Dynamic manager experienced in coordinating diverse teams and overseeing complex projects. Proven expertise in strategic planning and operational improvement, leading to enhanced efficiency and productivity. A track record of implementing innovative solutions that drive positive organizational change while upholding high quality standards.
Hi, I’m
Dominick Cheatham
New Orleans ,LA
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
BoeingNew Orleans, LA
System Engineer
10.2023 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Coordinated and enhanced existing databases, and established new databases as part of the initiative. This effort improved first-time quality by 75%.
- Streamlined processes by effectively applying advanced Excel formulas and functions, including VLOOKUP.
- Provided weekly inventory reports of materials moving in and out of stock.
- Monitored lifespan limit imposed by design, materials, or functionality.
- Documented process for new hire system access.
- Collected subjective evidence for expired parts to be removed from the space shuttle.
- Identified and updated service life dates in Excel spreadsheets.
- Validated accurate data by cross-referencing information between inventory systems.
- I reported the inventory assessment spreadsheet in the weekly staff meeting.
- Coordinated and enhanced the existing limited-life operating database, and established a new database as part of the initiative.
BoeingNew Orleans, LA
Logistics Engineer
06.2021 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Implemented processes to improve the efficiency of logistics operations by 50%.
- Developed an inventory document for logistics inventories.
- Implemented strategic design changes in warehouse for better space management.
- Established monitoring procedures for shipment tracking at all transit points.
- Monitored performance metrics for product delivery to the NASA customer.
- Assisted in developing new logistics solutions by identifying process improvements.
- Created process maps, layouts, and material movement plans in support of operational needs.
- Managed site positioning systems, radio-frequency identification, and scanning hardware technologies to locate rotational ground support equipment.
- Identified opportunities to reduce costs related to equipment handling, storage, packaging, shipping, and receiving.
- Provided logistic support analysis documents to the NASA customer.
- The Property Custodian is responsible for all ground support equipment in the space launch program.
BoeingNew Orleans, LA
Government Property Specialist
08.2019 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Reviewed incoming and outgoing transfer documents for accuracy on accountable tools, materials, and equipment.
- Created and maintained records for all government transfers of authority for the SPEC/STAGES contract.
- Completed over 4,000 inventory scans using radio frequency technology for accountable and non-accountable assets.
- Wrote DI for transfers of accountability for G.8 clause transfers to the NASA customer.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions in the acquisition phase.
- Completed NASA Form 57 reviews for assets moving off-site.
- Reviewed Property Move Order (PMO) documents, and updated GOLD locations for internal movement of assets.
- Conducted training sessions on utilizing Parts Tracking Application for operational efficiency.
- Created and maintained GOLD records for government assets.
- Routed newly acquired asset transfer documents for government approval and signature.
- Maintained government property logs per the FAR Part 45.
Boeing CoNew Orleans, LA
Production Coordinator Lead
08.2015 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Developed measures to improve efficiency by 90% by presenting performance improvements to management, and revising procedures.
- Actively engaged in safety drills by leading others in safety and FOD walks, which resulted in 0 accidents in the receiving area for 3 years.
- Oversaw a six-person receiving team, including validating first-time quality, delegating assignments, and training new employees.
- Operated powered lift trucks, floor sweepers, pallet jacks, and forklifts safely, with a 0% incident rate.
- Entered data into Excel to load and manipulate data, and to produce reports.
- Reduced the operating budget by 30% and misships by 50% by implementing new policies and procedures.
- Assisted production schedulers in forecasting and inventory management for upcoming demand fluctuations, and prevented material shortages and production downtime.
Lowes Companies IncNew Orleans, LA
Department Manager
04.2012 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Used sales reports and performance data to assess, optimize, and elevate operations to meet current and expected demands.
- Improved efficiency by 40% through supervising daily staff assignments and tasks.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable, and friendly service.
- Supported shrinkage and safety awareness, reviewed sales and inventory data, identified trends, and prepared reports for management.
- Developed, implemented, and tracked marketing and promotional strategies to strengthen long-term business success and meet demanding objectives while maintaining budgetary guidelines.
- Worked directly with a staff of 30+ to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures, and boost bottom-line profitability.
Skills
- Radio Frequency Identification
- Team leadership
- Supply and inventory management
- PowerPoint
- Inventory control
- Employee training
- Process improvements
- Value stream mapping
- Knowledge of the 5S methodology
- Health and safety compliance
- Process writing certification
- Conditioning and quality procedure expertise
- Adobe software packages
- Project implementation
- Shipping and receiving
- Training and mentoring
- Loss prevention
- MS Office
- Quality assurance standards
- Production oversight
- Workforce training
- Team building
- Performance evaluation
- Innovation management
- Workflow optimization
- Process mapping
- Lean Six Sigma
- Report generation
- Excel
- Property management principles
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Tracking inventory levels and orders
- Operating systems
- Database administration
- Process improvement expertise
- Transportation and logistics planning
- Leadership and change management
- Property management expertise
- Project management
- SAP expertise
Education
University of Maine At Presque IslePresque Isle, ME
BBA from Business Management And Organizational Leadership
05-2025
University Overview
St. Augustine High school New Orleans
High School Diploma
2002
University Overview
Villanova UniversityVillanova, PA
Professional Certificate in Business Processes from Business Management
2018
University Overview
University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of BusinessNotre Dame, IN
Professional Certification in Management from Management
03-2017
University Overview
University of Notre DameNotre Dame, IN
from Certification Foundations of Management
University Overview
Department Of Transportation
Certification from Hazmat Certified
05.2018
University Overview
Project Management Institute
SAP Materials Management Cert
University Overview
LinkedIn Learning
Six Sigma Black Belt
University Overview
Timeline
System Engineer
Boeing
10.2023 - 01.2025
Logistics Engineer
Boeing
06.2021 - 10.2023
Government Property Specialist
Boeing
08.2019 - 06.2021
Production Coordinator Lead
Boeing Co
08.2015 - 08.2019
Department Manager
Lowes Companies Inc
04.2012 - 08.2015
University of Maine At Presque Isle
BBA from Business Management And Organizational Leadership
St. Augustine High school
High School Diploma
Villanova University
Professional Certificate in Business Processes from Business Management
Department Of Transportation
Certification from Hazmat Certified
University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business
Professional Certification in Management from Management
University of Notre Dame
from Certification Foundations of Management
Project Management Institute
SAP Materials Management Cert
LinkedIn Learning
Six Sigma Black Belt
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