Kevin T. Frey
**** **** **** **** *************, PA 180**-***-*** 3328
Cell: 484-***-****
CAREER OBJECTIVE
The challenging and rewarding position that may exist within the Sears Holdings Corporation where prior experience, personal ability,
and a commitment to professionalism would be of value. Position should allow for continued personal and professional growth
commensurate with achievements.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Pro active and results oriented professional with broad experience in all aspects of business management. Demonstrated hands on
management style in the development and implementation of strategic plans to ensure company growth. Solid planning and
organizational skills in coordinating all aspects of each project from inception through completion. Sees the big picture and plans
appropriate strategies to achieve results. Well disciplined with proven ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently under pressure
while meeting tight deadline schedules. Ascertains needs and goals, streamlines existing operations, turns around unprofitable
functions, envisions new concepts and future trends, and follows through with development, direction and accomplishment. Effectively
communicates direction, commits people to action and conveys complex information in easily understood formats. Skilled in Lean and
Six Sigma Management. Ability to interpret technical schematics and engineering drawings.
EDUCATION
EMBRY RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY Daytona Beach, FL
Master's Degree Aviation Operations / Aviation Safety 12/04
GPA: 3.92
WAYLAND BAPTIST UNIVERSITY Wichita Falls, TX
B.S. Degree Business Administration 5/02
Minor: Occupational Education
A.A. Degree Corporate Training and Development
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE Montgomery, AL
A.A. Degree Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist 6/01
A.A. Degree Instructor of Technology and Military Science 8/01
LICENSURES / CERTIFICATIONS
* USAF Air Education and Training Command Master Instructor Certificate 2/04
* Community College of the Air force Occupational Instructor Certificate, Vocational Education 5/03
* Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Graduate Safety Certificate,
Aviation/Aerospace Safety Systems 6/04
* Green Belt Certification * Lean Expert Certification
* Top Secret Security Clearance * Forklift Certification * CPR/First Aid
COMPUTER SKILLS
* All Windows Venues * Microsoft Word * Excel * Access
* Power Point * Adobe Publisher * SAP
* Internet * E Mail * PeopleSoft *DOS *EHDS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION Allentown, PA
District Operations Manager 2/12 Present
Responsible for the financial and operational analysis, reporting and annual planning at the district level. Provide support and execution
of various projects within the district. Ensure compliance of safety initiatives throughout the district. Identify best practices and
recommend continuous improvement opportunity. Drive operational excellence through facility audits and inventory management.
Ensure all process changes are implemented per ISO standards. Perform KPI/Metric analyses that identify opportunities to maximize
EBITDA at the unit and district level. Ensure facilities are in compliance with processes and procedures, including SHC, local, state and
federal. Serve as the ISO District representative to ensure adherence to QMS and “Quality Promise”.
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION Allentown, PA
Market Manager 5/11 7/12
Direct the activities of 16 associates in the daily operations of the Sears Distribution Center
serving the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas. Responsible for the efficient execution of the shipping process to include maintaining
warehouse and product flow from warehouse areas. Review schedules to determine efficient arrival and shipping times to ensure
availability of docking stations, equipment and manpower. Ensure maximum productivity of shipping associates and completion of
tasks including proper verification of quantities and accurately sorting and tagging all shipments. Ensure trucks are loaded in a safe
and orderly manner and ensure the timely input of all freight information through the Inventory Management System. Accountable for
the delivery and installation of products ranging
from 45000 to 60000 annually.
HONEYWELL AIRCRAFT LANDING SYSTEMS Allentown, PA
Production Supervisor 1/07 5/11
Provide leadership and direction to 15+ wheel and brake mechanics in the daily manufacture and
repair of aircraft wheels and brakes for a national Fortune 500 company. Interview, hire, train and evaluate personnel. Ensure
compliance with sequence of operations and conformance to specifications. Prepare and submit budgets, forecasts and production
schedules. Develop, implement and monitor departmental goals, objectives and quality standards. Conduct appropriate personnel
meetings on
goal setting, projects, operations, safety issues and company policies. Ensure compliance to Total Quality Management and Lean
Management to include conformance to accurate documentation and specification tolerances. Ensure compliance to OSHA, EPA,
HazMat and ISO 9000 guidelines.
* Consistently meet or exceed objectives within allotted time frame and budget. Assume
Site Manager’s responsibility in his absence.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE Pensacola, Fl
Student Navigator 2005 06
57th EMS Nellis AFB, NV
F 15 Phase Aircraft Maintenance Dock Chief 2004 05
Directed the cost efficient, daily maintenance operations of F 15 C/D/E aircraft. Assigned shift managers in their duties. Ensured
compliance to HazMat, EPA and Air Force regulations regarding hazardous waste issues. Conducted on the job training, cut training,
interpreted schematics, mechanical design drawings, wiring diagrams and led qualification training processed upgraded training of
assigned personnel. Worked from computer data input to coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and parts tracking.
362ND TRAINING SQUADRON Sheppard AFB, TX
Technical Order Account Custodian Instructor / 7 Level Crew Chief Instructor / 1999 04
F 15 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Instructor
Designed and conducted company training plans. Planned, developed, reviewed, edited and
implemented course instructional material ensuring effectiveness of training of employees.
Developed lesson plans and visual aids. Developed and maintained documentation records, progress and certification tests. Lectured
and performed demonstrations and evaluations. Accountable
for ensuring 13, F 15 maintenance training aircraft totaling $455M. Managed and controlled $10M
in training equipment. Conducted classroom and hands on instruction to facilitate aviation
maintenance training. Evaluated Student’s knowledge and performance progress. Assisted
students in attaining course objectives.
1ST FIGHTER SQUADRON Tyndall AFB, FL
F 15 Dedicated Crew Chief Tactical Aircraft Maintenance/Journeyman 1995 99
Managed, supervised and performed maintenance on 31 F 15 C/D valued at over $1B,
resulting in a 91.5% mission capable status. Prepared computer data input for inspections,
scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and parts tracking.