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RAQUEL O'BRYAN
Nuclear Professional
Plainfield,IL
Quote
Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.
Stephen Hawking
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Summary
Results-driven nuclear maintenance work planner and United States Veteran with a proven track record in high-stakes environments. Expertise in planning, preparing, and executing maintenance work packages, complemented by strong skills in project management, adaptability, and cross-departmental collaboration. Committed to enhancing work package quality, mentoring emerging talent, and supporting department objectives. Seeking a transition into a nuclear outage support or project management role, to leverage extensive experience and leadership capabilities in driving successful projects and effectively managing resources to achieve organizational milestones.
Affiliations
- National Contract Management Association - Chicagoland Chapter - Member ID: 1042047
- PMI - Project Management Institute - Chicagoland Chapter - Member ID: 12106300
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification – ISCEA (International Supply Chain Education Alliance), In-progress
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Braidwood Nuclear Station Emerging Leaders Program
- Commercial and Contract Management Associate Certificate Program (CCMA) - In Progress
- Lean Six Sigma Program and Project Management
- Lean Six Sigma for Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chains
- Project Management Certificate Program
Training
- Confined Space Rescue Team Qualified
- Emergency Response Organization Logistics Coordinator Qualified
- Maintenance Planner Level 300 Qualified
- Tagout Requester Qualified
- Task Manager Qualified
Software
AS9 Asset Suite
Work History
Nuclear Maintenance Work Planner
Constellation Nuclear Generation
03.2016 - Current
- Plan and prepare over 40 work package instructions monthly that provide direction to the Maintenance Department for corrective maintenance repairs, the performance of preventive maintenance and surveillances, and the implementation of modifications
- Select and approve over 50 material reservations monthly or make procurement recommendations for all materials needed for work package execution
- Conduct field walk-downs to identify and analyze corrective and preventive maintenance, modification, and surveillance activities, and to provide input for refining and improving work package quality
- Review, approve, and process new and obsolete preventative maintenance requests, for the mechanical maintenance planning department, and create/update PM models accordingly
- Provide continuous station support during scheduled and outage work, as the lead on the Confined Space Rescue Team
- Function as a Project Coordinator for special projects as required, including oversight of contract personnel
- Function as an Assistant Outage Manager during outages, or as required for station support
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline work processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed work requests to prioritize tasks, ensuring timely completion of projects and minimizing downtime.
- Evaluated project outcomes to identify areas for improvement, driving continuous enhancement of planning strategies.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all project details, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference or audits.
- Exceeded performance targets consistently with meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence in work planning efforts.
- Accelerated overall productivity by mentoring junior team members on best practices and efficient work planning techniques.
Maintenance Scheduler / Planner
Bimba Manufacturing Company
06.2007 - 04.2015
- Created and implemented PM schedules and work orders for over 8 different departments and over 150 pieces of machinery.
- Approved purchase requisitions based on product needs, contract requirements, and the volume and financial impact.
- Resolved a variety of purchasing issues for both internal and external customers (unblock invoices to secure payment for vendors, provide expediting services as necessary, and disputes for “out of scope” changes).
- Worked with and maintained 3 main budgets for each year: Capital Projects: 5 million / MRO: 325,000 / Tooling Budget: 100,000
- Participated as an Administrator for the company's MSDS program.
Aviation Supply Specialist
United States Navy, USN
06.2003 - 02.2006
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of aviation supplies.
- Coordinated procurement processes for aircraft parts and materials, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to secure quality supplies at competitive prices.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and standards for aviation supply management.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced lead times in supply chain operations.
- Resolved discrepancies in inventory records by conducting thorough investigations into possible causes and taking corrective actions as needed.
- Analyzed historical data to forecast demand patterns, enabling accurate purchasing decisions and optimal inventory levels.
- Optimized warehouse organization for improved accuracy in locating and tracking aviation parts and supplies.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate cost-effective contracts while maintaining high-quality standards for aviation parts.
- Contributed to risk management efforts by identifying potential vulnerabilities within the supply chain process and developing mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Maintained detailed records of all transactions, enabling accurate reporting and analysis of department performance metrics.
- Supported maintenance teams by ensuring timely delivery of essential components, minimizing aircraft downtime.
Timeline
Certification - Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (CLSSYB)
International Supply Chain Education Alliance
11.2025 - Current
Certificate - Commercial And Contract Management Associate-CCMA
National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
10.2025 - Current
School of Professional Studies - Post-Bachelor - Sciences
Northwestern University
09.2024 - Current
Certificate - Project Management
Cornell University
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Rush University
08.2021 - 04.2024
Associate of Arts - Sciences
Joliet Junior College
01.2020 - 12.2020
Nuclear Maintenance Work Planner
Constellation Nuclear Generation
03.2016 - Current
Maintenance Scheduler / Planner
Bimba Manufacturing Company
06.2007 - 04.2015
Aviation Supply Specialist
United States Navy, USN
06.2003 - 02.2006
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma Methodologies
- Expert Proficiency in Passport / Asset Suite
- Military background in equipment maintenance
- Commercial Experience in Maintenance Scheduling
- Nuclear Experience in Maintenance Planning
- Nuclear Outage Control Center Maintenance Support
- Emergency Response - Logistics Coordinator
- Confined Space Rescue
- Regulatory compliance
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Continuous improvement
Education
School of Professional Studies - Post-Bachelor - Sciences
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL 09.2024 - Current
Certificate - Commercial And Contract Management Associate-CCMA
National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
10.2025 - Current
Certification - Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (CLSSYB)
International Supply Chain Education Alliance
11.2025 - Current
Certificate - Project Management
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Rush University
Chicago, IL 08.2021 - 04.2024
Associate of Arts - Sciences
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL 01.2020 - 12.2020
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual