Quality Assurance Manager
Resume:
Kris E. Schramm
*** ******* **** **. **** Beach, Ca 90740
OBJECTIVE: To obtain an executive position that will allow me to utilize my leadership skills and drive
business results.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Over 29 years of military and civilian education, training, and work experience.
• 24 years of management experience in production, operations, maintenance, modifications, troubleshooting,
paint, and quality assurance.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing operations, maintenance and turnaround activities.
• Airframe and Power Plant License / FCC License with Radar Endorsement
• Fiber-optics certification
• Trained in Total Quality Management, Cycle Time Reduction, JIT and Lean Manufacturing Methodologies.
• ISO 9000:2000 series QMS Auditor/ lead auditor certified
EXPERIENCE:
MODULAR WIND ENERGY – HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
Director of Operations/Facilities 09/10-
Present
Direct large turbine blade manufacturing assemblies, fabrication and machining facilities, additionally, manage offsite
wind turbine test facility, repairs and maintenance monitoring systems.
BRITISH PETROLEUM – CARSON BUSINESS UNIT – CARSON, CA 07/05 –
09/10
Maintenance Manager- Turnaround Execution lead
Responsible for safely directing and supervising all maintenance duties including: Development of efficient work
schedules, monitoring site maintenance activity, overseeing QA / QC work, and managing contractors and equipment
on site. In addition to managing field activities, I managed routine and contractor turnaround activities throughout the
refinery.
Operations Manager 07/05 – 05/09
Oversee the production of hydrogen, steam, isomerate, propane and propylene. Responsible for the
troubleshooting and repairing of production units and flow process equipment to ensure optimum
performance and efficiency. Support HSSE to provide a safe and environmentally sound operation.
THE BOEING COMPANY – IDS LONG BEACH DIVISION - LONG BEACH, CA
Sr. Manager- C-17 Program 08/03 – 07/05
Managed and developed quality and production programs and standards. Managed calibration and non-destructive
testing laboratory.
C-17 Flight Ramp / Paint & Quality Assurance Inspection 11/01 – 08/03
Managed quality inspectors ensuring production conformity. Coordinated manufacturing, engineering, customer, and
flight crew activities. Oversee initial FAA procedures in preparation for ODAR certification for BC-17 and other
related programs.
Sr. Manager- 717 Paint Operations 10/00 – 11/01
Managed paint personnel to achieve quality application of decorative paint coatings. Negotiated with production
counterparts to ensure performance to schedule, both internal and airline customer requirements, and adhered to
budgetary requirements.
Kris E. Schramm
189 College Park Dr. Seal Beach, Ca 90740
Production Operations - Twin Jet Final Assembly 9/97 - 10/00
Directed the complete modification of 717 Flight Test A/C to customer specified configuration and delivery to the
717/MD11 Commercial Aircraft Paint Operations. Developed objectives and long-range goals for a 200-employee
organization made up of ten first line managers, supervising approximately 20 employees each.
Manager- Commercial Delivery Center 9/95 - 9/97
Managed deliveries of MD80/MD90/MD11 aircrafts with extensive customer interface to ensure customer satisfaction.
Modification Services Manager- Repair & Modification Team, C-17 9/92- 9/95
Supervised and mentored a group of technical personnel performing aircraft modification at off-site locations. Kept
customers apprised of modification status and provided technical assistance. Coordinated manpower, materials,
tooling, and documentation to meet company and customer objectives to optimize cost, schedule, and quality.
Sr. Manager- MD11 Pneumatics/Hydraulic Systems 6/91 - 9/92
Responsible for all aspects of pressurization, final rigging, and coordination of aircraft activities in preparation for
delivery.
Group Leader- MD11 Flight Ramp Inspection 8/89 - 6/91
Responsible for coaching 20 inspectors in the final assembly and delivery stages of production. Managed delivery of
aircraft to FAA for Airworthiness Certificate approval.
Section Manager- Quality Assurance Assembly & Final 3/87 - 8/89
Responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating the Quality Assurance workforce to ensure production
conformity and compliance with appropriate company directives. Coordinated with manufacturing, engineering,
planning, tooling, and other support agencies to assure quality consciousness and teamwork. Developed inspectors for
the presentation of FAI and –9 signatures for Type Certification Program.
UNITED STATES NAVY, San Diego, CA 7/83 - 7/88
Responsible for aircraft maintenance procedures requiring hands-on knowledge of all maintenance and test procedures.
Quality Assurance duties consisted of all installation phases and final inspections of aircraft engines, fuel systems,
instruments, and structures. Additional duties included flight deck troubleshooting inspections and supervising eight
technicians. Held a Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification and Engine Run Certification (low and high power).
EDUCATION
University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA
Master of Science degree in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences - June 2010
Occupational Safety & Health Certificate - March 2009
American Intercontinental University, Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Business Administration (International Business) – (GPA 3.76) - June 2005
Spokane Community College, Spokane, WA
AA Degree: Machine Technology – June 1983
Training in Precision Machine & Tooling
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