John W. Fowler
Texarkana,United States
Summary
Qualified Supervisor with history of leading teams in fast-paced manufacturing environment. Demonstrated ability to optimize workflows and increase productivity while maintaining high-quality standards. Proven ability to foster team collaboration and solve operational challenges effectively.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Red River Army Depot
Texarkana, TX, United States
07.2024 - Current
- In building 561 I currently serve as a full-time mechanical Supervisor/leader. I supervise 12 or more employees and ensure that the Supervisor’s instructions are followed through with daily and weekly. I ensure that my employees have the parts and tools they need to meet production goals. I ensure that daily production reports are filled out and sent up the chain of command so that we may receive better guidance on how to meet production goals. I am proficient in Microsoft word and excel and use email as a primary form of communication. I have the ability to lead, comprehend, and give instruction in a manner to which creates a safe and non-hostile work environment. I ensure that all my subordinate employees are up to date with their training and advise them to seek more training when possible. I encourage suggestions and make a point to reward safety or production improving suggestions. I also encourage all my employees to watch out for each other and ensure that the work they are performing is safe and if not I instruct them how to do it safely. I am licensed to operate most any vehicle on Red River Army Depot. I also have access to LMP and I can accurately input time and evaluate man hours based on past data. I have also started working in the Complex Assembly Manufacturing Solutions or CAMS system where we charge working hours directly to the PO. I also extract time from CAMS and enter it into LMP. I have sufficient knowledge in how to correct errors in cams or LMP so that everything flows smoothly. I evaluate workload daily and ensure that manpower and productivity equal out.
- As a Supervisor I coordinate with the Program Managers in establishment of cost estimates by developing and maintaining production versions of end-item bills of material to accomplish requirements set forth in the statement of work (SOW) or from the pre-shop analysis (PSA).
- As a Supervisor I have coordinated with the Directorate of Maintenance Production, DLA/Supply, and Engineering personnel in the materiel projections for future programs. I have sat in the development and review of the MRL and Army Intensive Management Items with Army Materiel Command personnel for worldwide material requirements for depot overhaul.
- I have planned weekly and monthly work schedules and sequence of operations for subordinates. I establish deadlines and priorities on the basis of general work schedules and methods and policies established by higher levels of supervision. I can determine how many assignments can be done concurrently, which ones must be delayed, and the number and types of employees needed, considering skills, personnel materials, and equipment available and required.
- I select workers and assign tasks to be performed. I can explain work requirements, methods, and procedures and instruct subordinates in new procedures, and provide advice when problems arise. I review work in progress or on completion. I investigate work related problems (e.g., low productivity) to identify causes and implement those corrective actions that can be taken within the limits of incumbent’s authority. I adjust plans, assignments, and methods as necessary to accomplish work as effectively and economically as feasible. I determine equipment, supplies and maintenance required. I also assure that material is ordered and delivered to work sites so as not to delay work and coordinate work of unit with other units that may be involved.
- I ensure that subordinates are adequately informed of their responsibilities concerning hazardous material waste with the work area. I ensure that personnel are properly trained in and observe follow all aspects of hazardous material waste management including, but not limited to, current regulatory guidance, labeling identification procedures, handling procedures to include storage and transportation, spill and accident notification, and response procedures. I maintain necessary documentation pertaining to compliance with hazardous material waste regulations and procedures. I interact and work with appropriate technical staff and directorate personnel concerning hazardous materials/waste matters. I also notify proper authorities of hazardous materials/waste spills/accidents. Since exposure to hazardous materials waste is possible, I wear protective clothing and equipment (e.g., rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, aprons, gloves, respirator, etc.) as situations warrant. I also perform other duties as assigned.
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 5803 Pay Plan: WS Grade: 10
- Supervisor: Michael Reich (334-3414)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Working Leader/Supervisor
Red River Army Depot
Texarkana, TX, United States
04.2012 - 07.2024
- In building 345 I currently serve as a full time mechanical Supervisor. I supervise 8 or more employees, and ensure that the Supervisor’s instructions are followed out daily and weekly. I ensure that my employees have the parts and tools they need to meet production goals. I ensure that daily production reports are filled out and sent up the chain of command so that we may receive better guidance on how to meet production goals. I am proficient in Microsoft word and excel and use email as a primary form of communication. I have the ability to lead, comprehend, and give instruction in a manner to which creates a safe and non-hostile work environment. I ensure that all my subordinate employees are up to date with their training and advise them to seek more training when possible. I encourage suggestions and make a point to reward safety or production improving suggestions. I also encourage all my employees to watch out for each other and ensure that the work they are performing is safe and if not I instruct them how to do it safely. I am licensed to operate most any vehicle on Red River Army Depot. I also have access to LMP and I can accurately input time and evaluate man hours based on past data. I have also started working in the Complex Assembly Manufacturing Solutions or CAMS system where we charge working hours directly to the PO. I also extract time from CAMS and enter it into LMP. I have sufficient knowledge in how to correct errors in cams or LMP so that everything flows smoothly. I evaluate workload daily and ensure that manpower and productivity equal out.
- As a Working Leader/Supervisor I coordinate with the Program Managers in establishment of cost estimates by developing and maintaining production versions of end-item bills of material to accomplish requirements set forth in the statement of work (SOW) or from the pre-shop analysis (PSA). I participate in pilot overhaul and Depot Maintenance Work Requirements Verification, Authorization for Engineering Deviations, Material Review Boards or special projects. I have researched Army Master Data File (AMDF), and technical data, e.g., manufacturing recommendations for program requirements and similar, engineering estimates and technical data to arrive at valid estimates. I help develop end item bills of material utilizing the National Maintenance Work Requirements (NMWR) Technical Manuals, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts lists, bulletins/updates and the outputs from AMRDEC studies (for approval of parts substitutions). I coordinate with Production Supervisors, Quality Assurance Specialist, General Supply and Inventory Management Specialist to accurately populate variations of bills of material and their associated production
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 3801 Pay Plan: WL Grade: 10
- Supervisor: Ken Moody/David Sutherland/Sammy Welch
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Red River Army Depot
Texarkana, TX, United States
01.2008 - 04.2012
- I am responsible for determining extent of repair, replacement, rebuild, and/or modification to restore and/or modify hulls on heavy mobile equipment such as combat tanks, command post tanks, personnel carriers, etc. I plan, lay out, assemble, install, weld and/or repair metal parts and hulls.
- I determine the extent of repair, replacement rebuild, and/or modification necessary, utilizing a knowledge of vehicle hull layout and changing configurations to restore and/or modify vehicle hull. I inspect entire hull for such things as misaligned, missing or damaged holes; operation and adjustment of hatches and ramp linkage assemblies; I check the damage and tolerance allowed to tubes, torsion bars, latches, bumpers, hinges, etc. I check for cracks, breaks, tears, delamination of metal, correct parts and location of parts, etc. I assure previous updates were accomplished prior to any additional conversion. I determine method or technique, parts, equipment, etc. required to perform repair, rebuild and/or modify.
- I fabricate parts, fixtures and templates, on occasion, using a working knowledge of drawings, sketches, blueprints, and own knowledge of heavy mobile equipment metal body construction. I have extensive knowledge in the use of sheet metal working equipment to cut bend, form and shape irregular curves and angles in the fabrication or modification of parts. Includes the ability to use shop mathematics.
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 3801 Pay Plan: WG Grade: 10
- Supervisor: Joe Harrison
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Auto Center Manager
Sears and Roebuck
Texarkana, TX, United States
05.2002 - 03.2005
- I performed the role of Service Manager with 3+ years in the automotive industry. I have the proven ability to effectively coordinate and manage the maintenance and repair of vehicles, ensuring that customers are satisfied with the service and quality of work being done. I possess a comprehensive understanding of automotive industry trends, safety protocols and customer service, as well as exceptional organization, problem- solving and communication skills. I managed daily automotive service operations, including customer service, scheduling appointments and overseeing service records and performed preventative maintenance and diagnostic testing on automobiles to ensure proper operation and ensured accurate and timely completion of all service requests.
- I monitored and evaluated the performance of staff members to ensure that tasks were completed efficiently and accurately. and coordinated the strategies to improve customer service and overall satisfaction.
- I evaluated and managed all manpower and scheduling of all employees also having to perform training and conduct using improvement plans when standards were not met.
- I kept stringent inventory records to ensure we could perform repairs as needed and keep all equipment maintenance records up to date.
- Hours per week: Varied
Education
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
Texarkana, AR05-1998
Skills
- Employee training
- Team management
- Troubleshooting
- Production scheduling
- PPE enforcement
- Production supervision
- Computer skills
- Task delegation
- Workforce planning
- Operational excellence
- Performance tracking
- 5S implementation
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 12 or more staff members.
Timeline
Supervisor
Red River Army Depot
07.2024 - Current
Working Leader/Supervisor
Red River Army Depot
04.2012 - 07.2024
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Red River Army Depot
01.2008 - 04.2012
Auto Center Manager
Sears and Roebuck
05.2002 - 03.2005
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
Desired locations
United States - TX - Bowie