Don Wright
Arcade
Summary
Dynamic Technical Trainer with a proven track record at Moog Inc., excelling in employee development and process optimization. Skilled in Power Bi and team leadership, I have successfully implemented training programs that enhanced productivity and engagement. My commitment to safety and continuous improvement has driven significant operational efficiencies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Trainer
Moog inc.
04.2025 - Current
- Developed curriculum to train and upskill new and current Moog employees
- Designed lesson plans for 2, 4, and 6 week training programs
- Procured materials and tooling to support creation of test kits.
- Set up and program test kit parts that trainees with work to
Senior Process Supervisor
Moog inc.
Elma
05.2021 - 04.2025
- Create and utilize Power Bi reports to track Variance to Standard, Capacity planning and other metrics to track manufacturing.
- Assure maximum utilization and efficiency of personnel and equipment to provide optimum productivity at the least possible cost to meet manufacturing schedules and delivery commitments.
- Evaluate personnel within the department for the purposes of (a) probationary employee reports, (b) job posting and (c) expectation conversations. Assist department personnel in goal and expectation setting.
- Maintain competent and effective work group by providing technical assistance and instructions, training, developing, motivating, and counseling subordinates. Ensure good housekeeping and safe working conditions within the section(s) to provide a pleasant working environment, limit on the job injuries, and reduce lost time. Inspect the area daily for unsafe working conditions, signs of equipment breakdown, and general untidiness.
- Accounted for deviant parts by issuing Material Scrap Notices (MSN) and Material Disposition Reports (MDR), suggesting salvageable parts and efficient manufacturing methods through Requests for Methods Revisions (RMR).
- Improved production efficiency by analyzing standards and recommending adjustments to minimize variance.
- Coordinated tasks and responsibilities for 23 direct reports to ensure effective team operations.
- The Process Supervisor works with the Department Manager to identify areas for lean and other improvement activities to achieve high impact results including increased profitability, productivity, and capacity, and reduced internal costs, lead times and inventory.
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Moog inc.
Elma
06.2018 - 05.2021
- Facilitated workflow within Large Part Machining Cell
- Created rework operation sheet using CAMS.
- Co-led process walks for LEMA parts in large parts machining cell to identify improvement opportunities
- Operated Mazak 5 Axis Mill
- Led 5s Events for new Additive Machining cell.
- Created Prints using N/X Unigraphics software.
- Currently being mentored to be Process Supervisor for Industrial Division
- Led innovative design layout for LPM Cell utilizing the 3P process within the Lean tools to a successful completion.
- Developed streamlined process for setup books and tools for machines in LPM cell, enhancing operational efficiency
- Executed a stretch assignment in the process supervisor role for half of the normal work week.
- Mentoring several employees to advance per their career progression plan.
- Mentoring SPDT of Turbines to better use the tiered management process to its fullest.
- Support the manufacturing operations team in a backup role as part of my progression to a leadership position.
- Working with the PDL and SPS on capacity planning within the turbine cell
- Well versed in Cause and Corrective action within the Moog TipQA system.
Production Delivery Technician
Moog inc.
Elma
07.2014 - 06.2018
- Set up and run inspection programs on Zeiss CMM
- Developed performance metrics to identify and resolve operational issues.
- Led process improvements and facilitated daily tier one board meetings.
- Initiated non-conformance reports and supported root cause analysis process.
- Lead and participate in Lean manufacturing and Value Stream mapping Activities.
- Lead and support 5S and Kaizen activities
- Collaborated with operation engineers to enhance efficiency in large part machining cell, gained trust to edit UG/NX programs directly at machine.
- Currently Supporting the manufacturing system design in large part machining and turbines assembly cell
Team Leader
Everfab inc
Wales
01.2006 - 07.2014
- Lead programmer and set up person on a seven axis Mazak Integrex
- Improved processes by initiating set up and cycle time reduction on the Integrex, saving time and enhancing Everfab’s profit margin.
- Lead and successfully collaborated with outside company to bring citric passivation in house to have better process control and reduce scrap and delays to customer.
- Trained CNC department staff at Advanced Nozzle, enhancing team knowledge and operational capability.
- Directed the management of 9 CNC lathes, 5 CNC mills, 2 EDM wires, and a fabrication cell to optimize workflow.
- Set up and operated Mazak 5 Axis Milling Centers
- Created and improved fixturing and work holding to improve machine processes.
- Lead the project for Advanced Nozzle Technologies to go paperless with set up and operation sheets.
- Worked with inside sales to control Kan Ban items to meet customer changing needs daily.
shift supervisor, CNC Set up
Quest Mfg.
08.1998 - 01.2006
- Shift Supervisor
- Led CNC lathe setup and programming to ensure precise manufacturing.
- Experience Shop Cam, Part Maker and Camware
- Coordinated shipping and receiving processes, enhancing inventory accuracy.
- Operated manual lathes and mills.
- Executed deburring and finishing tasks to ensure parts were ready for assembly.
- Trained new employees on machining processes, fostering adherence to established standards.
General laborer
Steel & O’Brien
06.1996 - 08.1998
- Executed shipping and receiving tasks, ensuring timely processing in finishing department.
- Advanced to role of CNC operator within manufacturing team.
- Operated manual lathes and mills, producing precision components for manufacturing.
- Evolved into CNC programmer and setup machinist, enhancing machine operation capabilities.
Education
Bachelor’s - Business Administration And Management
Houghton University
Houghton, NY12-2025
Associate - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Houghton University
Houghton, NY05-2022
Skills
Training program design
- Curriculum development
- Training effectiveness
- Power Bi
- Technical knowledge
- Employee training
- Coaching and mentoring
Certification
- Leading and Coaching People, Moog (Blessing White)
- Roger Schwarz Facilitative Leadership Course, Moog Inc., 11/01/17
- Harris Lean Training, Moog Inc.
- 5S Sustainment Training, Moog Inc.
References
Upon Request
Affiliations
Coaching Youth Sports
Work Preference
Salary Range
$92000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Technical Trainer
Moog inc.
04.2025 - Current
Senior Process Supervisor
Moog inc.
05.2021 - 04.2025
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Moog inc.
06.2018 - 05.2021
Production Delivery Technician
Moog inc.
07.2014 - 06.2018
Team Leader
Everfab inc
01.2006 - 07.2014
shift supervisor, CNC Set up
Quest Mfg.
08.1998 - 01.2006
General laborer
Steel & O’Brien
06.1996 - 08.1998
Bachelor’s - Business Administration And Management
Houghton University
Associate - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Houghton University