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Cory Rasberry

Cory Rasberry

Cleveland,TX

Summary

Dedicated IT professional with a diverse background in military, K-12 education, and professional software development, seeking an IT Manager role to leverage technical and managerial skills for organizational success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Remote and Inventory Systems Manager

Cleveland Independent School District
02.2016 - Current
  • Entry as a Technician (2yrs), Lead technician (3yrs), Hardware Manager (1.5 yrs), Remote/Inventory Systems Manager (1 yr).
  • Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
  • Led the development and implementation of a remote helpdesk system, resulting in 1880 remotely resolved tickets since 2023.
  • Managed warranty operations, technology ITAD recycling, and inventory systems.
  • Applied Lean Six Sigma methodologies for departmental and district level process improvement.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental training, fostering collaborative relationships with other departments.
  • Initiated and led a successful paid student intern program resulting in industry certifications for 20 students.
  • Participated in strategic planning projects, contributing to the expansion of technology inventory and infrastructure.

Machinist and Software Developer

Mitchell Crane
10.2013 - 02.2016
  • Production Leadership: Took on a leadership role by training and mentoring 3 apprentice machinists. Ensured a seamless knowledge transfer, empowering team members to perform at optimal levels even in the absence of experienced professionals.
  • Innovative Software Development: Designed, developed, tested, deployed, and maintained a cutting-edge software that revolutionized part crafting for the company. This technological solution eliminated the need for hiring experienced professionals, resulting in annual savings of tens of thousands of dollars in wages and unlocking the potential for over 1 million dollars in new product lines.
  • Quality Assurance: Maintained a relentless focus on precision and quality control, guaranteeing the delivery of high-quality machined components.
  • Management Expertise: Spearheaded the production of all critical splined hardware, including gears, pinions, and shafts, for the entire company. Managed the operation of six to ten spline generating machines concurrently, ensuring precision and efficiency in the manufacturing process.
  • Cost-Efficiency Measures: Implemented strategic cost-efficiency measures by optimizing the training process, thereby contributing to overall cost savings and enhancing operational efficiency.

Computer and Detection Systems Repairer

United States Army
06.2010 - 10.2013

    Technical Expertise:

    • Maintenance and Repair: Specialized in maintaining and repairing a diverse range of critical systems and equipment, including microcomputers, electromechanical telecommunications devices, field artillery digital systems, global positioning system receivers, night vision equipment, and laser/fiber optic systems.
    • Secondary Responsibilities: Proficiently handled tasks such as hard drive duplication, network creation, and virus removal. Cross-trained in encrypted radio repair, RADAR repair, and various aspects of general soldiering.
    • Management and Leadership:

      • Team and Squad Leadership: Demonstrated leadership capabilities by earning the titles of Team Leader and later Squad Leader. Responsible for the training, supervision, and welfare of junior enlisted soldiers.
      • Workload Management: Managed the workload distribution, repair, and documentation of all electrical equipment, tooling, and parts for a brigade-level organization comprising 2000 personnel.
      • Asset Management: Directly responsible for overseeing assets and parts valued at over $300 million, ensuring their proper functionality and maintenance.
      • Key Achievements:

        • Successfully led and supervised a team in executing maintenance and repair tasks, contributing to the optimal functioning of critical systems within the brigade.
        • Implemented efficient workload distribution strategies, resulting in streamlined repair processes and improved overall equipment readiness.
        • Managed and maintained assets worth over $300 million, ensuring accountability, functionality, and adherence to rigorous military standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems

University of Houston
Houston, TX
12.2023

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Blinn College
Bryan, TX
12.2015

No Degree - Detection Systems And Encrypted Radio Repair

US Army Ordnance Electronic Maintenance School
Fort Gordon, GA
02.2011

Skills

    • Technical Leadership
    • Software Development
    • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
    • Windows OS (XP - Windows 10)
      • Technology Asset Management
      • Server Administration (Group Policy, Print Management, DHCP, Active Directory)
      • Google G-Suite Administration
      • Tier 3 Helpdesk Administration

Timeline

Remote and Inventory Systems Manager

Cleveland Independent School District
02.2016 - Current

Machinist and Software Developer

Mitchell Crane
10.2013 - 02.2016

Computer and Detection Systems Repairer

United States Army
06.2010 - 10.2013

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems

University of Houston

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Blinn College

No Degree - Detection Systems And Encrypted Radio Repair

US Army Ordnance Electronic Maintenance School
Cory Rasberry