Billy Pennington
Orange Park,FL
Summary
Production Control and Quality Assurance Manager with over 9 years of combined civilian and military experience leading large-scale logistics, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proven military track record as a Navy AZ managing $312M+ in aviation inventory, supervising cross-functional teams of up to 300 personnel, and boosting operational productivity by 47% annually. Expert in data-driven decision-making, regulatory compliance, and executing complex schedules in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Control Manager
US NAVY
Jacksonville, FL
07.2020 - Current
- Direct production planning and logistics operations for Naval aviation assets, aligning inventory levels with fluctuating output requirements to meet stringent financial and operational milestones.
- Develop and monitor operational budgets, applying rigorous cost controls that consistently reduce department overhead.
- Enforce strict compliance with OSHA, HAZMAT handling, storage regulatory requirements, and internal safety protocols.
- Supervise cross-functional teams of 75+ members, implementing performance incentive programs that directly advanced team productivity goals.
- Utilize statistical modeling to track order progress, identify production bottlenecks, and deliver clear status updates to senior executives.
- Establish logistics policies and carrier agreements to streamline parts flow between legacy departments and external suppliers.
Quality Assurance Manager
US NAVY
Oak Harbor, WA
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Created, maintained, and audited quality management systems (QMS) to ensure alignment with strict aviation industry standards.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and root cause analyses to identify, mitigate, and resolve production defects.
- Chaired quality review meetings with stakeholders to evaluate performance metrics, improve throughput, and mitigate operational risk.
- Managed and analyzed statistical dashboard data, providing corrective action plans to resolve internal compliance issues.
Maintenance Control Supervisor
US NAVY
Oak Harbor, WA
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Managed an active maintenance and repair schedule for a department of 300 employees, prioritizing requests to maximize equipment readiness.
- Tracked and logged maintenance lifecycle milestones using enterprise database software to confirm compliance with industry guidelines.
- Compile asset data, tool upgrades, and system statuses into comprehensive technical reports for upper management.
- Shrunk workforce knowledge gaps by designing ongoing training and close mentorship programs for junior technicians.
Shift Supervisor
US NAVY
Oak Harbor, WA
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Supervised teams of mechanics and installers to complete technical asset updates on time and within compliance specifications.
- Conducted routine quality assurance inspections of ongoing maintenance builds against blueprints and project design requirements.
- Liaised daily between front-line maintenance teams and executive management to delegate tasks and resolve operational blockers.
Assistant Manager
HIBBETT SPORTS
Bossier City, LA
11.2015 - 10.2016
- Supervised daily operations, established team priorities, managed staff schedules, and conducted employee performance evaluations.
- Executed regular inventory counts, reconciled cash intake/deposits, and analyzed supply chain metrics to forecast stock needs.
- Recruited, hired, and trained team members, creating a positive workspace environment that increased employee retention.
Education
Coursework - Computer Science & Business
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA01.2014
High School Diploma -
Southwood High School
Shreveport, LA05.2013
Skills
- Operations & Production Planning: Workflow Optimization, Resource Allocation, Scheduling, Matrix Management
- Quality & Compliance: Root Cause Analysis, Process Auditing, Risk Mitigation, Safety/HAZMAT Regulations
- Logistics & Supply Chain: Inventory Control, Asset Management ($312M), Vendor & Carrier Agreements
- Leadership & Development: Cross-functional Leadership (300 personnel), Training & Mentorship, Recruiting
Certification
- Aviation Maintenance Administration Course (AZ) | US Navy
- Advanced Leadership and Management Training | US Navy
- Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Storage and Handling
Accomplishments
- Productivity Growth: Increased overall organizational productivity and quality standards by an average of 47% year-over-year through targeted performance training programs.
- Mission Readiness: Achieved a 100% operational readiness rating across 200+ commands by flawlessly executing over 150,000 highly regulated technical tasks.
- Asset Management: Tracked and managed a complex inventory database of over 15,000 line items valued at $312.5M with zero discrepancies.
- Workforce Development: Trained, supervised, and mentored 890+ production and maintenance personnel over a 5-year period.
Timeline
Production Control Manager
US NAVY
07.2020 - Current
Quality Assurance Manager
US NAVY
10.2019 - 07.2020
Maintenance Control Supervisor
US NAVY
06.2019 - 10.2019
Shift Supervisor
US NAVY
02.2017 - 05.2019
Assistant Manager
HIBBETT SPORTS
11.2015 - 10.2016
Coursework - Computer Science & Business
Louisiana State University
High School Diploma -
Southwood High School