JAMES LILLY
Cutler Bay,FL
Summary
Decorated Veteran with advanced-level experience in maintenance management, extensive knowledge in warehouse management and automation. Accomplished in safety, environmental safety compliance & hazardous waste management, as well as interpretation & implementation of government regulations. Adept in supervising and guiding regional subordinates and peers to reach high-performance standards. Offering expertise in leadership & conflict management, budgeting and using data systems to create long term maintenance schedules for planned operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Maintenance Manager
Home Depot
Hialeah, FL
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Leads maintenance team and oversees maintenance of equipment and facility for 13 Distribution Centers (DC) across the southern region, analyzes trends and solve problems in order to maximize contribution to DCs success
- Create, manage and report all budget related aspects of maintenance operations
- Conduct regular assessments of assigned facilities to include structure and equipment
- Evaluated and recommended new technologies for potential integration into facility's maintenance operations, ensuring continued growth and adaptability in the face of industry advancements.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Manage Fleet of Material Handling Equipment, budgeting and life cycle
- Ensures operational excellence in all warehouse areas, including operations of warehouse management system(s) and related equipment
- Coaches, trains, and develops Associates.
Maintenance Supervisor
Home Depot
Hialeah, FL
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
Maintenance Support Director
United States Air Force
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided leadership & management for 91 Active Duty, Air Force Reserves and civilian technical personnel assigned to five distinct sections
- Managed capital assets valued over $36M, (7) multi-million-dollar maintenance facilities, and 12 government vehicles
- Developed, planned, forecasted, and managed annual operating budget of $136M; managed intermediate-level maintenance.
Logistics Readiness Manager
United States Air Force
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Principle advisor to Commander, 3rd Maintenance Group, for all deployment related activities/readiness reporting systems
- Coordinated equipment resource requirements; collaborates with higher headquarters, leads eight-unit deployment managers
- Developed, planned, forecasted, and managed all contingency operations for all 3rd wing aircraft/personnel
- Responsible for all cargo/troop movements, as well as all government officials and visiting dignitaries.
Lead Aircraft Inspector
United States Air Force
10.2013 - 12.2016
- Advised Group & 5 Squadron commanders on technical issues, Time Compliance Technical Orders, repairs, modifications, and installation of aircraft components
- Evaluated Self Aid Buddy Care, Mission Assurance command & control, deployment procedures, and cargo prep during Wing's Mission-Focused Exercises (MFE)
- Developed Maintenance Standardization & Evaluation guidelines, Authored Operating Instructions, and directives; coordinated Product Quality Deficiency Reports/incidents reports for all Maintenance related issues.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration, Organizational Leadership
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
01.2021
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE SENIOR NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER ACADEMY
01.2017
Associates - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE
01.2014
Skills
- Leadership & Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Quality Assurance
- Governmental Policies & Procedures
- Personnel Management
- Team Development
- Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
- Maintenance & Repairs
- Warehouse Management
- Project Management
- Mechanical and digital Systems
- Work Order Management
Timeline
Market Maintenance Manager
Home Depot
04.2022 - 02.2024
Maintenance Supervisor
Home Depot
09.2021 - 04.2022
Maintenance Support Director
United States Air Force
09.2018 - 08.2021
Logistics Readiness Manager
United States Air Force
10.2017 - 09.2018
Lead Aircraft Inspector
United States Air Force
10.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration, Organizational Leadership
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE SENIOR NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER ACADEMY
Associates - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE