KADE KOVAR
Portland,OR
Summary
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager
Willamette Technical Fabricators
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Created and maintained quality management systems to align with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process and system improvements.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Conducted process and system audits to identify areas of improvement and enforce compliance with industry standards.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
- Reviewed and assessed architecture design, implementation, testing and deployment needs to identify project requirements and costs.
Business Development Associate
PQS
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
- Communicated with local organizations to build networks and develop leads.
- Developed business pipeline using cold and warm techniques.
- Boosted revenue by bringing in and cementing relationships with new clients and optimizing servicing of existing customer accounts.
- Reviewed client concerns and recommended appropriate changes to supervisors.
- Verified work aligned with service levels agreed and client requirements.
- Applied core knowledge to effectively communicate sensitive or technical information while adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Reviewed invoices, payment requests, advance requests, expense reimbursements, and proper coding, prior to approval.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers.
Quality Assurance Manager
Vigor Industrial
07.2016 - 12.2018
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Created and maintained quality management systems to align with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process and system improvements.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Conducted process and system audits to identify areas of improvement and enforce compliance with industry standards.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Investigated customer complaints and performed corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
- Assessed product quality by monitoring quality assurance metrics, reports and dashboards.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
- Reported production malfunctions to managers and production supervisors.
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
Project Manager
Canam Steel
03.2014 - 06.2016
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
Quality Control Supervisor
Hirschfeld Bridge
08.2011 - 02.2014
- Trained workers in different departments in improved procedures designed to enhance quality and eliminate errors.
- Trained personnel in proper sampling techniques, raw materials testing protocols and finished product inspection and testing strategies.
- Supported audits and led teams to fully investigate quality control processes and root out deficiencies.
- Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation.
- Maintained testing equipment in good working order to effectively quality control [Type] production lines.
- Reported on short- and long-term trends in production to help management make proactive decisions.
- Developed and initiated standards and methods to fully inspect, test and evaluate materials and completed work in [Type] industry settings.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
Project Coordinator Manager
Canam Steel
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Provided detailed project status updates to and executive management.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Material Receiving Managert
INDUSTRIAL STEEL CONSTRUCTION
01.2009 - 07.2010
- Unloaded, sorted and stored incoming project material =.
- Managed inbound receiving departments.
- Managed internal shipping based on project schedules.
- Managed shipping and receiving team, overseeing training, schedules and work assignments.
- Verified deliveries against paperwork and contacted vendors to resolve discrepancies.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
Project Manager
INDUSTRIAL STEEL CONSTRUCTION
10.2007 - 07.2009
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Political Science
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA06.2004
Skills
CWI D11
CWI Bridge Endorsement
40 Professional Project Management Credit Hours-ARTBA
MT Level II
PT Level II
UT Level II
NACE Level II
Radiographic Interpreter Level II
Golf, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Fishing
Generally outdoors when not in the office. I look forward to helping represent the company in future golf outings.
Timeline
Quality Assurance Manager
Willamette Technical Fabricators
09.2021 - 11.2022
Business Development Associate
PQS
02.2019 - 09.2021
Quality Assurance Manager
Vigor Industrial
07.2016 - 12.2018
Project Manager
Canam Steel
03.2014 - 06.2016
Quality Control Supervisor
Hirschfeld Bridge
08.2011 - 02.2014
Project Coordinator Manager
Canam Steel
08.2010 - 08.2011
Material Receiving Managert
INDUSTRIAL STEEL CONSTRUCTION
01.2009 - 07.2010
Project Manager
INDUSTRIAL STEEL CONSTRUCTION
10.2007 - 07.2009
Associate of Science - Political Science
University of Iowa
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