Lucas Benton
Arlington,TX
Summary
Responsible Planning Specialist with 10+ years of vast experience organizing production according to demands and quality standards. Well-educated in production planning and quality control principles. Hands-on and motivational professional possessing outstanding communication, recordkeeping and time management abilities. Committed to smooth, cost-efficient flow of production operations in Aerospace Manufacturing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Control Planner
Beacon Industries, Inc
05.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with engineering teams during design phase reviews that resulted in optimized product manufacturability aspects considered before full-scale launch initiatives commenced.
- Managed change requests effectively, minimizing disruptions to established schedules while maintaining high-quality output standards across all projects completed within scope adjustments made during project execution phases.
- Streamlined inventory management with accurate tracking and forecasting systems.
- Enabled smoother transitions between different stages throughout entire manufacturing cycle via thorough documentation creation processes followed diligently by all involved parties.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes, reducing lead times and costs.
- Enhanced production efficiency by developing and implementing effective production control plans.
Procurement and Inventory Control Manager
PCX / Harlow Aerostructures
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Manage the purchase of raw materials, hardware, and outside processing for the entire facility based on min/max requirements and the weekly production schedule to meet manufacturing needs
- Manage the on time delivery of materials
- Responsible for making sure material is FARS and DFAR compliant for the company
- Responsible for setting up new vendor relationships, and maintaining the current book of business through acquisition of long term contracts
- Analyze budget by determining cost saving initiatives and working with operations to execute the desired outcome
- Experience with Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)
- Experience as a Supplier with LM P2P system through Exostar Portal System
- Place, monitor, and maintain purchase orders that meet quality, delivery, and cost expectations
- Monitor ERP (EPICOR) for order releases and exception messages to manage inventories
- Inventoried warehouse stock on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate record-keeping and minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Developed accurate forecasting models to anticipate future inventory needs, optimizing purchasing decisions and minimizing stockouts.
Production Control Manager
HM Dunn Aerospace Company
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Release and track WIP through manufacturing to ensure on time completion, rescheduling as required
- Create & maintain production schedule based on capacity
- Coordinate flow of work within or between departments of the manufacturing plant to ensure efficiency
- Use ERP (GSS) system to track and locate parts and document issues
- Responsible for expediting and prioritizing work orders along with coordinating and managing weekly production schedule meetings
- Leading a team of 8 direct reports to include the following departments: Master Scheduler, Buyers, Shipping Department, and Warehouse Team.
Buyer
HM Dunn Aerospace Company
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Responsible for excess of $15 million of Titanium, and Aluminum plate/forgings
- Purchase of raw materials for the entire company based on min/max requirements and the weekly production schedule to meet manufacturing needs
- Responsible for making sure material is FARS and DFAR compliant for the company
- Manage the on time delivery of materials
- Responsible for setting up new vendor relationships, and maintaining the current book of business through acquisition of long term contracts
- Place, monitor, and maintain purchase orders that meet quality, delivery, and cost expectations
- Monitor ERP for order releases and exception messages to manage inventories
- Revitalized ERP (GSS) by managing data integrity and driving for full implementation.
Program Manager
HM Dunn Aerospace Company
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Responsible for managing multiple programs, across a variety of platforms, including Triumph/Vought - 747/767 (LTA 5yrs, worth $4.6M), Spirit - G650/747 (LTA 6yrs worth $15M), Gulfstream P42 (LTA 5yrs worth $28M), Boeing - 767 (LTA 3yrs worth $6M), and Messier-Dowty (LTA 5yrs worth $16.5 M)
- Responsible for bringing in multiple contracts to help further business development
- Triumph/Vought (5yr LTA) / Boeing (3yr LTA)
- Responsible for customer program reviews, co-ordination of quality reviews, increase in on time delivery of product, and evaluation of profitability
- Interface with customers prior to initial award of contract and through shipment of first article part through production
- Responsible for setting standards that led to on time delivery of product for multiple customers, on-time delivery rating improved by 45%
- Responsible for negotiation of future contracts and awards.
Program Manager
Progressive Incorporated - A PCC Company
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Responsible for managing multiple customer accounts, including Lockheed Martin (LTA, $50m/yr), Gulfstream Aerospace (LTA 2yrs worth $6.3M), Triumph/Vought ($4M/yr.), Spirit (LTA 5yrs worth $44M), and all inter-company PCC accounts
- Experience with Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)
- Responsible and accountable for customer program reviews, quality reviews, on time delivery, and profitability
- Interfaces with customers prior to initial contract award through shipment of first article product and while in production
- Co-ordinate with Sr
- Operations Managers, Engineering Managers, and Supply Chain Managers to ensure engineering and programming are developed to meet customer specifications
- Work with local machining and processing suppliers to ensure that delivery commitments are met.
Education
BA - Marketing -
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX12.2001
Skills
- Materials Management
- Analyzing data
- Manufacturing Procedures
- Training and coaching
- Production and processing
- Production Scheduling
- Demand forecasting
- Workflow Optimization
- Capacity Planning
- Adept in the following MRP systems: Pro Shop, Epicor, Global Shop Solutions, and BAAN
- Report creation
- Problem-solving abilities
Affiliations
- Habitat for Humanity
- Arlington Life Shelter
- Former Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce Member
- Mission Arlington
- Samaritan's Purse
Timeline
Production Control Planner
Beacon Industries, Inc
05.2021 - Current
Procurement and Inventory Control Manager
PCX / Harlow Aerostructures
06.2019 - 04.2021
Production Control Manager
HM Dunn Aerospace Company
02.2018 - 06.2019
Buyer
HM Dunn Aerospace Company
07.2016 - 01.2018
Program Manager
HM Dunn Aerospace Company
06.2015 - 06.2016
Program Manager
Progressive Incorporated - A PCC Company
01.2014 - 06.2015
BA - Marketing -
Dallas Baptist University
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