Kenneth Eckert
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Results-driven professional with a diverse skill set in project management, business development, naval operations, and quality assurance. Proven track record managing multimillion-dollar projects across various naval platforms like T-EPF, CG, LHD, T-ATS and Submarine classes. Skilled in performing ISO 9001 internal audits to ensure quality management systems and regulatory compliance. Thirteen years of QA experience maintaining QEHS systems and ensuring compliance with local and governmental regulations. Extensive expertise in naval operations, including leadership roles in managing mechanical systems of naval nuclear reactors and critical naval infrastructure repairs. Professional leader with a strong operational background, adept at coordinating teams to achieve organizational goals on major projects and naval platforms.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
QualityEdge Consulting LLC
07.2023 - Current
- Provide innovative solutions and guidance in compliance, process improvement, business development, procurement, and global supply chain management.
- ISO Standards Compliance: Developed and implemented robust procedures ensuring compliance within ISO standards, showcasing a dedication to quality and regulatory adherence.
- Process Improvement and Timeline Enhancement: Streamlined processes for business partners, significantly improving their timelines. Provided comprehensive training to empower employees, ensuring the seamless implementation of optimized procedures.
- Structured Problem Solving: Applied structured problem-solving methodologies and root cause analysis to identify and rectify deficiencies within Project Management teams. Proactive measures led to enhanced efficiency and project outcomes.
- Strategic Thinker: Possess a strategic mindset, consistently providing innovative solutions and guidance across many areas of expertise.
- Results-Driven Approach: A track record of delivering tangible results, from ensuring ISO compliance to streamlining processes and enhancing project management efficiency.
- Adaptability: Thrived in dynamic environments, showcasing adaptability, resilience, and the ability to navigate challenges effectively.
- Collaborative Leadership: Worked collaboratively with business partners, providing solutions that not only meet compliance standards but also contribute to operational excellence and improved timelines.
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
Platform Manager / Program Manager
Wartsila Defense, Inc./Defense Maritime Solutions
08.2021 - Current
- Managed T-EPF, DDG, CG, LHD, T-ATS, and Submarine Platforms.
- Generated quotes, manage parts and services, and tracks reports for every job on assigned ship classes.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
Lead Auditor / Quality Assurance
Wartsila Defense, Inc./Defense Maritime Solutions
08.2021 - Current
- Performs internal audits via ISO 9001 Certificate.
- Qualified as NAVSEA basic paint inspector, contributing to QP1 certification efforts.
- Writes, evaluates, and improves policies and procedures throughout DMS.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
Quality Assurance Supervisor
United States Navy
10.2015 - 08.2021
- Conducted reviews and audits, identifying, and correcting 72 deficiencies in over 900 surveillances.
- Led investigations into non-compliant actions and ensured government and contractor compliance.
- Lead auditor for three prime contractors to ensure military compliance.
- Maintained personal’s level of knowledge on the Navsea Standard Items through training and spot-checking evolutions.
- Monitored testing processes, test development and user acceptance testing.
- Assessed investigation reports of subordinate quality assurance personnel and addressed any procedural deviations.
Machinist Mate Nuclear
United States Navy
11.2010 - 08.2021
- Operated and maintained the mechanical side of the naval nuclear propulsion plant.
- Led and supervised over 9000 man-hours of maintenance within three major maintenance overhauls on the USS Harry S. Truman CVN-75.
- Supervised mission-critical corrective maintenance ensuring crew and ship safety.
- Operated turbine generators and rebuilt high-pressure air compressors.
- Procured parts and services for reactor propulsion department.
- Wrote and produced quality assurance work packaging for nuclear reactor components.
- Inspected, repaired, and replaced system components.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Excelsior University
04.2021
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Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
09.2012
Skills
- Project management
- Effective problem resolution
- Effective task prioritization
- Lead Auditing
- Collaborative team development
- Leadership
- Maintenance Supervisor
- In-depth understanding of CRM Systems (Oracle, Salesforce, Deltek Costpoint, & SAP)
- Project Management Software (Smartsheets, Deltek Ajera, Jira, & Primavera P6)
- Value proposition development
Certification
- ISO-9001 Lead Auditor- Quality Certification
- Global Supply Chain Manager Badge
- Structured Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis
- Oil testing and spill prevention
- Cableway inspector
- Naval coatings inspector
Links
- Www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-eckert-bb38a4134
- Https://www.credly.com/badges/e055e31c-d3d1-4fb7-bd63-995cc2b3fe67/public_url
Timeline
Owner
QualityEdge Consulting LLC
07.2023 - Current
Platform Manager / Program Manager
Wartsila Defense, Inc./Defense Maritime Solutions
08.2021 - Current
Lead Auditor / Quality Assurance
Wartsila Defense, Inc./Defense Maritime Solutions
08.2021 - Current
Quality Assurance Supervisor
United States Navy
10.2015 - 08.2021
Machinist Mate Nuclear
United States Navy
11.2010 - 08.2021
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Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Excelsior University
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