Danny Divelbiss
Bonney Lake,WA
Summary
Dedicated and dependable operations manager with over 17 years of aircraft manufacturing experience of which 10 years has been in a leadership role. Proficient at leading and developing high-performing teams while focusing on safety, quality, and team culture as a driving force. I pride myself at being an industrious worker that excels at problem solving and is able to adapt to any situation utilizing my ability to lead cross-functional teams. I am seeking an opportunity to further my career in leadership while contributing my strengths in communication, standardize processes, and empowering my peers.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Flightline Ops Manager / 737 Decorative Paint
Boeing
Seattle, WA
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for solutions that improve operational flow and reduce defects/inefficiencies.
- Achieved Kaizen Award for new standardized MIT tools.
- Performed root cause analysis on emergent issues during production; developed action plans to address problems quickly.
- Provided leadership direction and guidance throughout the organization; promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members.
- Ensured compliance with FAA and regulations related to health, safety, and environmental protection, as well as company policies regarding employee conduct.
- Communicate customer/FAA found defects to teams to drive employee developed solutions.
- Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.
Decorative Paint Specialist/Lead
Boeing
Seattle, WA
06.2011 - 11.2022
- Applied and won Team Lead position from July 2015 to November 2022
- Preform OJT to standardized work for employees to meet aircraft production requirements.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to develop effective solutions to meet organization/customer needs.
- Communicate status of teams with leadership counterparts addressing issues/concerns.
- Troubleshoot issues and navigate through challenges to maintain schedule and quality.
- Diverse knowledge in paint operations and paint systems.
- Enforce strict adherence to technical specifications and customer expectations of quality.
- Plan/assign daily operations, including prioritizing and delegating tasks and assignments and implementing strategies to optimize workflows.
- Experience/trained working on/around live aircraft, LOTO, PC700, repair station.
Spray Painter B (767/747) / Lead
Boeing
Everett , WA
07.2007 - 06.2011
- Acquired Boeing approved training for paint/special coatings.
- Developed Leader skills through team lead role and attending Boeing leadership courses.
- Audited hazardous waste, production, quality, safety utilizing Work Area Self Assessments.
- Assigned/tracked work package of 747/767 programs from spar build to final assembly.
- Gain qualifications for understaffed certifications for vapor barrier coat applications.
- Worked with Cross functional team to develop new process flows for 747 Wing Paint to meet 10 Day cycle.
- Area Focal for Level (5) 5's, help prep our organization to meet military needs for 767 tanker.
Education
GED -
Pierce College
Puyallup, WA01-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Communication
- Decisiveness/Decision making
- Setting Expectations / Goals
- Empathy/Companionate
- Understanding/Broadcasting Company Values
- Workforce Planning
- Leading and Developing others
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Problem Solving/Troubleshooting
- Developing processes/work flow
- Strong Understanding of Engineering Drawings,blueprints, BAC specifications
- Computer Proficient
- Risk Management, Safety
- Detail Orientated
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Deep understanding of Policies
- Quickly adapts to all situations
Boeing Specific Programs
- SAT system - CMES - IVT - REDARS - MAPS - PSDS - Bueprint Reading - AFRS - MARS - POD - MPR - Smart Factory - Op-Hats - ETS - Intake system - AMS - Seek, Speak, Listen
Timeline
Flightline Ops Manager / 737 Decorative Paint
Boeing
11.2022 - Current
Decorative Paint Specialist/Lead
Boeing
06.2011 - 11.2022
Spray Painter B (767/747) / Lead
Boeing
07.2007 - 06.2011
GED -
Pierce College
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Arizona State University