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Rob Penrod

Leader- Professional
Wichita Falls,TX

Summary

Proven leader in driving organizational success and innovation, notably at Spirit AeroSystems, where I leveraged collaborative leadership and data analytics to optimize operations and spearhead market expansion. My approach combines fostering culture transformation with strategic stakeholder relations, achieving significant growth and efficiency improvements.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Director Global Quality

Spirit AeroSystems
01.2013 - 05.2017
  • Optimized project timelines by effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing workload among team members.
  • Cultivated a culture of innovation by promoting creative thinking and encouraging employees to take calculated risks in pursuit of solutions.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
  • Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities.
  • Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.

Vice President of Operations

Aurora Flight Sciences
04.2008 - 11.2011
  • Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
  • Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
  • Supported project management team for optimal performance.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration for optimal business outcomes.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners for mutually beneficial collaborations.
  • Strategically coordinated operations according to objectives and capabilities, effectively allocating resources to meet demands
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by developing and implementing strategies to improve service quality.
  • Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
  • Implemented new technologies to automate processes, resulting in reduced labor costs and increased efficiency.

Owner - Partner

M&M Construction
01.1985 - 11.2011
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Experts in New home construction, remodeling and large garages

Chief Operating Officer

Adam Aircraft
03.2006 - 02.2008
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
  • Mentored team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and providing constructive feedback; fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.
  • Guided teams through periods of significant change by providing clear communication and decisive leadership during transitions.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
  • Promoted a positive corporate culture by implementing employee engagement programs that recognized achievement and fostered collaboration among teams.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
  • Enhanced company reputation by establishing strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
  • Negotiated favorable vendor contracts for cost-effective procurement solutions that supported business growth objectives.

Business Unit Director

Bell Helicopter Textron
02.2000 - 01.2006
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify untapped market opportunities and capitalize on them effectively.
  • Identified skill gaps within the team and initiated targeted training programs to develop necessary competencies for continued success.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, lowering material costs without compromising quality standards.
  • Expanded the company''s footprint into new markets by conducting thorough market research, establishing partnerships, and executing successful sales strategies.
  • Solicited and incorporated customer feedback into product development process, leading to better alignment with market needs and increased customer loyalty.
  • Championed a culture of accountability within the team by setting clear expectations and providing consistent feedback on performance metrics.
  • Developed and executed business plans for sustainable growth, achieving significant year-over-year revenue increase.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality and service delivery excellence.
  • Drove innovation by fostering an environment that encouraged creative problem solving and risk-taking among team members.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products, resulting in increased market share and profitability.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment of goals and seamless collaboration across departments.

Director of Quality and Engineering

The Aerostructures Corportion
07.1981 - 01.2000
  • Enhanced product quality by implementing robust testing procedures and streamlining manufacturing processes.
  • Championed a customer-focused approach to engineering design, incorporating end-user feedback into product enhancements and ensuring high levels of satisfaction with delivered solutions.
  • Established key performance indicators to monitor quality metrics, driving data-driven decision-making and process improvements.
  • Facilitated communication between engineering and production teams, ensuring seamless handoff of designs for efficient manufacturing execution.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by conducting time studies on critical operations in the production line.
  • Managed budget allocations for engineering projects, balancing resource requirements with cost constraints while maintaining project timelines.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to improve component quality, reducing defects and increasing overall product reliability.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project completion, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely delivery.

Education

Associate of Science - Business

Cumberland University
Lebanon
05.1990

Skills

  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Culture Transformation
  • Team Management
  • Policy Development
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Team Building and Motivation
  • Team building abilities
  • Data Analytics
  • Policy Implementation
  • Organizational Development
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Pipeline Development
  • Market understanding
  • Program Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Market Expansion
  • Business Development
  • Construction
  • Remolding Customer relations and development
  • Black Belt in DFSS and DMAIC

Accomplishments

Reduced cycle time of a complete aircraft manufacturing process to from 49 months to 18 weeks

Improved cost performance by 46%

Developed a standard garage building process from 3 months to 4 days

Improved delivered aircraft quality by 62%

Developed and implemented lean methodologies that resulted in cycle time reduction and improved profit margin

Industry known as a team builder and organization leader and developer (A Trailblazer)

Operated as a Junior Achievement mentor for middle and high school with a focus on ecomics and livinf=g in the the real world

Boy Scout leader and Mentor

Wilderness survial instructor

Raised a great family

Married for 43 years


Timeline

Senior Director Global Quality

Spirit AeroSystems
01.2013 - 05.2017

Vice President of Operations

Aurora Flight Sciences
04.2008 - 11.2011

Chief Operating Officer

Adam Aircraft
03.2006 - 02.2008

Business Unit Director

Bell Helicopter Textron
02.2000 - 01.2006

Owner - Partner

M&M Construction
01.1985 - 11.2011

Director of Quality and Engineering

The Aerostructures Corportion
07.1981 - 01.2000

Associate of Science - Business

Cumberland University

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