Darin Bragg
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Resourceful Maintenance Foreman known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specializes in equipment repair, preventive maintenance strategies, and safety compliance. Excels at leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring seamless operations and team coordination.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Maintenance Foreman
Akima Facilities Operations
Fort Carson, Colorado
10.2021 - Current
- Increase efficiency of maintenance cycle inspections by effectively following prescribed quality standards from the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Army policies
- Meticulously inspect returned equipment to guarantee compliance with safety regulations and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Implement strategic measures to address identified unsatisfactory trends and weaknesses in the QC system.
- Maintain constant surveillance over work areas and conditions to uphold the production of high-quality products and safe operations.
- Enhance operational performance by maintaining work requirements through consistent adherence to technical manual TM 10/20 and OEM guidelines.
- Ensure correct identification and annotation of maintenance document deficiencies.
- Work closely alongside quality control (QC) to foster a shared understanding of specifications and acceptance standards, leading to the successful resolution of inspection discrepancies
- Achieve enhanced productivity by taking corrective actions based on identified areas of opportunity.
- Maintain accurate data recording and efficient management of maintenance event information utilizing Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-A) as well as various other documentation approaches
- Strong interpersonal skills are crucial for establishing, maintaining, and improving relationships with employees and personnel through effective communication.
Operations Specialist GS-9/11 Term Position
US ARMY PUEBLO CHEMICAL DEPOT (PCD)
Pueblo, Colorado
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Analyzed quality data to identify unfavorable trends and weaknesses within the quality control system.
- Proactively identified and responded to potential issues, developments, and trends that impacted Pueblo Chemical Depot through efficient emergency operations management.
- Provided regular quality-related updates and timely reports to both the Commander and Operation Division Chief, along with recommendations for corrective actions and optimal emergency response plans.
- Delivered regular progress reports to maintain and enhance emergency preparedness policy guidance for response, recovery, and planning procedures related to All Hazards scenarios.
- Conducted post-activity evaluations and surveys to evaluate adherence to protocols, local/state guidelines, and Department of Army (DA) standards.
- Implemented effective surveillance techniques and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Showcased adaptability and quick learning capabilities by independently resolving issues, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
Ground Support Equipment, Lead
Akima Facilities Operations
Fort Carson, Colorado
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Led a team of nine mechanics in overseeing maintenance operations across 56 training areas and 84 target ranges.
- Increased productivity by 40% through the implementation of a customer-centric approach to improving the efficiency of the dysfunctional maintenance program.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections throughout equipment lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safety and quality assurance standards.
- Maintained consistent conformity to work standards and requirements through strict adherence to technical manual TM 10/20 and OEM guidelines.
- Demonstrated effective implementation of risk management and safety measures in equipment maintenance, leading to an accident-free safety record.
- Resolved inspection discrepancies by utilizing expertise in operations, processes, procedures, and SOP, as well as the Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-Army)
- Prepared inspection reports containing details on repair status, deficiency numbers, and types, as well as favorable and unfavorable trends.
Production Control Clerk
Akima Facilities Operations
Fort Carson, Colorado
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Received top rating on annual evaluation for demonstrating exceptional leadership skills among six peers.
- Managed accurate recording of work accomplishments and administrative information, as required, resulting in a government audit pass rate lower than 1%.
- Increased efficiency of maintenance cycle inspections through effective utilization of prescribed quality standards from the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Army policies
- Acquired proficiency in utilizing the Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-Army)
- Maximized operational output and minimized equipment downtime for six units through prompt resolution of customer concerns, resulting in increased productivity.
- Demonstrated essential skills in establishing, maintaining, and enhancing employee and personnel relationships through effective oral and written communication.
- Enhanced productivity and strengthened the quality assurance (QA) program by integrating statistical process controls through the implementation of continuous improvement principles.
Data Analysis Specialist
Vencore
Fort Carson, Colorado
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Gathered data to identify the magnitude and direction of changes in workload trends, as well as the corresponding required procedures.
- Employed inspection reports and findings to identify areas for improvement in the quality of internal operations and streamline service delivery to other activities.
- Recorded and managed data collection on maintenance events with precision using Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-A) and various digital platforms
- Achieved 99% accuracy in preparing and transmitting approved quality data to Material Systems Analysis Activity (AMSAA) on the Stryker platform
- Enhanced vehicle readiness through the generation of comprehensive graphic reports for over 700 maintenance requests, elevating overall performance from 82% to 93%.
- Gained trust from customers by conducting on-site evaluations, delivering presentations, and meeting training requirements.
- Resolved inspection discrepancies, ensuring strict adherence to compliance standards and high-quality work by utilizing a thorough knowledge of operations, processes, procedures, and SOPs.
- Implemented quality assurance measures throughout the entire process of gathering, processing, and analyzing data.
Senior Maintenance Supervisor
Army
Various Locations
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Supervised and coordinated a 134-member maintenance team, contributing to the efficient functioning of the 1-8 Infantry battalion in the 3rd Brigade Combat Team.
- Achieved second-best rank in the esteemed 21st TSC Army Award for Maintenance Excellence (AAME) program by outperforming competition from eight other units, showcasing exceptional performance
- Analyzed quality data, identifying unsatisfactory trends/conditions and weaknesses in the quality control system.
- Conducted thorough inspections throughout the acceptance, in-process, and final phases to ensure compliance with safety standards and valid requirements.
- Maintained work requirements by adhering to the technical manual TM 10/20 and OEM guidelines, resulting in improved operational performance.
- Collaborated with quality control personnel and shop supervisors to enhance understanding of specifications and acceptance standards, facilitating seamless resolution of inspection discrepancies.
- Guided leaders on inspection requirements, while accurately completing various forms, to ensure adherence to standards and document shortcomings.
Quality Control Inspector
Army
Fort Riley, Kansas
11.2010 - 01.2013
- Applied expertise in operations, processes, and SOPs to efficiently address inspection discrepancies and ensure compliance with standards for high-quality work.
- Implemented effective communication channels between the quality control office, shop office, and supervisors, resulting in the timely resolution of inspection inconsistencies.
- Conducted initial, in-process, and final inspections to maintain safety and quality control for equipment being returned to the organization.
- Evaluated technical and administrative data to assess the efficiency of the quality control system and advised on appropriate corrective actions.
- Ensured consistent conformity to work standards and requirements by strictly adhering to technical manual TM 10/20 and OEM guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - Emergency Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COBachelor of Science - Business Administration-Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COAssociate of Science - Business Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Quality Assurance
- Workforce scheduling
- Project Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Attention to Detail
- Regulatory Guidance
- Maintenance Operations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-A)
- Maintenance Leaders Course
- Motor Pool Operations Management Course
- Quality Control / Quality Assurance Course
- Maintenance Management / Evaluations Course
- Motor Pool Safety Operations Course
Timeline
General Maintenance Foreman
Akima Facilities Operations
10.2021 - Current
Operations Specialist GS-9/11 Term Position
US ARMY PUEBLO CHEMICAL DEPOT (PCD)
12.2020 - 09.2021
Ground Support Equipment, Lead
Akima Facilities Operations
04.2019 - 11.2020
Production Control Clerk
Akima Facilities Operations
05.2018 - 04.2019
Data Analysis Specialist
Vencore
09.2016 - 04.2018
Senior Maintenance Supervisor
Army
03.2013 - 08.2016
Quality Control Inspector
Army
11.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - Emergency Management
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration-Management
Colorado Technical University
Associate of Science - Business Management
Colorado Technical University
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