David Lopez
Orange
Summary
Safety-focused Operations Supervisor with experience leading teams in highly regulated aviation environments. Proven ability to enforce safety procedures, maintain regulatory compliance, conduct training, investigate incidents, and coordinate personnel and equipment to achieve operational goals. Skilled in employee development, process improvement, documentation, and maintaining a culture of accountability and workplace safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Inland Deicing Services
Elizabeth, NJ
02.2021 - Current
- Assisting the General Manager in daily operations
- Ensure a safe environment during the de/anti-icing operation, all airline and company policies and procedures are followed correctly, and on-time departures
- Managing manpower plans and operational equipment while maintaining compliance with FAA regulation.
- Investigated operational incidents, implemented corrective actions, and maintained high standards of safety and compliance.
- Ensured proper documentation and reports by conducting safety and training audits intermittently and quarterly.
Lead IT Supervisor
Compass Group USA
Newark, NJ
08.2022 - Current
- Manage support staff at Prudential Center.
- Work with arena management teams to identify and resolve I.T requests and concerns.
- Work with third party software and hardware vendors for both new projects, and day to day operational needs.
- Ensure regular systems maintenance and updates are performed in line with Levy, Compass Group, and Prudential Center standards.
- Configure, manage, and support the internal Levy hardware and software infrastructure and network.
Hub Instructor
United Ground Express
Newark, NJ
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Oversee classroom management and on-the-job training for frontline and management employees.
- Maintain instructor qualifications for efficiency training required for Hub work.
- Support the training team in delivering training and post-training support in various subjects.
- Manage multiple requests/projects and prioritize based on operational needs.
- Support Hub transitions and training logistics documentation for prerequisite requirements.
- Complete reports, training sign-offs, and project deliverables in a timely and accurate manner.
Cabin Cleaner
Prospect Airport Services (formerly PrimeFlight Aviation)
Newark, NJ
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Responsible for performing safety inspections of assigned aircrafts.
- Safely used chemicals and other cleaning equipment.
- Enforced lost and found procedures when lost items were found.
- Completed accurate audit of aircraft after proper cleaning and sanitization procedures.
Crew Member
Wendy's
West Caldwell, NJ
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Maintained a high standard of customer service during fast-paced operations.
- Train new employees due to experience.
- Promptly handled guest concerns and complaints.
- Operated a cash register for accurate cash handling and credit card transactions.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Essex County College
Newark, NJ12-2027
High School Diploma -
West Caldwell Technical High School
West Caldwell, NJ06-2019
Skills
- Safety Leadership & Compliance
- FAA Regulatory Compliance
- Incident Investigation & Corrective Actions
- Workplace Safety Practices
- Operational Planning
- Employee Training & Development
- Team Supervision
- Quality Assurance
- Documentation & Reporting
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Accomplishments
Employee of the Month April 2023 and September 2024.
Graduated high school top 1% of class.
Timeline
Hub Instructor
United Ground Express
04.2024 - 09.2024
Lead IT Supervisor
Compass Group USA
08.2022 - Current
Operations Supervisor
Inland Deicing Services
02.2021 - Current
Cabin Cleaner
Prospect Airport Services (formerly PrimeFlight Aviation)
10.2019 - 12.2020
Crew Member
Wendy's
08.2017 - 09.2019
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Essex County College
High School Diploma -
West Caldwell Technical High School