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Kandace Ledig

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Dedicated and accomplished Aerospace Manufacturing Technician. Enthusiastic and motivated self-starter with 6+ years' experience supporting production in a dynamic shop environment. Combines technical leadership skills with a management background. Applies detail and precision to ensure quality in end to end processes. Works well independently or as part of a team. Employs notable interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a variety of people at all levels. Adaptable to a variety of situations and production techniques. Embraces responsibility and welcomes opportunities for training, increased knowledge, and professional growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operating Officer

Peerless Construction
Fort Worth, TX
07.2020 - Current
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for goods or services.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase operational efficiency.
  • Analyzed financial data and identified areas of improvement for cost savings.
  • Provided guidance and support for problem solving efforts.
  • Established key performance indicators for measuring success.
  • Created annual budgets and monitored expenses against budget goals.
  • Directed the daily operations of multiple departments across the organization.
  • Identified new business opportunities through market research analysis.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends in product satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on organizational objectives and initiatives.
  • Maximized profits through reducing expenditures and evaluating prices.
  • Developed operational policies and processes, guaranteeing staff maintained compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • Conducted financial forecasting to explore strategic options and develop creative solutions to complex business issues.
  • Led organizational development changes, enabling organization to better respond and adapt to industry and market changes.
  • Coordinated major project initiatives from planning through to execution, ensuring timely completion.
  • Chaired meetings to discuss strategic initiatives and operational issues.

Bond & Composite Fabricator

LOCKHEED MARTIN
Fort Worth, TX
05.2018 - 07.2020
  • Precisely and efficiently assembles structural and precision mechanical components in a shop environment: set up, bonding fastener applications, measuring and shimming interfaces to close tolerances
  • Applies proficiency in research, review, and interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications to perform tasks and solve problems
  • Proficiently applies Shop Floor Manger (SFM) software to achieve 100% accountability for all work performed
  • Participates in root cause analysis of production issues as directed; offers suggestions for corrections and improvements
  • Drives process improvements for daily work products: organized, deployed, and maintained a new freezer layout to expedite pulling kits from freezers
  • Applies active observation to defect prevention; identifies and reports discrepancies and defects in base materials
  • Provides technical leadership and hands on training: trained 30 employees in production operations, reading blueprints and schematics, operation of tools, and safety and compliance policies and procedures
  • Monitored new hires' performance and answered their questions to facilitate production processes
  • Functions as SME for co-workers to explain technical issues and demonstrate production processes
  • Supports the F-35 program by actively participating in Performance Management Team (PMT) and Culture of Accountability Council (COA)
  • Successfully implemented 16 PMT processes, resulting in a decrease in scrap, repair, and rework (SRR)
  • Performs daily continuity checks and utilizes dispatch list to monitor and manage workflow, ensure efficient time management, and consistently meet targets for cost and quality
  • Created and delivered Power Point presentation at quarterly plant-wide PMT sharing event; explained implementation of cost savings procedures in the Bond & Composite Shop
  • Interfaces effectively with team members to maintain sustainable working relationships.

Lay-up Technician

TRIUMPH GROUP, INC.
Fort Worth, TX
06.2014 - 05.2018
  • Performed lay-up assembly and fabrication for aerospace industry components
  • Experienced in composite manufacturing; utilized jigs for complex bonded assemblies
  • Efficiently and effectively applied vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven curing
  • Cut material, utilizing manufacturing scales in strict accordance with blueprint dimensions and tolerances
  • Served as Lead Team Member of the Material Waste Prevention Team, lowering waste each quarter
  • Reviewed and followed specifications for pressure and temperature applications of Autoclave processing
  • Cut aluminum, steel, and phenolic core material to specifications, using table saw and blades
  • Participated in quality control inspections; applied advanced knowledge of a variety of individual components.

District Manager, Assistant General Manager, Manager

PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA
Fort Worth, TX
11.2007 - 06.2010
  • Demonstrated progressive accomplishment and advancement within the organization
  • Hired, coached, and evaluated Store Managers to create efficient, effective, and motivated teams
  • Trained management teams in processes to improve quality, cost control, and scheduling at 6 franchise locations; oversaw the startup and opening of a new franchise in Saginaw
  • Created and implemented standardized training processes, charts, and reference materials to ensure uniformity of service at each location
  • Managed overhead against projected revenue to achieve profit goals; utilized FOCUS database to research, analyze, and prepare budgets by department
  • Experienced in communicating with management, employees, and customers to create and maintain balanced working relationships; assisted General Managers in building quality-driven teams
  • Gathered data and submitted daily sales to cost reports to District Manager
  • Performed inventory management of supplies and equipment at all stores under supervision, resulting in cost savings and increased profit
  • Professionally and promptly resolved complaints, concerns, and issues from customers and employees; adept at proactive internal conflict resolution
  • Protected company's assets by ensuring franchises were clean, fully equipped, operating properly, and in compliance with all safety and security standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

W.E. Boswell High School
Fort Worth, TX
05-2007

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Training
  • Composite Lay-up
  • Fabrication Shop Environment Managing/Supervising
  • Quality Assurance Standards
  • Procedures
  • Communication
  • Process Improvement
  • Workflow Management
  • Blueprints/Schematics
  • Advanced understanding of composite structure fabrication processes
  • Surface prep
  • Pre-preg and wet layup fabrication techniques
  • Machine shop equipment operation
  • Assembly of composite structures
  • Tolerancing
  • Geometric dimensioning
  • Autoclave
  • Engineering drawings
  • Time management proficiency
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Additional Employment

Gymnastic Coach- American Sokol, Fort Worth TX 

VIP Bartender- RCI Entertainment, Fort Worth TX

Server/ Bartender- Twisted Taco, St. Thomas USVI

Server/ Bartender- The Golf Club @ Fossil Creek, Fort Worth TX

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chief Operating Officer

Peerless Construction
07.2020 - Current

Bond & Composite Fabricator

LOCKHEED MARTIN
05.2018 - 07.2020

Lay-up Technician

TRIUMPH GROUP, INC.
06.2014 - 05.2018

District Manager, Assistant General Manager, Manager

PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA
11.2007 - 06.2010

High School Diploma -

W.E. Boswell High School

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