Tad L. Soper
Snyder,TX
Summary
I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I am motivated, reliable, and a self-starter. I am in great physical condition and can easily fulfill all the physical demands required to work for your company. I work well with others or alone. I can work well under a high-stress environment when required. I will apply myself 100% to all tasks given.
I have over 35 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, and technician with electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical-mechanical systems. I am accomplished and results-oriented with a proven success in System Maintenance, Procurement, Inventory Management, Human Resources, Safety and Quality Assurance, Maintenance Data Collection, Material Control, Industrial Security, Resource Management, and Operations and Maintenance Management.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
Snyder, USA
01.2020 - 10.2024
- Long-term tenure with leading companies in defense contracting.
- Supervised large workforce within scope of Air Force O&M contract
- Guided staff on effective upkeep methods
- Oversee adherence to Contract Statement of Work
- Minimized use of HAZMAT by researching and substituting safer materials
- Strengthened company ties with Government and Air Force
- Managed daily maintenance tasks effectively
- Certified FSO with expertise in site security
- Handled site supply technician responsibilities alongside main tasks for over two years
- Guided team in effective equipment upkeep procedures
- Maintained safe operating compliance and verified that operations met best practice standards.
- Developed and implemented process improvement initiatives to reduce costs, improve efficiency and increase customer satisfaction.
Quality Control Inspector
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
Snyder, USA
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Generated reports summarizing inspection results, defect trends, and other statistical data.
- Monitored all tasks to meet contractual standards
- Guaranteed comprehensive safety protocols across operational duties
- Maintained adherence to OSHA, EPA regulations and government standards
- Addressed production challenges by conducting detailed root cause analysis
- Monitored workplace compliance with regulatory guidelines
Deputy Site Manager & Site Manager
Ahntech, Inc., ACC PTR contract
Dugway, UT
01.2002 - 05.2012
- Managed daily operations and maintenance tasks
- Certified FSO managing site facility security
- Serve in auxiliary role as supply technician
- Led a two-year site renovation project that significantly enhanced productivity
- Trained technicians on proper operations and maintenance of radar systems and subassemblies.
Work Center Supervisor (WCS)
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
Snyder, USA
03.1999 - 01.2002
- Replaced defective parts using soldering techniques as required.
- Trained other technicians in the use of specialized diagnostic tools and software programs.
- Conducted timely repairs to reduce Air Force equipment downtime
- Utilized schematics, diagrams, and manuals to accurately troubleshoot issues.
Electronics Technician I and II
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
Snyder, USA
01.1998 - 03.1999
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment.
- Performed soldering tasks to repair or assemble electronic components.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Replaced defective parts using soldering techniques as required.
- Repaired systems, equipment and subassemblies by replacing defective components or line replaceable units.
- Operated and maintained Air Force radar systems.
- Installed and tested new electronic equipment and components.
Education
Diploma - Computer Technology
E.C.P.I. College of Technology
Hampton, Virginia01.1996
Class A -
Aviation Electronics Technician
01.1990
Class A -
Gunner's Mate
01.1985
High School -
Odessa High School
Odessa, TX05-1984
Skills
- Budgeting and Cost Savings
- Mechanical testing
- Equipment Installation
- Schematic reading
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Continuous Improvement
- Test equipment operation
- Soldering techniques
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Electronic troubleshooting
- Renovations, building, and demolition
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Organization
- Site Inspection and Management
- Site Management
- Procurement Management
- Customer Service
- Personnel Management
- OSHA Compliance Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hydraulic systems
- Machine Operation
- Power Tool Operation
- Pneumatic Systems
- Quality Inspection
- Electrical Systems
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
Military Service, US Navy
United States Navy, 02/06/84, 07/16/96
Timeline
Site Manager
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
01.2020 - 10.2024
Quality Control Inspector
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
01.2012 - 01.2020
Deputy Site Manager & Site Manager
Ahntech, Inc., ACC PTR contract
01.2002 - 05.2012
Work Center Supervisor (WCS)
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
03.1999 - 01.2002
Electronics Technician I and II
Air Force Practical Training Range (PTR) Contract
01.1998 - 03.1999
Diploma - Computer Technology
E.C.P.I. College of Technology
Class A -
Aviation Electronics Technician
Class A -
Gunner's Mate
High School -
Odessa High School
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