wayne gower

* Supervised base security and convoy operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom. * Responsible for individual and team training within section. * Provided guidance and assistance in planning subordinates advancement. * Continually updated and maintained personnel files of section members and administrative forms associated with unit functions. * Completed public speaking and certified instructor training course. * Maintained inventories of all serialized equipment ensuring 100% accountability and operational readiness.

* Performed direct liaison duties between shop floor and engineering. * Provided feedback to customers on a consistent basis using various communication methods. * Conducted time studies and methods improvement evaluations implementing effective changes based on detailed data. * Organized and Analyzed dimensional studies. * Updated instructions and records for use in production areas. * Issued purchase orders and requisitions for subcontracted work. * Handled hazardous materials in compliance with OSHA regulations.

* Supervised administrative functions to ensure meticulous inspection grade records and inventories were appropriately maintained. * Held solely responsible for the organization and preparation of all paperwork, improvement of quality service and productivity in department. * Maintained 100% operational readiness of equipment despite 50% manning level during Persian Gulf Escort Operations. * Inspected, troubleshot, diagnosed, repaired and maintained hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. * Trained personnel in equipment operation.

* Responsible for handling and managing customer accounts ensuring schedule accuracy and adherence. * Work closely with manufacturing teams providing up to the minute priorities on critically overdue programs * Conduct customer plant tours and generate presentations specific to current manufacturing conditions and future operational objectives * Provide feedback to quality ensuring all customer specifications are followed and maintained on raw materials utilized. * Manage Alloy inventory and usage ensuring accuracy of inventory in foundry and warehouse operations on 32 Alloys and 46 Elements. * Provide feedback to upper management on economic conditions using London Metal Exchange (LME) and other indicators to evaluate pricing and purchasing strategies * Monitor and update inflation tables utilizing Bureau of labor and Statistics information providing inflationary numbers to upper management for evaluation

* Supervised entire manufacturing group responsible for monthly shipments resulting in company sales of 4 to 5 million based on forecast. * Established and maintained production forecast for over 300 customer part numbers. * Ensured product was manufactured in accordance with customer specifications. * Worked with Engineering and quality organization implementing process improvements to reduce rework, improve efficiency and profit margin. * Supervised 90 employees working on three shifts across seven days. * Responsible for all reviews and professional development process of employees in manufacturing finishing area. * Established cross training matrix allowing for upward mobility of workforce and better product movement across three shift operations. * Monitored and maintained safety guidelines ensuring OSHA compliance.