Mark Gentile

• Manage a team of multiple departments to create a dynamic, low volume, high dollar product that is used to save lives and preserve land around the world.
• Cultivated culture of excellence and accountability, leading by example and providing clear expectations.
• Schedule, direct and plan all operations.
• Daily and weekly meetings with the Director of Operations to discuss production goals, KPI's and other set targets.
• Analyze labor records vs. standards to create plans of minimizing direct labor variance.
• Lead aggressive productivity and labor savings program to match inflation. (Program driven by Transdeigm)
• Provide appropriate lead time to sales.
• Create work orders/jobs in Plex ERP system according to Sales,Forecast and SIOP.
• Proficient in Plex ERP system
• Analyze current or new designs to create/ improve process routing by part.
• Take on roll of Project management when certain opportunities arise.
• International travel to support customers with Composite repairs.
• Provide planning and assistance to the design engineering team for NPI.
• Meet with customers on progress checkpoints for large contract builds.
• Facilitate outside processes (weld inspection, powder coat, electropolish, Machining)
• Hold daily morning meetings to communicate current system priorities and objectives, across all departments.
• Manage building and facility maintenance or services.
• Maintain shop use tooling and consumables.
• Conduct interviews/exit interviews
• Provide assistance and training to employees
• Conduct quarterly and annual employee reviews
• Safety committee member

Direct reporting departments

• Fiberglass
• Electrical assembly
• General/Final assembly
• Inventory
• Shipping and Receiving

Work closely/set priorities for the following departments

• Sustaining Engineering
• Design Engineering
• Procurement
• Quality Control

• Regularly communicated with clients regarding repair status updates, fostering trust and maintaining positive relationships.
• Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure adequate stock levels for replacement parts on overhaul or warranty systems,minimizing delays in repair completion.
• Maintained detailed records of all completed repairs for future reference and accurate billing purposes.
• Reduced downtime for clients by prioritizing urgent repairs and allocating resources accordingly.
• Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues effectively as they arose within the repair process cycle.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure high-quality parts at competitive prices.
• Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.

• Manufacture Agricultural spray and Fire Attack Systems(FAS) for various application to rotorcraft.
• Used various hand tools and precise measuring equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Maintain full traceability for every component of build required by FAA regulations
• Assisted in designing custom tools and fixtures for specific aerospace applications, increasing overall productivity.
• Exhibited versatility as an Aerospace Technician by adapting quickly to new software platforms required for project success.
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems diagnostics, significantly reducing troubleshooting timeframes.

• Various foundry positions.
• Enhanced foundry efficiency by maintaining and operating various types of foundry equipment.
• Efficiently operated furnaces for optimal metal melting, improving overall production times.
• Assisted in training new employees on foundry processes, ensuring a seamless transition into the workplace.
• Optimized workspace organization, maintaining a clean and orderly environment conducive to productivity.
• Used tools to cut, trim and molds daily.

• Plane side Representative and specialized cargo and dangerous goods Load Planner
• Played a key role in the successful completion of numerous cargo missions, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to stringent safety standards.
• Optimized fuel consumption rates by accurately calculating required fuel based on flight plans, weather conditions, and payload requirements.
• Enhanced cargo loading efficiency by implementing precise weight and balance calculations.
• Conducted thorough pre-flight inspections to verify proper cargo securement and prevent potential hazards.
• Maximized cargo capacity by strategically arranging loads according to size, weight, and priority.
• Inspected cargo handling equipment regularly to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Supervised day-to-day operations of busy aircraft cargo handling facility.

• Plane side Representative and specialized cargo and dangerous goods Load Planner
• Played a key role in the successful completion of numerous cargo missions, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to stringent safety standards.
• Optimized fuel consumption rates by accurately calculating required fuel based on flight plans, weather conditions, and payload requirements.
• Enhanced cargo loading efficiency by implementing precise weight and balance calculations.
• Conducted thorough pre-flight inspections to verify proper cargo securement and prevent potential hazards.
• Maximized cargo capacity by strategically arranging loads according to size, weight, and priority.
• Inspected cargo handling equipment regularly to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Supervised day-to-day operations of busy aircraft cargo handling facility.