Hi, I’m
Kyle J. Speck
Granbury,TX
Summary
Results-driven aircraft maintenance expert and dynamic manufacturing leader with 20 years of USAF experience. Achieved a consistent 5% year-over-year production increase at Reddy Ice through the application of LEAN methodologies and effective team leadership. Recognized for surpassing production targets while enhancing safety compliance and fostering workforce development across diverse teams. Career goals include leveraging extensive operational expertise to drive continuous improvement in a challenging manufacturing environment.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Reddy Ice
Manufacturing, Production and Vault Manager
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure production goals were met in the largest ice distribution center in America.
- Recruited employees who consistently achieved manufacturing objectives.
- Implemented changes to streamline operations through LEAN/Six Sigma and GEMBA.
- Managed procurement and monitoring of parts, tools, pallets, and packaging supplies within budget constraints.
- Ensured completion of all preventative maintenance for optimal equipment performance.
- Achieved daily production targets, establishing a new company record for ice bag production and packaging in one day.
- Achieved a 5% year-over-year increase in production through transformation initiatives.
- Reduced labor hours by training nine new machine operators to perform their jobs safely and efficiently.
- Optimized supplier partnerships, contributing to the best year-to-date EBITA with over $1 million in reduced expenses.
- Implemented Standard Work Instructions to enhance production equipment performance and minimize downtime.
- Oversaw installation projects, achieving early completion and uninterrupted production.
Target Corporation
Operations Manager, Engineering and Facilities
01.2019 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Supervised team of mechanics and utility attendants to ensure smooth daily operations in a large distribution center.
- Conducted safety audits and implemented changes using continuous improvement program.
- Achieved a 10% decrease in downtime by ensuring timely preventative maintenance for equipment.
- Oversaw $1 million annual budget for powered industrial equipment.
- Oversaw mechanics and utility attendants to sustain operational efficiency of 1.5 million square foot distribution center.
- Directed change initiatives through education and application of Lean and Six Sigma strategies.
United States Air ForceMcChord Field, USA
Quality Assurance Chief Inspector
01.2016 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Directed operations for 48 C-17 aircraft worth $10.4B, ensuring compliance with standards and policies.
- Executed 13 reviews ensuring adherence to maintenance standards and regulations.
- Established and shared clear expectations to maintain quality assurance for all aircraft technicians.
- Utilized 29 inspectors from 10 career fields to develop and implement a program for monitoring performance of 1.5K personnel.
- Collaborated with Environmental Protection Agency to ensure zero hazardous material findings.
- Ensured quality by managing over 18 peers to achieve set performance targets.
- Reduced safety violations by 50% through consistent quality checks.
- Completed crash recovery program in less than two months by addressing major shortcomings and implementing strategic solutions.
- Directed seven maintenance contracts worth $5M to include facility maintenance, aircraft wash services, and hazardous material management.
- Honored as 'Best Team in Air Force 4th Quarter 2016' for examining 743 pilot-reported discrepancies.
United States Air ForceMcChord Field, USA
Production Superintendent
01.2013 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Enhanced aircraft production by offering outstanding support to expediters and technicians.
- Facilitated schedule preparation for two maintenance squadrons, operations, civilian contractors, and Boeing engineers ensuring continuous feature delivery.
- Coordinated aircraft flying and maintenance status with staff members while conducting daily production meetings.
- Coached five maintenance supervisors to achieve set performance targets within strict deadlines.
- Directed 860 inspections, 312 servicing tasks, and 300 essential repairs to achieve the highest aircraft availability rate.
- Commended for directing 24 C-17 aircraft, valued at $5 billion, by meeting production goals for military staff, civilians, and air reserve technicians.
- Coordinated eight engineering requests with Boeing, resulting in $300K savings.
- Spearheaded the delivery of 18 aircraft, transporting 500K tons of cargo and 400 personnel on McChord's largest single-day flying schedule.
- Optimized operational efficiency, resulting in a 47% reduction in discrepancies.
- Contributed to 17 missions, transporting 977 passengers and 1.4M pounds of cargo to Antarctica.
Technical Training Instructor
Flight Mechanic Program Manager
Flight Mechanic
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityTacoma, WA
Bachelor in Applied Science from Aerospace Engineering
04-2014
CCAFTacoma, WA
Associate in Applied Science from Aviation Maintenance Technology/Instruction Technology
04-2009
Skills
- Quality assurance expertise
- Safety standards implementation
- Security policy development
- Process optimization expertise
- Effective documentation and reporting
- Manufacturing
- Project management expertise
- Workforce development
- Educational content development
- Employee training
- Equipment maintenance
- LEAN methodologies
- Budget management
- Safety compliance
- Project coordination
- Supplier management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Manufacturing management experience
- Manufacturing technologies
- Good manufacturing practices
- Manufacturing engineering
- Food manufacturing
Certification
- Master Instructor Certification
- Professional Management Certification
Accomplishments
- Distinguished Graduate from Technical School USAF 1999
- Top Knucklebuster USAF 2007
- Meritorious Service Medal x 3
- Accomendation Medal x 4
- Antarctic Service Medal 2008
Timeline
Manufacturing, Production and Vault Manager
Reddy Ice
01.2022 - Current
Operations Manager, Engineering and Facilities
Target Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2022
Quality Assurance Chief Inspector
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 01.2019
Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
01.2013 - 01.2016
Technical Training Instructor
Flight Mechanic Program Manager
Flight Mechanic
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor in Applied Science from Aerospace Engineering
CCAF
Associate in Applied Science from Aviation Maintenance Technology/Instruction Technology
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