James Alpha
Pennsburg,PA
Summary
Experienced leader with a track record of success in providing strategic and innovative management across various areas, including aviation support operations, aircraft maintenance, flight operations, manufacturing, and facilities management. Skilled in mentoring and leading teams to achieve high performance and morale. Proven ability to challenge and develop top performers at all levels within organizations. Consistently achieving results and setting new standards for growth. Dedicated to helping organizations meet their goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant
Triple Canopy
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted scheduling for multiple 24-hour, level IV, and Federal facilities
- Ensured Security Officers maintained their credentials via continuous training
- Provided exceptional leadership and mentorship, improving performance and morale.
EMT/Firefighter
City of Allentown Fire Department
07.2011 - 03.2023
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical care and firefighting services.
Manufacturing Division Manager
Worth and Company, Inc.
04.2011 - 10.2007
- Managed and supervised more than 20 employees in pre-fabricating construction materials
- Developed a cross-training program and team spirit, supporting a 300-man field division
- Implemented an order tracking system and production schedule for 'Just in Time' (JIT) delivery to over 50 project sites
- Implemented Lean Sigma techniques, improving productivity by 40%.
Gunnery Sergeant, Retired
United States Marine Corps
10.2007 - 10.2003
- Developed Midshipmen into future leaders in the Navy and Marine Corps
- Served as Drill Instructor at Officer Candidate School in Quantico, VA.
Maintenance Control Chief
Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 363
09.2003 - 04.2000
- Coordinated maintenance efforts supporting flight missions for a 16-aircraft squadron
- Managed and supervised the Maintenance Control Division with approximately 100 personnel
- Achieved a mission completion rate of 94% during tenure
- Ensured overall flight safety by overseeing inspections.
Senior Drill Instructor/ Drill Instructor
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
04.2000 - 01.1997
- Trained and mentored over 600 civilians into basically trained Marines
- Mentored over 20 Junior Drill Instructors.
CH-53E Crew Chief
Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 466/163/302
12.1996 - 06.1993
- Gained various qualifications including Plane Captain and Aerial Gunner.
Aviation Maintenance Administration
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69)
06.1987 - 06.1991
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for aviation maintenance tasks, promoting consistency and best practices across the organization.
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulations.
Education
MBA - Global Executive Leadership
Delaware Valley University
Doylestown, PA12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
American Military University
Ranson, WV06.2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX12.2007
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Multi-Site Operations
- Facilities Management
- Strategic Planning
- Maintenance Administration
- Maintenance Inspection
- Program Management
- Operation Risk Management
- Decision Making
- Problem Identification and Resolution
- Performance Optimization
- Adaptability
- Security management
Accomplishments
- Green belt Lean Six Sigma 2008
- Rapport Leadership International. 2008
- Naval Aviation Safety Award – 1000 Flight Hour Safety Certificate
- Honor Graduate from Marine Corps Recruit Training
- One Meritorious Promotion
Militaryeducation
- Hazardous Waste Material Management Training, Kaneohe Bay, HI, 2003
- Supply & Maintenance Material Management, Athens GA, 2001
- Drill Instructor School, Parris Island SC, 1997
- Survival Evasion Resistance Escape Course, Coronado, CA, 1995
- Crew Chief Training, Tustin, CA, 1993
- Naval Aircrew Candidate Course, Pensacola FL, 1992
- Basic Helicopter Course, Millington TN, 1992
- Aviation Maintenance Administration, Meridian, MS, 1987
Phonenumbers
- Cell, (856) 816-3237
- Email, alphajj2000@yahoo.com
- Home, (267) 923-8780
Awards
- Navy Commendation Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (4 Awards)
- Good Conduct Medal (5 Awards)
- National Service Defense Medal (2 Awards)
- Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Medal
- Korean Service Defense Medal
- Sea Service Deployment Medal (6 Awards)
Timeline
Lieutenant
Triple Canopy
08.2023 - 03.2024
EMT/Firefighter
City of Allentown Fire Department
07.2011 - 03.2023
Manufacturing Division Manager
Worth and Company, Inc.
04.2011 - 10.2007
Gunnery Sergeant, Retired
United States Marine Corps
10.2007 - 10.2003
Maintenance Control Chief
Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 363
09.2003 - 04.2000
Senior Drill Instructor/ Drill Instructor
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island
04.2000 - 01.1997
CH-53E Crew Chief
Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 466/163/302
12.1996 - 06.1993
Aviation Maintenance Administration
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69)
06.1987 - 06.1991
MBA - Global Executive Leadership
Delaware Valley University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
American Military University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College