My interest include outdoor activities and cooking When there is time away from youth sports I also enjoy traveling that usually crosses paths with some type of history and more off the beaten path experiences and adventures
Brian Cofer
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Versatile problem solver with an excellent work ethic, who is a highly organized multi-tasker. A creative thinker who adapts by focusing on the mission but also remains aware of the "big picture" implications. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Proven to be effective at collaborating with different groups with various technical backgrounds. Highly organized with an effective resourceful mindset. Ability and willingness to help others understand the root cause of issues. Experienced in project management and can function independently or as a part of a management team to find solutions and stay on task.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Assurance
Supplier Management Solutions
05.2019 - 10.2024
- Tracked the flow of critical parts through suppliers manufacturing facilities from production planning, manufacturing, quality inspection and delivery to the customer.
- Facilitated daily meetings with numerous customer suppliers including sub-contract providers. The meetings would confirm current production status and track all expedite requests accordingly.
- Strived to keep customer satisfaction high by promptly addressing and resolving any service delivery issues affecting various customer programs.
- Reviewed root cause delays/disruptions that affected deliver to insure steps are taken to mitigate delays from happening again.
- Created and maintained daily status reports by updating any new status/delay associated with customer orders.
Project Manager
Chandler Industries
12.2017 - 03.2019
- Coordinated production schedules daily with various internal departments, i.e (Planning, Production, Quality, Shipping/Receiving.
- Held daily status meetings to address current issues and to triage critical parts that required expedite and/or partial deliveries to avoid "line down" situations.
- Reviewed customer purchase orders and created sales orders to ensure prompt order confirmation to the customer.
- Created and updated various milestone progress reports or "return to green" plans that provided up to date status to the customer while keeping the the next task visible and confirming who is responsible for its completion.
Project Manager
Integrated Manufacture Industries
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Reviewed all customer orders with various departments prior to any order acceptance. Ensuring that all specifications could be met and materia/production schedules were on-time.
- Core member of the AS9100 implementation team resulting in certification.
- Implemented and conducted daily meetings with department supervisors to avoid any confusion of critical needs and what departments were responsible for their completion,
Program Manager
Aerospace Manufacturing Inc.
02.2014 - 10.2016
- Customer advocate and main point of contact for all customer needs and requests.
- Implemented and conducted a contract review process to ensure all departments were a "go" with the order and that all specifications could be met, prior to acceptance.
- Coordinated all Sub-Contract orders and lead times for testing, plating, painting, part mark and first article inspections.
- Responsible for scheduling meetings and to confirm all needed parties would be present to effectively communicate and avoid wasting time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2006
Skills
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Familiarity with shipping and Receiving Processes
- Microsoft Word/Excel/Powerpoint/Teams
- Make easy to follow reports
- Providing detail updates
- Presenting detailed progress
- Coordinating with various parties
- Google Sheets
- Overseeing recovery plans
- Return to Green Applications
Accomplishments
- Collaborated and worked closely with major Aerospace/Defense companies such as Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, GE, Collins Aerospace and Bell Helicopter.
- Restored confidence in OTD with Lockheed Martin that resulted in new and sustained business after being labeled as "under performing" prior to my employment.
- Implemented and coordinated contract review policies and procedures for a successful AS9100 certification for the 1st time ever for my employer.
- Rejuvenated a shipping and receiving department that had poor morale due to lack of appreciation and direction by giving the department a voice and a seat at production meetings and allow the department to institute what worked better for them.
Certification
Single Engine Private Pilot Certificate
Interests
Timeline
Delivery Assurance
Supplier Management Solutions
05.2019 - 10.2024
Project Manager
Chandler Industries
12.2017 - 03.2019
Project Manager
Integrated Manufacture Industries
10.2016 - 07.2017
Program Manager
Aerospace Manufacturing Inc.
02.2014 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of North Dakota
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