David Kirkland
Maryville,TN
Summary
Dedicated candidate eager to employ project management and technical skills. Qualified to lead and mentor team of creative professionals. Highly collaborative with strong work ethic.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Production
DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee
Maryville, TN
04.2024 - Current
- Reduced production defects by implementing rigorous quality control measures and providing detailed feedback to production teams.
- Interpreted and followed production orders to maintain compliance with production standards and unique product specifications.
- Troubleshot production issues promptly, minimizing downtime for end users.
- Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
Pastor
East Alcoa Baptist Church
Alcoa, TN
01.2021 - Current
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Equipment Manager for Machine Shop
DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee
Maryville, TN
01.2010 - 03.2024
- Reduced downtime in operations by performing proactive maintenance on equipment.
- Maintained clean and organized facilities.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Monitored equipment and tool inventory to consistent replenishment in alignment with demand.
- Established preventive maintenance schedules to minimize breakdowns and extend the life of equipment.
- Rough cut material to prep for machinists work orders
- Inbound and outbound shipping for department
- Off-campus deliveries and pickups
- Maintained schedule for gauge calibration for department
Vacation Bible School Director
Chilhowee Baptist Association
Alcoa, TN
10.2013 - 05.2022
- Coordinated and implemented training for churches within the Chilhowee Baptist Association including presentation of teaching materials.
- Promoted VBS as community outreach for the churches.
- Implemented innovative recruitment strategies to attract new volunteers and maintain existing ones for consistent support.
- Promoted a culture of inclusivity among staff and volunteers by fostering open communication and mutual respect within the program.
Worship Pastor and Youth Pastor
Oak Street Baptist Church
Maryville, TN
01.2006 - 12.2020
- Facilitated mission trips for church members to serve disadvantaged communities demonstrating the power of faith in action.
- Taught Youth Sunday School Class.
- Mentored students through teaching, activities, and counseling.
- Coordinated and implemented yearly Vacation Bible School.
- Developed strong volunteer teams for music ministry, providing training and mentorship to musicians and vocalists.
- Filled in for Senior Pastor when needed.
- Led weekly worship services.
Production
DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee
Maryville, TN
10.1990 - 12.2009
- Reduced production defects by implementing rigorous quality control measures and providing detailed feedback to production teams.
- Interpreted and followed production orders to maintain compliance with production standards and unique product specifications.
- Troubleshot production issues promptly, minimizing downtime for end users.
- Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
- Served as 2nd shift Acting Team Leader from 1997 - 1998
- Served as 3rd shift Group Leader from 1998 - 2004
- Served as 3rd shift Process Expert from 2004 - 2006
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics
Tennessee Institute of Electronics
Knoxville03.1989
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Maryville05.1987
Timeline
Production
DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee
04.2024 - Current
Pastor
East Alcoa Baptist Church
01.2021 - Current
Vacation Bible School Director
Chilhowee Baptist Association
10.2013 - 05.2022
Equipment Manager for Machine Shop
DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee
01.2010 - 03.2024
Worship Pastor and Youth Pastor
Oak Street Baptist Church
01.2006 - 12.2020
Production
DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee
10.1990 - 12.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics
Tennessee Institute of Electronics
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School