RICHARD COON
*** ******* **** ****** • Chelsea AL, 35043
205-***-**** • ************@*****.***
MANUFACTURING and MANAGEMENT
Sought after business management leader with demonstrated excellence in operations management. Proven track record
in managing business operations on a large scale from conception to launch while driving brand growth and improving
sales. Expert level operations management, production and sales strategist who resurrects faltering divisions and
restores profitability. Skillful at establishing process improvements that advance performance levels and drive company
objectives. Exceptional record of multi-unit management and improved customer satisfaction levels.
Core Competencies
Management • Staff Training • Coaching • Sales • Team Building • High Speed Pick and Place Equipment • Fuel Cell
Repair • Pneumatics • Team Leadership • Aircraft Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Client Relations • Event Development
• Fabrication Skills • PLC • Inventory Control • Hydraulics Repair and Replace • Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic •
Machine Maintenance & Repair • Quality Control • Assembly Line • Production • Manufacturing • Bill of Lading • PPAP •
Tig Welding • Vendor Relations • Inventory Management • Purchasing Management
CAREER SKILLS AND HIGHLIGHTS
• Exceptionally skilled professional with demonstrated excellence in a manufacturing environment.
• Over 15 years as a team manager focused on training and development of my team.
• Analytical, intuitive expert with proven record of reaching target goals.
• Passionate operations specialist, experience with many areas of manufacturing technologies.
• Track record of developing highly successful campaigns within budget, on schedule and surpassing corporate
goals.
• Adept at leading by example, marshaling resources and creating professional atmosphere to accomplish
objectives.
• Natural communicator with strong motivational skills and the ability to support operational goals and meet team
objectives.
• Able to work collaboratively with others, gather information, solicit feedback, and implement appropriate course of
action to ensure best outcomes.
• Excels in organizational planning. Delivers excellence in maintenance, repairs, fabrication and design in a
manufacturing environment.
• Offers unparalleled integrity, initiative, resourcefulness, consistency, and diligence in achieving objectives and
both short and long term goals.
• Results-oriented, able to balance multiple responsibilities, consistently delivering results on time.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Confederate Motorcycles, Birmingham, AL 2012- 2013
Purchasing Manager
Manufacturing
X132 Motorcycle
World Class Taekwondo Inc., Hoover, AL (owner) 2004 - 2011
Management
Master Chong’s Taekwondo, Buffalo, NY 1997 - 2004
Management
Facilities Maintenance
Motorola, Buffalo, NY 1994-1997
Machine Operator and Assembly Line Maintenance
Laporte Chevrolet 1993-1994
Line Mechanic
RICHARD COON
205-***-**** • ************@*****.***
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American Trans Air, Indianapolis, IN 1992-1993
FAA Licensed Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic
B727/B737/B757/B767/L1011 aircraft
United States Air Force – SGT, Various Locations 1987-1992
Journeyman Crew Chief – KC-135
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Air Force Maintenance Technologies
U.S. Air Force Community College
Business Administration
Erie Community College
Training and Development
• FAA Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic
• Staff Development
• Engine Run Certification
• Tig Welding
• Metal Fabrication
• Machinist and Metal Lathe Experience
• Noncommissioned Officer Leadership Training School
• Vocational Diploma – Construction (Carpentry, Electrical & Masonry)
• APOST Certified Law Enforcement Officer, Alabama
• Master Taekwondo Instructor, WTF