Manuel Gandarilla
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Dedicated Maintenance Mechanic and effective leader who excels at using proven methods and cutting-edge technology to reduce cost, streamline operations and increase productivity. Successful background in project scope definition and safety program implementation within the maintenance supervising and maintenance repair.
Knowledgeable Materials Manager bringing proven expertise in managing materials needs for navy operations.
Confident leader and team supervisor with background in materials movement. Reliable in enforcing strong safety measures and expertly allocating assignments to meet demand. Detail-oriented in inspecting for defects, operational problems and quality issues.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Material Management Supervisor
US Navy
Bremerton, WA
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Supervises the overall maintenance plan of action for work centers
- Provides feedback and instructions on how to perform the maintenance in a correct and understandable manner
- Coordinates safety measures for all planned and unexpected maintenance actions
- Ensured accurate and timely inventory management of materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Monitored stock levels to ensure availability of necessary items for operations.
- Developed and implemented procedures for receiving, storing, issuing, and transferring material.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions in the material management system.
- Conducted periodic physical inventories to verify accuracy of inventory records..
- Managed team members responsible for daily operations related to material management functions.
- Created reports on inventory levels, trends, shortages, overages, and other issues as needed.
3rd Class Petty Officer
Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Fuels
Bremerton, WA
03.2021 - 06.2024
- Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs
- Inspect cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured
- Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with safety, quality, or service standards
- Maintain repair or maintenance records
- Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation
- Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards
- Record operational or production data
- Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures
- Supervise employees
- Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.
- Assisted in the training and development of junior personnel.
- Supervised daily operations on board the vessel.
- Conducted maintenance checks on all equipment and systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Monitored crew performance and provided feedback when necessary.
- Provided guidance to subordinate personnel in completing tasks.
- Performed administrative duties, such as preparing reports and tracking records.
- Reviewed operational plans for accuracy and completeness.
- Verified completion of orders from higher authority.
- Maintained communication with upper management regarding progress updates.
- Analyzed data from various sources to make informed decisions.
- Advised senior officers on matters pertaining to personnel management.
- Trained and supervised personnel in daily operations.
- Investigated discrepancies or issues that arose during operations.
- Assisted with equipment maintenance and repair.
- Completed daily reporting to inform supervisors of work completed or incidents.
Repairman
US Navy
Bremerton, WA
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- replaced worn components such as bearings,seals,o-rings,filters according to manufacturer specifications.
- reported issues,malfunctions,unusual wear or damage to equipment.
- Cleaned, lubricated, and adjusted parts such as motors, belts, valves, switches, bearings.
- Inspected tools, equipment, and work areas for safety hazards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Christopher High School
Gilroy, CA06-2019
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Team building
- Systems Evaluation
- Aviation Maintenance Management
- Management
- Supervision
- Aircraft Fuels and Fuel Systems
- Training & Development
- Equipment repair and maintenance
- Cost reduction
- Inventory Management
- Waste Reduction
- Material Handling
- Team Leadership
- Materials Movement
- Documentation and Reporting
- Supply Chain Management
- Workplace Safety
- Incident Investigation
- Procedure Implementation
- Performance Monitoring
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Assurance
- Interpersonal Communication
- Decision-Making
- Equipment Installation
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Safety Awareness
- OSHA
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Maintaining Components
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Field Maintenance
Accomplishments
- Honors & Awards
- 1 Navy Flag Letter of Commendation
- US Navy Bluejacket of the Quarter
- Activities
- In charge of over 300+ maintenance actions across a span of 15 months as V-4 Below Decks Maintenance Supervisor.
- Drove 95% improvement in 14 months of intensive maintenance work through 3 aggressive inspections which provided USS Nimitz with the ability to successfully deploy .
- Improved delivery of fuel systems maintenance and repairs by 75%, saving the navy $235,000 in repairs. This action overall improved customer satisfaction and cost efficiency.
Certification
- yellow Belt Certified
- Green Belt Certified
Timeline
Maintenance Material Management Supervisor
US Navy
05.2021 - 06.2024
3rd Class Petty Officer
Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Fuels
03.2021 - 06.2024
Repairman
US Navy
06.2020 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Christopher High School