Madison Anderson
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner and Scheduler
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
2024.04 - Current
- Support Machinery Department production planning by preparing and maintaining work packages for shipboard production work, ensuring package details align with technical requirements, material needs, and schedule priorities.
- Review engineering documents, technical requirements, historical work records, and production feedback to build accurate work packages and identify concerns before work is released to production.
- Compare drawings, technical manuals, SAP records, and the bill of materials (BOM) to identify missing material, incorrect quantities, duplicate items, and conflicting requirements.
- Coordinate with construction supervisors, superintendents, engineering, warehouse, and production teams to resolve material concerns, clarify package details, and support scheduled work.
- Analyze technical incident reports, prior job history, and previous resolutions to improve future work packages and reduce repeat production issues.
- Helped clear the final backlog of approximately 470 manual material tags during the transition to SAP-based tracking, using a Gantt chart to organize the remaining items, track progress, and guide other planners through discrepancy research and cleanup.
Radiological Control Technician
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
2021.07 - 2024.04
- Provided radiological oversight for nuclear refueling and overhaul work by reviewing technical documents, interpreting procedural requirements, and ensuring compliance with corporate and local radiological control regulations.
- Identified and documented radiological deficiencies, supported timely corrective actions, and compiled trend analyses to improve nuclear work quality and training programs.
- Collaborated with safety task teams to develop and implement improved safety procedures across production areas.
- Performed radiological surveys, supported inspections, and managed radioactive material inventory to maintain compliance and protect personnel, the public, and the environment.
- Ensured compliance during emergency response operations, helping mitigate risk to sailors, workers, the public, and the environment.
Deck Electrician
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
2018.03 - 2021.07
- Performed electrical installations, rip-outs, and hookups of nuclear equipment supporting U.S. Navy aircraft carriers.
- Read and interpreted electrical drawings and schematics to complete safe, accurate installations and modifications in accordance with technical requirements.
- Communicated job progress, installation issues, and compliance concerns to Nuclear Quality Control and Radiological Control personnel.
- Documented new installations and modifications to existing electrical systems, maintaining accurate records to support turnover and traceability.
Aviation Radar Technician
United States Marine Corps
2016.11 - 2021.06
- Troubleshot and repaired intricate components of AN/TPS-59 radar system used to locate and identify targets during combat missions.
- Maintained accurate records detailing maintenance activities and test results on each radar system component.
- Performed assembly and tear down of AN/TPS-59 radar in mission-critical environments.
- Implemented schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals to assist in troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance of AN/TPS-59 radar and its associated equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology, Concentration in Nuclear Leadership
Excelsior University
Albany, NY2027-04
Skills
- Skills: Production Planning; Schedule Coordination; Regulatory Compliance; Risk Identification and Mitigation; Technical Document Review; Cross-Functional Collaboration; Clear Written and Verbal Communication; Organization; Attention to Detail; Adaptability; Prioritization
- Technologies: SAP; Material Requirements Planning (MRP); Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Project; Microsoft Office Suite
- Interests: Reading; Hiking; Home Projects; Crocheting; Cross-stitching
AWARDS
TAP Award Aug. 2025, Recognized for extraordinary effort supporting process improvement and positive organizational impact.
Timeline
Production Planner and Scheduler
Newport News Shipbuilding
2024.04 - Current
Radiological Control Technician
Newport News Shipbuilding
2021.07 - 2024.04
Deck Electrician
Newport News Shipbuilding
2018.03 - 2021.07
Aviation Radar Technician
United States Marine Corps
2016.11 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology, Concentration in Nuclear Leadership
Excelsior University