RONNIE NORTON

*** ******** ****  Hot Springs, Arkansas 71901

501-***-****  mxka9e@r.postjobfree.com

Aerospace Manufacturing Manager

Highly accomplished mechanical professional with 15-plus years experience directing quality assurance operations for leading aerospace assembling corporations. Seasoned department manager with a reputation for implementing procedures and tools that identify and correct problems. Supervisor of manufacturing and quality control protocol. Strong team leader skilled at developing and executing training materials and conducting workshops for employees to improve overall efficiency. Excellent organizational skill and the ability to manage projects to meet strict deadline schedules while maintaining top standards. A self-starter with a strong commitment to achieving excellence and consistently exceeding expectations in high-pressure environments.

Department Administration  Strong Organizational Skills  Strategic Planning  Team Leadership

Continuous Improvement  Assembly Procedures  Lean Processing  Multi-Tasker

Problem Solving  Quality Assurance  Best Shop Assembly  Client Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TRIUMPH FABRICATIONS, Hot Springs, Arkansas  2005-2009

Leading fabrication of details for multiple aircrafts, including assembly of UH-60 Blackhawk, with approximately 400 employees.

Quality and Manufacturing Engineer/Assembly Trainer

Developed and reviewed manufacturing and design engineering documentation and contractual verification. Generated 1st article inspections per AS-9102 to ensure necessary quality assurance and customer provisions for clients including Vought, Boeing, Gulfstream, and Sikorsky. Identified any discrepancies and implemented processes to prevent reoccurrences. Coordinated with customers and government representatives on corrective action reports (CAR) for nonconforming material. Directed quality assurance inspections, including proper methods, specifications, and assemblies. Collaborated with quality assurance department to create high drivers for process improvement. Defined and initiated manufacturing work instructions and illustrations using bill of material (BOM), blueprints, fabrication outlines, and tooling to support proper customer build configurations. Supported shop floor manufacturing investigation protocol and corrected complex technical issues to meet deadline schedules. Created course instruction and training materials to accomplish assembly training objectives.

Key Highlights:

• Implemented installation of digital timer for sulfuric anodize tank, reducing volume of scraps in work in process and increasing company savings.

• Developed assembly procedures for UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters, including training 120 mechanics, ordering all necessary hand tools, and creating course training syllabus.

• As a team member helped develop a paperless defect tracking system.

• Established flow charts in each cell to track process improvements.

• Helped document quality/manufacturing manual procedures for the company.

• Prepared employees for internal and external audits.

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP, INC., Atlanta, Georgia  2004-2005

Contract company that outsourced aerospace workers and experts for short-period contracts.

Quality Assurance Inspector/Aircraft Assembly Trainer

Executed modification work on the CH-47 Chook and UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters. Implemented the installation of the Common Missile Warning System (CMWS) and Electro-Optic Missile Sensors (EOMS). Coordinated modifications and repairs as needed.

NORTHROP/GRUMMAN/VOUGHT AIRCRAFT INDUSTRIES

Perry, Georgia and Stuart, Florida  1991-2003

National assembler of leading commercial and military aircrafts, including 737, 747, 757, 767, C-130, C-17, and F-15. Approximately 700 employees.

Senior Lead Sheet Metal Assembly Technician

Coordinated assembly management for multiple aircraft projects. Implemented new building, modification, and repair procedures. Led mechanic assembly instructions for leading clients, including Vought, Boeing, Lockheed-Martin, and Sikorsky. Oversaw quality assurance program. Supervised mechanics to ensure mechanical standards, engineering orders, and blueprint interpretations were consistently met.

Key Highlights:

• Implemented quality process tools to improve quality, downtime, and efficiency and satisfy deadline schedules.

• Led training sessions on proper assembly methods for Boeing 747 aircraft sub assemblies.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science Candidate

Courses: Old and New Testament, Marketing, Principles of Management

Business and Public Law, Micro and Macro Economics

Dallas Baptist University, Stuart, Florida

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Quality Engineering Certificate

Hot Springs Community College, Hot Springs, Arkansas

Quality Improvement and Root Cause and Corrective Action Certificate

Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, St. Louis, Missouri

Lean Enterprise Champion Certificate

Triumph Fabrication, Hot Springs, Arkansas

Aviation Mechanic’s Airframe License (FAA)

Kings School of Aeronautics, Memphis, Tennessee

Advanced Quality Systems (AQS-1)

Southern College of Technology, Macon, Georgia

Northrop/Grumman/Vought Certification Courses

Adhesives, Colbert Rivets, Fillet Sealing, Epoxy Resin Mixer, Alodine Application

Hi-Lock Installation and Removal, Kaynar Nuts, Resistance Testing, Rivet Installation and Removal

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