Results-oriented manufacturing leader with a background in production oversight, workforce management, and process improvement. Brings strong skills in root cause analysis, quality control, and cross-functional communication to support safe, efficient operations and steady team performance.
Work History
Senior Manufacturing Supervisor
3 Years 4 Months
Pratt & Whitney | Columbus, GA | 07.2023 - Current
Led team efforts in achieving production goals while consistently meeting quality requirements and customer specifications.
Achieved operational targets by effectively managing resources, budgets, and schedules for the manufacturing department.
Reviewed daily reports from subordinate supervisors to track and analyze production data, delivering actionable feedback to enhance performance.
Facilitated communication between departments, fostering collaboration that increased overall productivity.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address production challenges, streamline processes, and improve overall performance.
Conducted root cause analysis on product defects to identify areas for improvement and prevent future recurrence.
Optimized resource allocation by forecasting demand trends and adjusting staffing levels based on business requirements.
Clarified job expectations during team meetings, ensuring alignment and understanding among team members.
Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
Command Sergeant Major
3 Years 8 Months
United States Army | 03.2018 - 11.2021
Led 76-Soldier Airborne Engineer observer/coach/trainer (OCT) Task Force at Joint Readiness Training Center; conducted collective training in Decisive Action Training Environment for Brigade Engineer Battalions, enhancing operational readiness; completed senior NCO and task force after action reviews (AAR) to inform future training; coached and mentored Battalion Command Sergeants Major, First Sergeants, and battalion staff NCOs and Officers, improving leadership capabilities; supervised operations and training of task force, ensuring discipline, safety, morale, and welfare of personnel and families.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Command Sergeant Major
2 Years 8 Months
United States Army | 07.2015 - 03.2018
Led Strategic Signal Battalion of 374 Soldiers, DOD Civilians, and Local National employees supporting 40,000 customers for USAREUR Headquarters, 21st Theater Command, 66th Military Intelligence Brigade, and 4 U.S. Army Garrisons in Germany; trained Soldiers for Europe's Enterprise SATCOM Gateway-Landstuhl valued at $400 million; served as Senior Enlisted Advisor to commander, staff, and unit leaders.
Trained 196 Soldiers and families in combat readiness and administrative support, enhancing overall unit preparedness.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Student Military Service Academy
1 Year
United States Army | 06.2014 - 06.2015
Completed coursework at United States Army Sergeants Major Academy at the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy.
Conducted nine-month training program, developing skills in leadership, supervision, personnel management, and budgetary requirements for organizational operations
Created reports, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft Office applications to enhance communication and decision-making
Utilized multi-media devices, including video, audio, photographs, and diagrams, to reinforce performance standards and improve training effectiveness
Communicated with diverse populations on a variety of topics, policies and activities
Adapted prepared and impromptu discussions based on audience background, experience and cultural makeup.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Waldorf University | Forest City, IA | 01-2020
Associate of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
University of Arkansas Grantham | Lenexa, KS | 01-2013