Hi, I’m
Angel Leon
Poulsbo,WA
Summary
Experienced Process Improvement Specialist and Journeyman Insulator with over 20 years of civil service and military experience. Seeking to leverage expertise in process optimization, technical maintenance, and team leadership to contribute to organizational efficiency and safety in a dynamic industrial or government environment.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
Process Improvement Specialist
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Lead process improvement initiatives and strategic planning across C/960 teams.
- Advise management using data analytics and Lean methodologies to improve operational performance.
- Developed new equipment implementation, inventory systems, and training programs.
- Standardized workflows through creation of detailed workbooks.
- Mentor employees and foster collaboration and accountability.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align resource management strategies with organizational goals and project requirements.
- Trained team members in the best practices in resource management, promoting efficient use of tools and materials.
- Analyzed resource consumption trends and recommended improvements, contributing to sustainable operational practices.
- Evaluated operational workflows to identify bottlenecks, implementing targeted solutions that drove substantial improvements in efficiency.
- Evaluated operational workflows to detect inefficiencies, implementing targeted solutions that achieved substantial improvements in process efficiency.
- Led the development of new equipment and inventory systems, enhancing operational performance and ensuring seamless integration of resources.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to standardize workflows, fostering a culture of accountability and shared success across departments.
- Mentored team members on best practices in resource management, promoting effective use of tools and materials to optimize productivity.
- Implemented data-driven strategies using Lean methodologies, advising management on improvements that positively impacted operational performance.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, leading to noticeable gains in operational efficiency and enhanced team productivity.
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
Vacuum Mechanic
08.2020 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Maintained and repaired over 100 vacuums and industrial equipment following OSHA standards.
- Implemented a barcode tracking system integrated with SharePoint for inventory management.
- Digitized vacuum checkout processes in collaboration with IT, improving efficiency.
- Supervised teams, planned workflows, and trained personnel on safety and procedures.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal and compliance training.
- Inspected and repaired over 100 vacuums systems to ensure reliable shipyard operations, minimizing downtime and supporting critical maintenance schedules.
- Diagnosed equipment issues using technical schematics and hands-on testing, enabling swift resolution and preventing extended disruptions.
- Replaced worn components and calibrated machinery, achieving noticeable improvements in system performance and operational safety.
- Worked closely with engineering and safety teams to coordinate repairs, fostering a shared commitment to high standards and project timelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability and a strong work ethic in high-pressure environments, contributing to a reliable and cohesive team.
- Diagnosed complex equipment issues using technical schematics, facilitating rapid repairs and reducing operational disruptions.
- Implemented a barcode tracking system integrated with SharePoint, enhancing inventory management and improving overall efficiency.
- Coordinated with engineering and safety teams to streamline repair processes, reinforcing project timelines and quality standards.
- Supervised and trained over 25 personnel on safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety and compliance within the team.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical problems.
- Led training sessions for junior mechanics on best practices and safety protocols.
US Navy
Aviation Ordnancemen
01.2003 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Supervised ordnance handling, storage, and loading operations.
- Quality Assurance Safety Observer for ordnance movements and compliance.
- Trained personnel on ordnance safety and procedures.
- Managed technical publications as Dispersed Technician Publication Librarian.
- Inspected and maintained aircraft ordnance systems, ensuring operational readiness and minimizing equipment downtime for mission success.
- Loaded, armed, and secured munitions on naval aircraft, directly supporting safe and efficient flight operations.
- Documented maintenance activities with precision, upholding strict compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated with pilots and ground crews to verify ordnance configurations, streamlining communication and reducing preflight errors.
- Conducted thorough inspections of ordnance systems, leading to marked improvements in operational readiness and mission success rates.
- Fostered effective communication between pilots and ground crews, minimizing preflight errors and ensuring safe flight operations.
- Managed over $2.5 million in assets, which included vehicles, weapons, materials and weapons support equipment.
Education
Six Sigma Global InstituteOnline
Lean Six Sigma Professional from Lean Sig Sigma Green Belt
05.2025
Jose Felipe Zayas HSCoamo, Puerto Rico
High School Diploma
05-1999
University Overview
- Continuing education in liberal arts and sciences not graduated
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Team Leadership
- Data Visualization
- Workflow Automation
- Process Improvement
- Safety & Compliance
- Lean 5S
- SWOT analysis
- Data Analytics
- Strategic Planning
- Microsoft Excel
- Visio
- PowerPoint
- Teams
- SharePoint
- Forms
- Insulation installation
- Vacuum equipment maintenance
- Sewing machine repair
- OSHA regulations
- Operational Risk Management
- Hazardous waste protocols
- Reporting
- Training
- Cross-functional collaboration
Certification
- Lean Green Belt Training at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
- Derivative Classifier Qualifications (DCLA, TRAKC10SDC) at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
- PowerPoint Basics, System Thinking, Excel Basics, CMDU10 Leading with integrity, Culture of Kaizen, Change management in Lean Sig Sigma projects at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
- Leadership Foundations: Leadership Styles and Models at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
- HEPA Filter Vacuum Cleaner Efficiency Testing at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
LANGUAGES
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
HOBBIES
Marine photography, nature walks, caring for my son
Timeline
Process Improvement Specialist
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
09.2022 - Current
Vacuum Mechanic
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
08.2020 - 09.2022
Aviation Ordnancemen
US Navy
01.2003 - 12.2012
Six Sigma Global Institute
Lean Six Sigma Professional from Lean Sig Sigma Green Belt
Jose Felipe Zayas HS
High School Diploma