliance with supervisor's instructions, work orders, and established shop procedures on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines; and direct or advise other workers to follow supervisor's instructions to meet deadlines
- Kevin Millican (405 582-4918)
4102 Aircraft Painter/Supply Technician
Tinker AFB
01.2010 - 12.2015
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Moore High School
Moore, Ok05.1998
Skills
- Read work orders, blueprints, and specifications
- Examine damaged parts/structures to determine repairs or fabrication procedures and sequence of operations
- Load, unload, and move items in safe manner
- Take appropriate action when determining location of missing equipment or supplies
- Train entry level mechanics
- Ability to make independent judgment/decisions in determining area of difficulty, what parts or materials are required, and work sequence, tools to use in accomplishing required repairs to meet technical specifications
- Brief management on production workload, backorders, and scheduling
- Perform variety of specific duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying logistics management principles, methods, and techniques
- Knowledge of nature of mission, programs, and activities common of large organizations to include program planning, funding, and management information systems
- Knowledge of basic program analysis policies, methods, and processes to include planning, analyzing, and evaluating effectiveness of line or operating programs
- Carry out special assignments in timely manner
- Knowledge of basic logistics management policies, procedures and practices using ITS, LDMS and other tools to make sure shop stays on track to meet production goals
- Ability to identify requirements for money, manpower, material, facilities, and services
- Ability to analyze and evaluate methods and techniques to assess program operations and develop solutions
- Attend and participates in courses, conferences, briefings, and meetings
- Skill in oral and written communications
- Plan, coordinate, and evaluate logistical actions required to support specified mission, weapons systems, and other designated programs
- Perform periodic independent system evaluations and develop recommendations for system improvements
- Determine appropriate material handling methods and devices needed to move items
- Prepare and processes any necessary paperwork
- Store items in holding area until material can be routed to proper destination
- Check status of overdue items to determine reason for delay and estimated delivery dates
- Obtain items from other shops and supply points and route to correct location in shop
- Use HVLP (High Velocity Low Pressure) and electrostatic type painting equipment to apply paint and primers on metal surfaces
- Use spray guns (ie, air assisted, airless, and conventional painting equipment) to apply coating materials such as paint, primer, varnish, and shellac on metal surfaces
- Check viscosity of coating materials and thickness of coatings on metal surfaces using thickness gauges and viscosity testers
- Check surfaces after applying coating materials such as primers, paints, Teflon, anti-static, and corrosion preventive coatings to ensure that surfaces are fully coated and protected from skips, runs, and drips
- Read and apply directions when mixing and applying various kinds of coating materials, solvents, and pre-coating agents such as paint, varnish, epoxy, Teflon, paint remover, alkali, and phosphate compounds, pickling mixtures, and anti-growth agents
- Prepare coating materials by tinting, toning, matching, blending, and mixing various additives
- Work with hazardous materials/waste to include proper handling and disposal
- Ensure work areas are always clean to minimize risk of injury or damage to property Promote safety and health in workplace through awareness and compliance with safety rules, regulations, and best practices
- Prepare equipment for coating or paint removal by properly masking off vital areas
- Use variety of surface preparation tools (ie, dual action sanders, buffers, and blasting equipment)
- Ensure proper methods are followed when using blasting equipment to remove paint
- Document all lost or stolen tools and equipment
- Evaluate surface conditions of items being painted and restore any damage prior to paint application
- Inspect all tools and equipment prior to use (ie, air compressors, blasting equipment, gauges)
- Knowledge of any of accepted surface preparation and coating methods/techniques on KC-135, E-3, E-6, C-130, KC-10, B-1, B-52
- Ability to make independent judgment and decisions in determining area of difficulty and, what parts or materials are required Use of LDMS to locate TO reference to start and complete jobs Knowledge of buildup, shape, and leveling surfaces with metal and synthetic resins, plastics, and patching compounds Obtain finely smoothed surfaces with abrasive compounds, pumice, and rottenstone, even out dents and scars by burning-in processes and treat surfaces with pre-coating agents
- Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of Air Force Instructions (AFI's), Technical Orders (TO's), engineering diagrams, product specifications, Air Force Occupational and Health (AFOSH)
- Knowledge of how to apply materials so that surfaces meet, match, texture, decorative, thickness, and level requirements Skilled in matching, tinting, toning, blending coating materials, and in combination agents
- Properly use and account for all types of hand and power tools, and measuring instruments required to accomplish assigned duties
- Render technical directives from analyzing engineering dispositions to others as workload dictates
- Receive instruction from supervisor and initiate work procedures to accomplish required workload Ensure all required supplies, tools, and equipment are available to complete workload
- Review work in progress to assure supervisors instructions are being followed along with TO procedures
- Utilize TCTO's / interactive T O's for current workload requirements At times required to work "First Articles" which drives me to work alongside engineers and provide analysis for possible solution and determine best route to complete task Analyze workload requirements and determine tooling and space allocation/shop floor plans to accommodate flow of current and future workloads Provide analysis of current technical orders and answer questions pertaining to workload, work procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives
- Analyze, interpret, and apply technical data such as engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals
- Use and maintain part tracking document using Excel to log all parts currently in work and parts awaiting induction, further reducing parts constraints
Accomplishments
Performance Award 2023
Performance Award 2022
Performance Award 2020
Performance Award 2019
Performance Award 2018
References
Clayton Worley (405) 306-4318 TAFB Production Controller
Brandon Copeland (405) 206-5457 TAFB Chief OC ALCOBWA
Timeline
4102 Aircraft Painter
Tinker AFB
12.2015 - Current
4102 Aircraft Painter/Supply Technician
Tinker AFB
01.2010 - 12.2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Moore High School
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