Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, Va
03.2024 - Current
Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
Championed company values through consistent modeling of ethical behavior and adherence to corporate policies.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
01.2023 - 03.2024
Make-up and Long term Make-up (ability to lead the team in the absence of the Forman).
Read mapping drawings to correctly complete jobs accurately and prevent rework.
Measured installation locations with care to cut materials accurately and minimize waste.
Help the team operate efficiently by keeping supplies, tools and equipment organized.
Finished job within allotted time frame and strive for First Time Quality at the completion of job.
Helped team operate efficiently by keeping supplies, tools and equipment organized.
Production Planner and Scheduler 1
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
08.2022 - 01.2023
Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management everyday.
Used SA to provide relevant information, evaluations and planning data for production.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
08.2019 - 08.2022
Read mapping drawings to correctly complete jobs accurately and prevent rework.
Measured installation locations with care to cut materials accurately and minimize waste.
Help the team operate efficiently by keeping supplies, tools and equipment organized.
Finished job within allotted time frame and strive for First Time Quality at the completion of job.
Helped team operate efficiently by keeping supplies, tools and equipment organized.
Met strict quality standards by inspecting and correcting work of less experienced team members.
Instructional Assistant
Isle Of Wight County Schools
08.2018 - 08.2019
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Paraprofessional Educator
Southampton County Public Schools
02.2016 - 06.2018
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Insulator
Newport News Shipbuilding
03.2014 - 02.2016
Applied and handled insulating products such as fiberglass and cloth with mud.
Assessed project scope, material requirements and blueprints to gain valid understanding of project details.
Cut, formed and arranged insulation to promote efficiency of materials for each project.
Insert Machine Operator
Money Mailer
08.2005 - 02.2013
Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment to produce 1500+ envelopes per hour.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
Masters - Marriage And Family Therapy
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2018
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2016
Associate Of General Studies - General Studies
Paul D Camp Community College
Franklin, VA
05.2013
Skills
General Forman Makeup
Fire Warden
Government Property Custodian
Auto Cad
Auto Desk
MIP Database
SAP, DDMS Viewer, Time Keeping, LX Exchange, Network Call-In System, Microsoft Office, and Swims
Assemble Parts and Fabrication
Critical Thinking
Basic Mapping and Blueprint Interpretation
Safe Work Practices
Training Junior Team Members
Basic Equipment Operation
Cost Savings
Insulation Installation
Accomplishments
Featured in February 2021 edition of The Currents (Newport News Shipbuilding weekly publication), my team and myself were recognized for successfully completing a job with Zero Items which led to First Time Quality work.