Richard W. Lewis II

**** ****** **.

Lithonia, GA. 30085

678-***-****

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October 19, 2010

Dear Human Resources Manager,

I am including my resume for employment.

My education, training, and experience in the disciplines of Production,

Operations Management and Training including Quality Assurance in the

industrial community and the U.S. Navy can be beneficial to your company.

My first priority is to provide the tools required for the employees to

develop strong skills in the performance of their tasks in a safe,

profitable manner.

Proven success in leading people through change despite resistance in

high demand, pressure environments

Management of 20 personnel in maintenance requirements resulting in

successful training and combat missions.

Georgia Work Ready Certified

Rapid improvement effort while managing daily operations

* Determine production priorities by identifying qualified personnel

and required (50 Personnel)

* Organized published schedules through employee skill sets resulting

in ahead of time delivery

* Fostered team assignments for cross training utilizing continuous

improvement / lean manufacturing

* Directed adjustment of rework and overtime while meeting and

exceeding scheduled commitments through T.Q.L. / T.Q. M.

* Created daily beginning of shift priorities and safety concerns

* Identified and corrected parts storages by implementing just in

time (JIT) process

I am well versed with the many demands that can occur on a hands-on daily

basis in a production environment.

Salary requirements for this assignment are $65,000.00 annually

I hope to be meeting with you and your staff in regards to an interview

at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,

Richard W. Lewis II

Richard W. Lewis II

1087 Leslie PL.

Lithonia, GA. 30085

PHONE: 678-***-****

abipjt@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY:

Hands-On Supervisor with technical and managerial skills acquired while in

the U.S. Navy and during tenure with Cessna Aircraft Company. Extensive

experience in manufacturing and production.

. Supervision of manufacturing workflow utilizing TQM, TQL, 5S, Lean

Manufacturing, and Behavior Based Safety Techniques.

. Scheduling of manpower and resources for hydraulic system maintenance,

upgrades, overhauls and testing of equipment.

.Solid research, writing and presentation skills regarding production,

management, education and program development.

.Development and updating Quality Assurance and control plans, course

materials, service and maintenance schedules and IAW ISO standards

(FMEA), (APAP), (PPAP), (AQP).

EDUCATION:

.Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: BS Professional Aeronautics.

Managerial production, Operations Management, Organizational Behavior,

Computer Programming, Frontline Safety

. U.S. Navy Aviation Maintenance Training Courses

. U.S. Naval Aircraft Hydraulics and Airframe Maintenance Systems

. U. S. Navy Hydraulic Component Overhaul and Testing

. Quality assurance and Control Inspection / Supervisor

. Work Center Supervision, Leadership Management and Training Courses

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Elegant Quality Decorative Systems, Zion, IL Atlanta, GA. Owner 2007-2010

Custom Interior/Exterior Painting and Maintenance Company.

. Complete restoration of 4 million dollar mansion

IPCC Lake Forest, IL - Lead Hydraulic Mechanic 2006

Maintenance of 50 Injection Molding Machines.

. Maintained hydraulic systems including main and auxiliary power

systems.

. Restored to full operating mode 35 hydraulic injection molding

machines.

Elegant Quality Decorative Systems, Waukegan, IL - Owner 2002-2006

Custom Interior/Exterior Painting and Maintenance Company.

Veterans Affairs Vietnam Era, Wichita, KS - Work Study/Student Program 2000

2002

. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.

Cessna Aircraft Company, Wichita, KS - Production Supervisor 1998-2000

Reduced excessive overtime and rework through TQL/TQM, continuous

improvement

. Supervised the manufacturing of executive jet interiors.

. Managed the Priority Program by forecasting assembly completion dates.

. Developed and managed flexible training program by assigning dynamic

team assignments.

Bollinger Shipyard, Lockport, LA - Hydraulic Mechanic 1997 1998

Overhauled and maintained maritime oil field systems, hydraulic, and

pneumatic components.

Smatco Weatherford, Houma, LA - Hydraulic Mechanic 1995 1997

Overhauled and maintained maritime and offshore hydraulic cranes and

components in

accordance with ISO 9000 standards.

M & R Painting Virginia Beach, VA Painter - Owner Operator 1992 1995

. Custom Interior/Exterior painting including residential and commercial

properties.

United States Navy 1972 1992

Supervisor / Senior Instructor & Technical Trainer. Quality Assurance

Inspector

Training of staff instructors and students in fulfilling syllabus

requirements in accordance with manufacturer's directives.

. Responsible for training junior personnel on maintenance, modification,

and repair

of hydraulic and pneumatic systems associated with aircraft weapon

systems.

. Conducted pre, mid and post cruise inspections on multiple squadrons.

Ensured proper

maintenance requirements, proper techniques, and documentation

procedures

. Complied monthly reports for senior staff. Composed training progress

reports

including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance functions.

Work Center Supervisor, Aircraft Airframe, Hydraulic Weapons Systems,

Quality Assurance Inspector / Supervisor Corrosion Control Supervisor,

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

. Implemented and supervised corrosion control and cleaning procedures.

. Inspected aircraft maintenance work to ensure compliance with ISO QA

standards.

. Maintained hydraulic systems & auxiliary systems to include landing

gear, actuating

sub-systems, master brake cylinders, and service pressure

accumulators.

. Fabricated and installed sheet metal.

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