Erick Vernia
Haughton,LA
Summary
Dynamic leader and adept mentor with extensive experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in munitions and equipment management. Excelled in coaching 400+ personnel, enhancing team productivity and safety. Proven expertise in technical training and staff management, achieving significant improvements in operational efficiency and inventory accountability.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Combat Munitions Training Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
10.2023 - Current
- Trained 400+ personnel on AF Munitions assembly procedures and safety.
- Supervised, encouraged and evaluated cross-functional teams by coaching and empowering team members to meet production goals.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Munitions Support Equipment Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Supervised a 20 member team, creating shift schedule and monitoring punctuality to eliminate issues from arising.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed [Type] equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored use to rectify issues.
Combat Plans and Scheduling Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Developed production schedules to maintain sufficient shift coverage.
- Monitored production targets to meet company and customer demands.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Liaised with flying squadrons to accurately forecast munitions needs to adequately plane personnel and component needs.
Senior Munitions Inspector
United States Air Force
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
Stockpile Surveillance Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Monitored and inventoried munitions storage structures to maintain safety and accurate accountability.
- Educated workers about proper safety procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Munitions Operations Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
02.2015 - 12.2018
- Supervised a team of 4 members providing accurate bi-annual inventories while providing on time customer service.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Stockpile Surveillance Crew Member
United States Air Force
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Worked with teammates to maintain safety regulations and protocols during operations and munitions movements.
Stockpile Surveillance Crew Member
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 02.2014
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Worked with teammates to maintain safety regulations and protocols during operations and munitions movements.
Low Observance Support Technician
United States Air Force
05.2011 - 10.2012
- Completed inventory counts and organized supplies.
- Maintained, issued, and received items from tool support area.
- Monitored stock levels for hazardous chemicals utilized in maintenance procedures.
- Monitored and disposed of hazardous waste following guidelines and safety regulations
Munitions Custody Account Monitor
United States Air Force
12.2010 - 05.2011
- Monitored government regulations and standards to provide alignment with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained accountability of munitions assets stored with customers outside of the munitions storage area.
- Performed quarterly inventories to maintain accurate records.
- Input data into data systems, maintaining records until ready for disposition.
Conventional Maintenance Crew Member
United States Air Force
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Properly handled, transported, and assembled munitions components.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
University of Arizona Global
Chandler, AZ01.2021
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Technical training
- Research
- Staff Management
- Goal-Oriented
- Equipment accountability
- Inventory Accountability
- Data Entry
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Supervision and leadership
- MS Office
Timeline
Combat Munitions Training Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
10.2023 - Current
Munitions Support Equipment Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force
04.2022 - 10.2023
Combat Plans and Scheduling Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 04.2022
Senior Munitions Inspector
United States Air Force
06.2020 - 03.2021
Stockpile Surveillance Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
12.2018 - 06.2020
Munitions Operations Lead Supervisor
United States Air Force
02.2015 - 12.2018
Stockpile Surveillance Crew Member
United States Air Force
02.2014 - 02.2015
Stockpile Surveillance Crew Member
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 02.2014
Low Observance Support Technician
United States Air Force
05.2011 - 10.2012
Munitions Custody Account Monitor
United States Air Force
12.2010 - 05.2011
Conventional Maintenance Crew Member
United States Air Force
01.2006 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
University of Arizona Global
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