Donald Manley
Seattle
Summary
Adept Production Specialist with a proven track record at Genie Industries, showcasing expertise in Lean Manufacturing and exceptional workflow management. Demonstrated ability to enhance production quality through meticulous engine installation and system calibration, coupled with a strong foundation in CNC machinery training and a commitment to safety and efficiency improvements.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Specialist
Genie Industries
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Proficient installation of engines, hydraulics, wiring, and calibration of engine and systems.
- Installation of scissor links, including all battery powered machines.
- Monitored production line for unsafe behaviors or incorrect techniques and worked with managers to resolve problems.
- Delivered quality products with effective use of control procedures and good inspection skills.
Journeyman Lenscrafter
Opthalmic Lab
02.2013 - 09.2019
- Reduced material waste by accurately calculating required materials and optimizing resource allocation on job sites.
- Increased project efficiency by consistently meeting deadlines, streamlining communication, and coordinating with other shop areas effectively.
- Fostered positive relationships with colleagues during projects through open communication channels and a collaborative approach to problem solving.
- Complied with safety regulations while operating machinery and tools to protect against injury.
- Supported cost-saving initiatives by recommending alternative materials or methods that maintained structural integrity while reducing overall expenses.
- Introduced new ideas and technics to produce lenses previously believed to be outside the capabilities of shop equipment and machines i.e. -35 diopter bi-concave lenses.
Laminator
Boeing, Fokker, Gulfstream
03.1989 - 08.1994
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives with proactive problem-solving and process adjustments.
- Increased equipment longevity by [Number]% through effective inventory management and following strict management schedules.
- Lamination of all forms of composite material, including Kevlar.
- Followed job all through production, including autoclave preparation.
- Increased overall productivity by streamlining workflow processes and collaborating with team members.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials for lamination, reducing downtime due to shortages or delays in supplies.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing precise lamination techniques and adhering to industry standards.
Education
Prerequisite Completion - Aviation Maintenance Technology
South Seattle Community College
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- 5 S Training
- Professional training of various machines including CNC
- Optimal Cognitive Synaptic Plasticity
- Workflow Management
Accomplishments
Hello and thank you for taking the time to review my resume. I have been working in the field of production for 35 years now. Knowledge is great, but coupled with wisdom I believe that at this point in my life, with my maturity, good health, friendly personality and good work ethic make me a great fit for any company. I really believed that Genie was going to be my final job. I am looking for a company that believes that employees can be looked at like family, all of us working together for a common cause. Essentially I am contracted by the company to provide a service of labor, in return of financial compensation, it's a win win for all, I would love to help fullfil that obligation at your company.
Timeline
Production Specialist
Genie Industries
06.2024 - 08.2024
Journeyman Lenscrafter
Opthalmic Lab
02.2013 - 09.2019
Laminator
Boeing, Fokker, Gulfstream
03.1989 - 08.1994
Prerequisite Completion - Aviation Maintenance Technology
South Seattle Community College
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