Kevin Pannell, MBA
**** ******* *****, **** *****, TX 76126
**********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Results-driven employee with a consistent record of developing new and
profitable methods to increase overall productivity. Motivated by
internal standards of excellence to continuously exceed expectations.
Highly successful in driving high-revenue projects, large-scale cost
savings initiatives, and improved overall organizational performance.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified as of June 2010
Experienced in SAP and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Power
Point, and Project
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Ability to self-manage; self motivated problem solving
Proven competency in management/team leader roles
EXPERIENCE
Triumph Aerostructures - Vought Aircraft Division
Grand Prairie, Texas
Project Manager / Production Technology Engineer
March 2008 - Present
. Manage multi-million dollar offload transition of major aircraft
components
. Plan, execute, manage, and monitor project schedule, budgets, and
productivity benchmarks
. Create beneficial client relationships, both internal and external
. Prepare daily reports for senior management
. Coordinate with team members and suppliers regarding schedule, costs, and
deliveries
. Responsible for monitoring and evaluating the organization's performance
during the implementation process
. Develop transition strategies and plans for major programs
. Direct meetings with business and technical team in order to gather
necessary analytical data
. Drive cost reduction initiatives in on-site personnel
. Evaluate vendor performance
. Act as a liaison between senior management and offload location
. Organize and facilitate project meetings with senior management and team
members
. Researched and developed multiple projects that resulted in increased
cost efficiency and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes for
current assembly programs
. Provided immediate floor support for commercial assembly operations,
including coordination with offsite suppliers
. Communicated effectively with all levels of employees and management
regarding procurement and implementation
. Managed strategic partnerships between vendors and suppliers
. Strategically planned and developed the implementation of
portable/durable tool technology
. Evaluate, test, develop and implement new production methods, as well
as enhance existing methods
. Develop and implement specialized assembly equipment
. Utilize the standardized procurement system to attain items for the
immediate needs of a variety of units including operations, facilities,
maintenance, and shipping
. Continuously manage, monitor, maintain, and reconcile a monthly budget
of $100,000 in procurement activities
. Provided new and innovative methods and tool technology that enabled
mechanics to improve assembly efficiency of the new 747-8 program
. Lead various make-to-buy decisions regarding aircraft parts and
assemblies
Preferred Tax Incorporated/Tax Plus Inc
Wilmington, Delaware
Account Manager
August 2007 -
February 2008
. Oversaw one of the two offices in the corporation
. Researched public records in local courthouses
. Managed numerous business accounts
. Performed a variety of payroll services to clients
. Calculated yearly budgets
. Consulted with customers involving accounts, budgets, and tax
information
. Audited company accounts
Burleson Independent School District
Burleson,
Texas
Coach/Teacher
July 2006 - August
2007
. Instructed high school and junior high school aged individuals in
various sports including football, baseball, basketball, and track and
field
. Lectured up to 90 students at a single time in the area of Physical
Education and Health
. Professionally judged and scouted various athletic competitions including
football, baseball, and track and field
. Mentored, assessed, and coached numerous young people from 8 years old up
to varsity-level athletes
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, Texas
Weight Room Consultant/Personal Trainer
January 2005 - July 2006
. Administered fitness assessments for members of the facility
. Taught group exercise classes
. Ensured that members used safe practices and techniques in their workouts
. Performed exercise testing/prescription and personal training for patrons
Airtech Environmental
Arlington,
Texas
Supervisor
August 2001 -
December 2004
. Supervised team members in the collection and report writing process
. Gathered air and surface samples to be used for laboratory testing
. Coordinated home remediation recommendations with insurance companies
. Generated reports for insurance companies and homeowners
United States Marine Corps Camp
Lejeune, North Carolina
Supervisor
May 1997 - May 2001
. Achieved rank of Sergeant
. Supervised up to 45 Marines at any one time
. Accountable for millions of dollars worth of hazardous ammunition
. Demonstrated ability to assess risk and respond appropriately
. Implemented computerized accountability system ahead of schedule,
increasing overall productivity
. Processed all logistical requests for ammunition and transportation
. Received excellent marks for all government inspections of ammunition
publications
. Monitored sites for explosive detonations
. Assisted in the demolition of dangerous, unexploded ordinance
. Maintained underground bunkers filled with dangerous explosives
EDUCATION
Dallas Baptist University
August 2008 -
May 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA) concentration in Management
GPA: 3.887
Texas Christian University
August 2004 - May
2006
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
GPA: 3.42