Rudolph Draper
Coffeyville
Summary
Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record at the Kansas Army National Guard, excelling in team leadership and problem-solving. Enhanced supply chain efficiency and optimized resource allocation, driving mission readiness. Skilled in operations management and committed to fostering accountability, ensuring high-quality outcomes in diverse environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Kansas Army National Guard
10.1997 - Current
- Led operational planning and execution for training exercises, ensuring mission readiness and compliance with military standards.
- Streamlined logistics processes, enhancing supply chain efficiency and reducing downtime during operations.
- Managed personnel assignments and performance evaluations, fostering team development and accountability within units.
- Directed resource allocation for equipment maintenance, optimizing operational capability across diverse missions.
Manufacturing Manager
Gates Rubber Co.
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Oversaw production schedules to optimize workflow and meet delivery deadlines.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed training programs for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Analyzed production data to identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions for continuous improvement.
- Managed budget planning and forecasting activities for the manufacturing department, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals while maintaining operational excellence.
City Commissioner and Mayor
City of Pittsburg Kansas
03.2007 - 03.2013
- Led community engagement initiatives to enhance citizen participation and transparency in local government decisions.
- Developed strategic plans addressing local economic development and infrastructure improvement projects.
- Collaborated with city departments to streamline operations and improve service delivery for residents.
- Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring allocation of resources aligned with city priorities and community needs.
Quality Control Inspector
MPIX.COM
03.2007 - 01.2013
- Conducted thorough inspections of incoming materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Developed and implemented inspection protocols, enhancing the accuracy of quality assessments.
- Trained and mentored junior inspectors on best practices in quality control processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify areas for process improvement, reducing defects in final output.
Education
Organizational Leadership
Seargent Major's Acadamy
Fort Bliss, TX11-2023
Associate of Science - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL03-2007
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
Timeline
Manufacturing Manager
Gates Rubber Co.
02.2013 - 02.2016
City Commissioner and Mayor
City of Pittsburg Kansas
03.2007 - 03.2013
Quality Control Inspector
MPIX.COM
03.2007 - 01.2013
Operations Manager
Kansas Army National Guard
10.1997 - Current
Organizational Leadership
Seargent Major's Acadamy
Associate of Science - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
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