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Charles Zardus

Oswego,New York

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Wabtec Locomotive Services, enhancing operational workflows and spearheading strategic partnerships for growth. Expert in negotiation and operational leadership, I excel in project management and fostering strong customer relationships. Achieved significant process improvements, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and multitasking skills.

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Manager

Wabtec Locomotive Services
09.2014 - 06.2022
  • Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
  • Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
  • Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Successfully managed organizational change initiatives, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while achieving desired outcomes.
  • Assisted with hiring process and training of new employees.
  • Drafted reports and documents to improve correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
  • Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
  • Streamlined business processes by implementing new project management tools and techniques.
  • Coordinated team schedules to keep shifts properly staffed during busy periods.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, leading to significant growth opportunities for the company.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Implemented cost-cutting measures, resulting in substantial savings for the organization without compromising on quality or performance.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to the team''s goals.

Maintenance Manager

Kappa Graphics
03.2008 - 09.2014
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
  • Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
  • Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
  • Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
  • Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
  • Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
  • Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
  • Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
  • Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
  • Documented inventory of spare parts to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborated with other departments to verify completion of maintenance tasks.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Created and submitted detailed reports to highlight maintenance activities and equipment performance.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance team by encouraging open communication, problem-solving initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
  • Mentored new hires in company procedures, safety protocols, and technical skills necessary for their roles as maintenance professionals.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations through diligent record-keeping, reporting practices, and regular audits.
  • Streamlined work order processes for quicker response times, resulting in increased productivity and reduced costs.
  • Enhanced safety standards through regular inspections, staff training, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
  • Evaluated and recommended new technologies for potential integration into the facility''s maintenance operations, ensuring continued growth and adaptability in the face of industry advancements.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
  • Prepared and reviewed maintenance contracts with external service providers to offer mutually binding agreements.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Maintenance Supervisor

Offset Paperback Manufacturers
03.1994 - 03.2014
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
  • Supervised 17 employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
  • Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
  • Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
  • Prioritized preventative measures such as lubrication programs and vibration analysis that helped extend equipment life cycles and reduce overall costs.
  • Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
  • Tracked and progressed maintenance requests in CMMS systems to meet schedules.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of facility expansions, ensuring proper installation of new equipment and seamless integration with existing systems.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.

Aircraft Systems Supervisor

U S Government
09.1983 - 06.1994
  • Established effective communication channels, fostering open dialogue between departments.
  • Managed 6 support shops to perform maintenance on 11 CH-47 helicopters For PAANG.
  • Provided operational ready aircraft to support training.
  • Reduced downtime for critical systems with proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
  • Managed life cycle replacement of major aircraft components
  • Led technical upgrade projects for aircraft by working and coordinating with consultants and technicians.

Aircraft Technician

US Army
07.1976 - 05.1983
  • Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with Army regulations.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
  • Consistently maintained a clean and organized work area, facilitating efficient operations and minimizing workplace hazards.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues, providing expert guidance to resolve problems quickly and effectively.
  • Reduced aircraft downtime through meticulous scheduling and prioritization of maintenance tasks.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors during the repair process, enhancing overall reliability of the fleet.
  • Efficiently managed multiple projects concurrently, successfully meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop efficient workflows, resulting in seamless coordination of aircraft maintenance operations.
  • Improved aircraft maintenance efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
  • Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and audits.
  • Conducted thorough inspections for optimal aircraft safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Provided timely communication with pilots and crew regarding required maintenance actions, fostering strong working relationships between departments.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Optimized inventory management through diligent tracking of tools and materials, minimizing shortages during critical repairs.
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Performed vital preventive maintenance tasks to extend the service life of aircraft components and systems.
  • Skillfully utilized specialized diagnostic equipment for accurate identification of system malfunctions, leading to quicker resolution of issues.
  • Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
  • Used leveling compounds and scotch casts to seal parts, assemblies, and sub-assemblies.
  • Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
  • Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety at all times.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
  • Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
  • Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wilkes Barre Area Vocational Technical School
Plains Township

Bachelor of Arts -

Miller- Motte
Chattanooga, TN
11-2027

No Degree -

Miller- Motte
Chattanooga, TN
06-2024

Bachelor of Arts -

Kaplan
Online
12-2016

Associate of Arts -

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA Wilkes Barre Campus
01-1985

High School Diploma -

James M Coughlin HS
Wilkes-Barre, PA
06-1976

Skills

  • Operational leadership
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Vendor engagement
  • Staffing level maintenance
  • Project Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Effective leader
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Process Improvement
  • Staff hiring
  • Employee review
  • Scheduling
  • Staff Training
  • Logistics
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability

Interests

  • Music
  • Camping
  • Fundraising Events
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Fishing and Boating
  • Motorcycling

Timeline

Business Manager

Wabtec Locomotive Services
09.2014 - 06.2022

Maintenance Manager

Kappa Graphics
03.2008 - 09.2014

Maintenance Supervisor

Offset Paperback Manufacturers
03.1994 - 03.2014

Aircraft Systems Supervisor

U S Government
09.1983 - 06.1994

Aircraft Technician

US Army
07.1976 - 05.1983

High School Diploma -

Wilkes Barre Area Vocational Technical School

Bachelor of Arts -

Miller- Motte

No Degree -

Miller- Motte

Bachelor of Arts -

Kaplan

Associate of Arts -

Pennsylvania State University

High School Diploma -

James M Coughlin HS

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