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Austin Whitaker

Austin Whitaker

Berea,KY

Summary

Results-driven logistics professional skilled in strategic planning and team leadership. Responsible Chemical Operator with over 3 years of manufacturing experience. Successful in conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting existing problems and responding to emergencies to promote operational efficiency. Forklift certified and adept in operating manual and automated equipment to facilitate productions. Detail-oriented professional with expertise in operating and troubleshooting aircraft survival equipment, complemented by strong analytical skills and a passion for safety.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Air Craft Life Support Operator

Amentum
12.2021 - Current
  • Fill orders and resupply stock of life support equipment
  • Conducted regular inspections and repairs on oxygen systems and emergency equipment
  • Developed safety protocols for emergency situations involving life support systems
  • Documented maintenance and operational procedures for life support equipment.
  • Proficient in use of hand and powered tools, as well as power tools.
  • Interpreted a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule forms.
  • Identified root-cause analysis of failures of Life Support equipment and propose solutions to prevent them in the future.

Chemical Plant Operator

Parsons
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Entrusted to use one of a kind equipment to destroy Chemical weapon
  • Maintained detailed logs of chemical operations and incident reports
  • Operated complex machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Mentored junior operators to enhance skills and promote safety compliance.
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical components.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
  • Read and interpreted technical diagrams, mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
  • Preformed preventative maintenance on multiple equipment types.

Logistics Manager

Vitro
05.2019 - 06.2020
  • Managed supply chain operations to optimize inventory turnover and reduce costs by 15%
  • Developed and implemented logistics strategies that improved delivery times
  • Coordinated transportation schedules for over 100 shipments per week
  • Utilized advanced software for tracking shipments and improving order accuracy
  • Streamlined logistics operations to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce delivery times.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste.
  • Coordinated dispatching of up tp 20 drivers at a time to accomplish daily delivery requirements.

Operations Technician

Vitro
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • Operated and maintained production equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Conducted routine inspections for safety compliance and equipment performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline operational processes and reduce downtime.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, enhancing overall production efficiency.
  • Documented maintenance activities and reported anomalies to supervisors effectively.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow stability and reliability.
  • Reduced equipment downtime through regular maintenance checks and swift troubleshooting.

Education

Diploma -

Harlan County High School
Harlan, KY
05.2017

Skills

  • Business process improvement
  • Hazardous chemicals
  • Leadership
  • Computer skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Data Analysis
  • Communication Skills
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Mechanical repair
  • Hand tools expertise

Timeline

Air Craft Life Support Operator

Amentum
12.2021 - Current

Chemical Plant Operator

Parsons
06.2020 - 12.2021

Logistics Manager

Vitro
05.2019 - 06.2020

Operations Technician

Vitro
06.2017 - 05.2019

Diploma -

Harlan County High School

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