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Kirk Story

Xenia

Summary

Professional production specialist with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in overseeing production processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring quality standards. Reliable and adaptable, effectively managing resources and fostering productive work environment. Expertise in safety protocols, inventory management, and process improvement.

Experienced with managing production schedules and team performance to ensure timely and quality output. Utilizes strategic planning and problem-solving skills to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative work environment and navigating complex production challenges.

Performance-oriented manufacturing professional with demonstrated skills in enhancing workflows and resource utilization to achieve demanding [Industry] targets. Hardworking leader and analytical problem-solver with conscientious approach to tackling operations issues. Decisive leader and collaborative team-builder with good planning and multitasking abilities.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime.

Manufacturing professional with focus on optimizing production processes and ensuring high-quality output. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing demands. Expertise in workflow optimization and quality assurance.

Gains the confidence of personnel by earning their loyalty and trust.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Lab Tech

Energizer Holdings
04.2024 - Current
  • Conducted experiments and analyzed data to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
  • Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, enhancing operational efficiency and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions in testing procedures.
  • Developed and documented standard operating procedures for laboratory processes to improve consistency.
  • Led initiatives to optimize workflows, resulting in increased accuracy in test results and reporting.
  • Implemented quality control measures that reduced errors in experimental data by refining testing methodologies.
  • Actively participated in team meetings and training sessions, staying current on industry trends and best practices.
  • Meticulously maintained inventory of lab consumables, reducing instances of stock-outs or delays in experiments.
  • Participated actively in audits and inspections, demonstrating compliance with industry regulations and contributing to a culture of accountability within the laboratory setting.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of essential materials and equipment.
  • Performed rigorous quality control assessments on all incoming raw materials to maintain high standards of production output.
  • Performed routine maintenance and replaced worn parts.
  • Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures.
  • Followed verbal instructions and hand sketches to adapt and modify tooling.


Engineering Lab Supervisor

Csafe Global
06.2017 - 05.2023
  • Tested multiple items to FAA standards
  • Fabricated fixtures to assure compliance of end items prior to shipment
  • Assisted in circuit board repair and cable building.
  • Calibration of numerous test items.
  • Wrote SOP and Procedures to lab function and equipment use.
  • Lead tours in the Engineering lab.
  • Worked with outside resources to accommodate companies' intended goals.
  • Trained numerous personnel in PPE items and safety.

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Lab Technician-Contract

Hobart
02.2016 - 06.2017
  • Tested and calibrated numerous items to include pressure testing and static testing.
  • Metal fabrication of stainless steel and standard steel and aluminum.
  • Assisted in building and writing wire harnesses for newly developed systems.
  • Tested and analyzed equipment with the use of software.
  • Built test fixtures for electrical contacts and ultrasonic modules.

Engineering Lab Technician-Contract

IBEX
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Qualification testing on Radio Frequency equipment.
  • Testing of heating elements and wiring schematics and systems.
  • Worked with numerous engineering personnel in failures related to a newly built microwave system.
  • Repaired testing equipment which failed during operation.
  • Organized items more than two million dollars.
  • Worked with surface assembling and repairing mount PC boards.
  • Repaired electrical modules of micro-miniatures modules.

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Lab Technician-Contract

Vulcan
02.2013 - 12.2016
  • Tested and calibrated numerous items to include pressure testing and static testing.
  • Metal fabrication of stainless steel and standard steel and aluminum.
  • Assisted in building and writing wire harnesses for newly developed systems.
  • Built test fixtures for electrical contacts and ultrasonic modules.
  • Wrote manuals in standardization of equipment.
  • Upgraded and maintained metal fabrication software.

Engineering Lab Technician III-Contracted

AO Smith
09.2010 - 01.2012
  • Performed thermal and mechanical testing on newly built generators.
  • Conducted torque and speed verification.
  • Performed rebuild instructions of numerous generators.
  • Worked on test unit to apply proper equations on test of units.
  • Installed hydraulic control system for pumps
  • Building and modifying test fixtures ensuring accurate test results

Quality Assurance Technician III

STS Technologies
04.2009 - 07.2009
  • Calibration and maintenance of night vision goggles.
  • Pressure tested goggles for proper use.
  • Inventoried items prior to shipment.

Recruiter Supervisor

US Navy
06.2004 - 06.2007
  • Trained new recruiters in rules and regulations.
  • Trained in area canvassing for new recruits for the United States Navy.
  • Maintained video software and hardware for visual and audio training.

Senior Production Supervisor

US Navy
06.2001 - 06.2004
  • Supervised 578 personnel in the production and repair of electrical and mechanical aspect of aircraft.
  • Maintained proper logs and records for numerous aircraft repair and completion.
  • Supervised audits of numerous work center to assure compliance with instruction.
  • Mentored numerous personnel
  • Lead Quality Assurance Department in conducting visual inspections and maintaining updated manuals and publications

Aviation Electrician/Instrument Repair Technician

US Navy
06.1987 - 06.2001
  • Tested and repaired numerous aircraft systems to assure proper operation.
  • Maintained preventative maintenance records on various aircraft to include hydraulic systems, oil systems, pitot static systems, lighting systems, inertial navigation systems and instrumentation.
  • Trained in troubleshooting and analysis in procuring items required to assist in the UP status of aircraft to include hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and there electronic components.
  • Maintained Soldering

Education

Associate of Arts - IT Technology

Phoenix University
Phoenix, AZ
01-2012

Bachelor of Science - IT

Pheonix University
Phoenix, AZ
01-2013

MBA - Marketing

Phoenix University
Phoenix, AZ
06-2014

Skills

  • Superb knowledge of documenting, organizing and categorizing assigned jobs and instructions
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Operations management
  • Process documentation
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Project oriented, sticking to a task until completed to include rework and repair per standards
  • Strong attention to detail and knowledge of quality production
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Products to include Office, Excel, Power Point, Word and Project
  • Quality control
  • Production planning
  • Process improvement
  • Production and processing
  • Workflow optimization
  • Manufacturing
  • Waste reduction
  • Priority management
  • Staff development
  • Continuous improvement
  • Production management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Assembly and production
  • Project management
  • Problem-solving
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Continuous improvements
  • Hiring and training
  • Performance reporting
  • Worker training
  • Staff management
  • Inventory management
  • Cost control
  • Data analytics
  • 6S implementation
  • Shift checklists
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Production coordination
  • MS office
  • Safety management
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Inventory assessment
  • Workflow Analysis
  • Production error correction
  • Assigning work

Section name

Security Clearance 1987-2000

Timeline

Engineering Lab Tech

Energizer Holdings
04.2024 - Current

Engineering Lab Supervisor

Csafe Global
06.2017 - 05.2023

Engineering Lab Technician-Contract

IBEX
06.2016 - 12.2016

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Lab Technician-Contract

Hobart
02.2016 - 06.2017

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Lab Technician-Contract

Vulcan
02.2013 - 12.2016

Engineering Lab Technician III-Contracted

AO Smith
09.2010 - 01.2012

Quality Assurance Technician III

STS Technologies
04.2009 - 07.2009

Recruiter Supervisor

US Navy
06.2004 - 06.2007

Senior Production Supervisor

US Navy
06.2001 - 06.2004

Aviation Electrician/Instrument Repair Technician

US Navy
06.1987 - 06.2001

Associate of Arts - IT Technology

Phoenix University

Bachelor of Science - IT

Pheonix University

MBA - Marketing

Phoenix University