CELENA NELSON
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Material Logistics Specialist with a proven track record at American Airlines, excelling in import/export compliance and inventory management. Adept at streamlining procurement processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Strong analytical skills complemented by effective communication, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and fostering collaboration across teams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Logistics Specialist
AMERICAN AIRLINES
Houston, TX
2021.08 - Current
- Worked with Customs broker, freight forwarder or exporter/importer with direct import and export.
- Working knowledge with export and import shipments through FEDEX, generic Freight Companies and through American Airlines aircraft
- Facilitated procurement of necessary parts and materials for operational efficiency.
- Maintain inventory established specifications and in serviceable condition by following the appropriate procedures to exchange broken parts that are in need of repair
- Checked parts against acquisition forms to identify mishandling or discrepancies using Sceptre, Safe, Airvault, AES, and EEI.
- Received and prepared repair order forms for non-hazardous and hazardous materials shipped via HazRaps software, adhering to OSHA and FAA guidelines.
- Executed documentation for loaning and acquiring materials from other airlines and FAA-approved aircraft facilities.
Onboarding Safety Technician
SEBL SERVICE SUPPLIER INC.
Houston, TX
2017.04 - 2021.08
- Developed safety and occupational safety training programs to comply with state and federal regulations, industry standards and organizational guidelines.
- Conducted job safety analyses to ensure adherence to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures.
- Provided health and safety training to employees regarding safety protocols.
- Enforced accident prevention and loss control systems to create safe WORK conditions.
- Identified workforce safety violations and issued violations to maintain integrity of the safety program.
- Monitored subcontractor's adherence to site safety management plan and issued written warnings for nonconformance.
- Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
- Collaborated with OSHA and regulatory agencies on citations, accidents, and claims to establish effective corrective action plans.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Examined credentials, licenses and permits for compliance with licensing requirements.
- Distributed safety equipment, such as safety harnesses, and performed inspections to ensure employee safety.
- Developed, implemented and trained on safety programs and injury prevention programs for industry clients.
- Updated contract, project and crew leaders with daily status reports on observations and incidents.
Records Specialist (Contract)
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES FOR HIREGENICS
Dallas, TX
2019.09 - 2020.03
- Logged page discrepancies and deferred maintenance items; reviewed maintenance documentation for accuracy, sign-off, and compliance
- Coordinated with the Records Team to escalate unresolved requests to the appropriate team for timely resolutions.
- Executed contract agreements while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Audited aircraft maintenance work performed by mechanics to ensure adherence to standards
- Performed the data entry in the Maintenance Activity Communication History module of the maintenance computer system.
- Assisted in updates for tracking level changes
- Worked with MX Programs and Configurations Control
- Responds to requests for part/inventory issue resolution in a timely manner for operational, Receiving Inspection, or Stores Needs.
Customer Service Representative Manager
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
Houston, TX
2013.03 - 2017.04
- Oversaw posting of adjustments, refunds, and contractual allowances to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Reviewed charge error and unmatched credit reports daily for The Methodist Hospital System departments, implementing corrections to enhance reporting accuracy.
- Informed department stakeholders of recurring errors and collaborated with Functional Analysis and Process Improvement manager and Charge and Reconciliation coordinator to develop targeted training initiatives.
- Entered & assured accuracy of new charges into the Health Information System (HIS).
- Manually credited procedures and/or supplies that had been entered or interpreted incorrectly
- Supported Nurse Auditors by conducting surgery charge audits and correcting medical coding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
Houston, TXAssociates in Arts (AA) -
Houston Community College Systems
Houston, TXNCCER Field Safety Certification -
Hybrid Solutions
Houston, TXNCCER Safety Technology Certification -
Hybrid Solutions
Houston, TXNCCER Construction Site Safety Orientation (CSSO) -
Hybrid Solutions
Houston, TXNCCER Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST) -
Hybrid Solutions
Houston, TXNCCER Construction Site Safety Supervision (CSSS) -
Hybrid Solutions
Houston, TXNCCER Leadership Certification -
Hybrid Solutions
HoustonOSHA 30 Certification -
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
HoustonHazmat Shipment Certification -
American Airlines Technical Operations
Austin, TXForklift Certified -
American Airlines Technical Operations Austin, TX
Austin, TXSkills
- Import/export compliance
- Customs documentation
- Freight forwarding
- Hazardous materials handling
- Inventory management
- Procurement processes
- Supply chain coordination
Timeline
Material Logistics Specialist
AMERICAN AIRLINES
2021.08 - Current
Records Specialist (Contract)
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES FOR HIREGENICS
2019.09 - 2020.03
Onboarding Safety Technician
SEBL SERVICE SUPPLIER INC.
2017.04 - 2021.08
Customer Service Representative Manager
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
2013.03 - 2017.04
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
Associates in Arts (AA) -
Houston Community College Systems
NCCER Field Safety Certification -
Hybrid Solutions
NCCER Safety Technology Certification -
Hybrid Solutions
NCCER Construction Site Safety Orientation (CSSO) -
Hybrid Solutions
NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST) -
Hybrid Solutions
NCCER Construction Site Safety Supervision (CSSS) -
Hybrid Solutions
NCCER Leadership Certification -
Hybrid Solutions
OSHA 30 Certification -
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Hazmat Shipment Certification -
American Airlines Technical Operations
Forklift Certified -
American Airlines Technical Operations Austin, TX