BARRETT APPEL
Baytown,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with success spearheading logistical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to junior personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. Team player focused on building and nurturing success from the lowest levels.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Sulzer Pumps US
10.2022 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective lean solutions.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for equipment, extending their lifespan and minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Welding Inspector
Inspection Associates
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements
- Evaluated work against design specifications
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Maintained accurate inspection records for future reference and quality control purposes.
Hull Maintenance Technician First Class/ Leading Petty Officer/ Production Petty Officer/ Work Supervisor/ Lead Welder/ Divisional Training Petty Officer
US Navy
03.2017 - 03.2022
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
- Oversaw assigned crew tasks, monitored progress and verified completion
- Trained and supervised personnel in daily operations
- Identified areas for improvement and suggested measures to increase performance and productivity
- Oversaw supply and materials handling and ensured appropriate quantities were maintained to achieve production goals
- Worked with higher-ranking officers and crew members to ensure timely completion of production
- Completed daily reporting to inform supervisors of work completed or incidents
- Led operational planning teams to address effectiveness of implemented production procedures to streamline the production process while increasing productivity
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Welder
NBS
10.2013 - 02.2017
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment
- Studied technical documentation to determine project specifications and welding techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Katy High School
Katy, TXAssociate of Science - Welding Technology
Tulsa Welding School
Houston, TX08.2015
Advanced Welding/ Metallurgy
Advanced Welding
Newport News, VAAdvanced Leadership School
Norfolk, VASkills
Production Planning
Operations Management
Strong leadership abilities
Staff Management
Team Development
Production Optimization
Continuous improvements
Root Cause Analysis
Project Management
KPI Tracking
Lean Manufacturing
Business Forecasting
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented hardfacing applications using PTAW for high wear components
- Awarded 4 Navy And Marine Corps Achievement Medals for display of leadership and technical acumen
- Trained junior Sailors in various welding practices leading to 15 advanced welder qualifications
- 4 subordinates meritoriously advanced to a higher pay grade.
Timeline
Production Manager
Sulzer Pumps US
10.2022 - Current
Welding Inspector
Inspection Associates
03.2022 - 10.2022
Hull Maintenance Technician First Class/ Leading Petty Officer/ Production Petty Officer/ Work Supervisor/ Lead Welder/ Divisional Training Petty Officer
US Navy
03.2017 - 03.2022
Welder
NBS
10.2013 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Katy High School
Associate of Science - Welding Technology
Tulsa Welding School
Advanced Welding/ Metallurgy
Advanced Welding
Advanced Leadership School
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