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Benjamin Lependorf

Material/ Maintenance Planner
Midlothian,TX

Summary

Astute professional boasting a 9-year career in Aviation industry as a Material/Maintenance Planner. Proudly offering in-depth experience liaising with line managers, negotiating logistics contract amendments and preparing and revising warehouse plans. Coordinating with Hub Stores and Venders to minimize down time. Efficient working on several projects simultaneously and Thrive in a fast paced environment. Comfortable performing clerical and administrative tasks.

Overview

5
5
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Planner AOG/MCU

American Airlines, Materials Dispatch- AOG/MCU (Aircraft On The Ground)Integrated Operations Center, IOC
Ft. Worth, texas
05.2019 - Current
  • Responsible for aircraft parts supply chain logistics on all American Airlines out of service aircraft that are grounded due to maintenance.
  • Work directly with the Manager on Duty, Technical Manager on Duty and Tech-Services to return all Out of Service aircraft back into airworthy service.
  • Allocate and move all AOG materials where needed utilizing Sceptre.
  • Utilize Inventory, purchase, borrow or lease agreements from other major Airlines.
  • The AOG Department is a centralized communications point for Field maintenance, Supply, Technical Services and Base Supply to coordinate material requirements for out-of-service aircraft, aircraft flying on continued restrictive MEL’s, Base critical, MRO support and aircraft engines in repair where work flow is impeded due to lack of material (parts).
  • Coordinates and secures Air Charters / Taxi’s for out-of-service aircraft in both Domestic and International locations.
  • Coordinates and communicates with Integrated Operations Control (IOC) to include but not limited to Managers, Field Tech Support, Routers, Dispatchers, Load Planners and Engineers regarding parts related information for Out of Service (OTS) aircraft or those aircraft with critical deferred maintenance scheduled.
  • Entered data, generated reports and produced tracking documents.

Fuel specialist

Vector Fleet Management
Fort Worth, TX
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Monitor fuel levels and coordinate with fuel supplier to maintain proper fuel levels.
  • Check equipment and tanks for leaks and proper operation.
  • Operate equipment used in the storage and transfer of petroleum products.
  • Ensure accuracy of accounting documents and data entry for fuel handling operations.
  • Coordinated between billing department and customers to resolve problems.
  • Used technical skills to complete [Tasks] in [Software].

Regional parts manager

Global Aviation
Dallas, TX
12.2015 - 01.2018
  • Global Aviation services, DFW Airport Dallas TX.
  • Support 23 technicians for 15 customers, Supporting 3 heavy truck fleets and 5 GSE equipment fleets.
  • Maintain the proper stock of high use items coordinate with vendors on special order parts.
  • Keep the customer informed of the work being performed on there equipment and an ETA for completion.
  • Perform a monthly audit, process invoices and attach them to work orders.
  • Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.

Regional Parts Clerk

Envoy Airlines
Dallas, TX
11.2013 - 12.2015
  • Envoy airlines, DFW airport Dallas, TX, Maintained 46 airports with equipment and parts needs for GSE equipment.
  • Coordinate with mechanics , contractors and vendors to get the equipment back to service as efficiently as possible.
  • Coordinate with Hazmat an hotshot shipping for items hazardous to be sent on a planes.
  • Process warranty claims for new equipment.
  • Maintain proper inventory so work can be completed on time.
  • Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
  • Reached out to vendors outside usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources.

Shift Supervisor

Walmart Distribution Center
Cleburne, TX
03.2013 - 06.2013
  • Create a culture of safety and teamwork in the department, Support the department in preparing and adhering to the department budget.
  • Always seeking innovative ways to improve efficiencies, service and to reduce costs.
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with collective bargaining unit and ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the labor contract.
  • Coordinate the Shipping and Transport schedule and work closely with other departments.
  • Responsible for reporting and taking any necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality problems from occurring.
  • Established effective employee schedules and delegated tasks to take advantage of individual abilities and meet expected demands.

Carpenter

Len Stevens Construction Company
Penn Valley, CA
03.2008 - 01.2013
  • Installed structures & fixtures to include but not limited to: windows, frames, floors, roofing, trim, etc.
  • Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
  • Led variety of projects from start to finish, including garages, residential homes and additions.
  • Kept team members safe and job sites free of hazards by maintaining good organizational skills at all stages.

Education

Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice

De Anza College
Cupertino, CA
09.1998 - 01.2003

No Degree - Automotive Technology/ Criminal Law

Chabot College
Hayward, CA
01.2004 - 04.2004

Skills

Computor programs: Microsoft word, outlook, sceptre, data stream ,icargo, amps,bag trackerundefined

Timeline

Material Planner AOG/MCU

American Airlines, Materials Dispatch- AOG/MCU (Aircraft On The Ground)Integrated Operations Center, IOC
05.2019 - Current

Fuel specialist

Vector Fleet Management
01.2018 - 03.2019

Regional parts manager

Global Aviation
12.2015 - 01.2018

Regional Parts Clerk

Envoy Airlines
11.2013 - 12.2015

Shift Supervisor

Walmart Distribution Center
03.2013 - 06.2013

Carpenter

Len Stevens Construction Company
03.2008 - 01.2013

No Degree - Automotive Technology/ Criminal Law

Chabot College
01.2004 - 04.2004

Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice

De Anza College
09.1998 - 01.2003
Benjamin LependorfMaterial/ Maintenance Planner