Anthony Herington
Mulvane
Summary
Results-driven leader with significant experience at Spirit AeroSystems, specializing in process optimization and production efficiency. Demonstrated expertise in team development and resource management, with a strong focus on safety compliance. Successfully managed cross-functional teams to meet production goals, utilizing effective communication and decision-making skills to achieve high-quality outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
First level Manager
Spirit Aerosystems
Wichita
05.2022 - Current
- Enhanced production efficiency and operational workflow by leading cross-functional teams.
- Managed project timelines and resource allocation to achieve production objectives.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards in manufacturing operations.
- Coordinated supplier engagements to secure timely delivery of materials for production.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing waste and optimizing resource utilization.
Production Manager
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita
08.2018 - Current
- 1st level manager in charge of a 737 sheet metal shop. Monitors and maintains production level to master schedule.
- Monitors flow to shop from Brotje machines to ensure team can deliver to master.
- Teaches and coaches new and seasoned mechanics best practices to deliver a quality product.
- Monitors employees time and issues discipline when and if needed.
Director of Operations
Social Networking Technology
Wichita
11.2015 - Current
- Monitor daily revenue
- Monitor daily performance of products
- Troubleshoot issues with internal platform and external client sites
- Monitor implementation workflow and processes
- Work closely with technical engineers and QA to insure quality products and customer service
Remodel Manager
American services
Wichita
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed bidding for remodel jobs while ensuring adherence to budget constraints.
Gathered materials efficiently to support timely project execution.
Monitored job progress to guarantee alignment with customer specifications and requirements.
Production Supervisor
Electromech Technologies
Wichita
02.2015 - 06.2015
- Monitored Daily production levels
- Assigned tasks to hourly employees
- Ensured shipments were on time
- Worked closely with M/E's to keep floor support where needed.
- Introduced new technology to help with time savings and ergo issues.
- Supervised 20+ employees
Operations Manager
Figeac Aero North America
Wichita
04.2014 - 08.2014
- Responsible for achieving production requirements.
- Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts.
- Managed two supervisors and a staff of 20+ direct labor employees on the 737 Bulkheads, Learjet 85 Leading Edge, paint operations, shot peening & chemical processing.
- Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
- Oversaw the production process and managed the production schedule.
- Reviewed processing schedules and production orders concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
- Supervised and motivated staff and management.
First Level Manager
Spirit Aero Systems, Inc
Wichita
09.2010 - 10.2013
- Managed 50+ employees on the 777 Side Panels, Crown, Paint Shop and automated riveting machines "Brotje" lines.
- Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts.
- Responsible for achieving production requirements.
- Responsible for tracking employee time, overtime and shop productivity levels.
- Responsible for scheduling parts in and out of the paint shop.
- Oversaw the new model startup paint process for the Sikorsky Helicopter.
- Responsible for overseeing OSHA and RCCA requirements in all shops.
- Tracked the budget for the paint shop and maintain equipment log.
- Closely monitored the quality of the machines and maintained a tight schedule to ensure products returned to the shop on time.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Cessna Aircraft Company
Wichita
02.2001 - 05.2009
- Received and correctly processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Obtained appropriate tooling and fixtures.
- Disassembled, reassembled and corrected changeover.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Performed a variety of production modification assembly operations on all parts of the aircraft.
- Worked from blueprints and templates.
- Performed assembly operations on all parts of the aircraft as well as required fixture and bench assembly operations.
Education
Bachelor of Business Management - Business
American InterContinental University
01.2026
High School Diploma -
West High School
Wichita, KS01.1998
Skills
- Aircraft MVP qualification
- Team building
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Quality control
- SAP expertise
- Supplier and customer relations
- Paint processes for composites and aluminum
- Team management
- Interpersonal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Schedule preparation
- Time management
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Project management
- Resource allocation
- Regulatory compliance
- Performance management
- Task delegation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Clear communication
- Decision-making
- Safety procedures
- Goal setting
- Disciplinary techniques
- Staff development
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
First level Manager
Spirit Aerosystems
05.2022 - Current
Remodel Manager
American services
10.2020 - 05.2022
Production Manager
Spirit AeroSystems
08.2018 - Current
Director of Operations
Social Networking Technology
11.2015 - Current
Production Supervisor
Electromech Technologies
02.2015 - 06.2015
Operations Manager
Figeac Aero North America
04.2014 - 08.2014
First Level Manager
Spirit Aero Systems, Inc
09.2010 - 10.2013
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Cessna Aircraft Company
02.2001 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Business Management - Business
American InterContinental University
High School Diploma -
West High School