Project Manager Quality Control
Resume:
Al Barela
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ******** **** *******
City: Largo
State: FL
Zip: 33771
Country: USA
Phone: 813-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: $60,000
Willing to Relocate
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AL BARELA
7501 Ulmerton Road, Apartment 1813
Largo, Florida 33771
*********@********.***
PROGRAM MANAGER
TQMS aa Procurement Integrity aa C-Level Briefings aa Secret Clearance aa P&L Responsibility
Negotiations aa Customer Relations aa LEAN Manufacturing aa Training aa RFQ/RFP
Project Management aa Ethical Decision Making aa Instructor/Troubleshooter aa Cost Controls
A seasoned Engineering Management Professional with proven leadership qualities, skills and a record of success in Project Management, Process Management and Quality Control. An excellent communicator and respected leader with experience on technical, contractual and business issues as point of contact with domestic and international customers.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
NATIONAL AVIATION ACADEMY Clearwater, Florida
A nationally recognized Aviation Maintenance training school that prepares students for certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA license / certification is required to perform maintenance and repairs on aircraft from private to large passenger carrier airliners.
Avionics Instructor / NCATT AET Certified / FCC Qualified 2008 to present
Manage the core content of the avionics program for National Aviation Academy
aaa Instruct theory and practical requirements of general aviation, avionic logical replacement units and specialized avionic systems.
aaa Participate in the continuing review of curriculum content, teaching methods and methods of student assessment.
aaa Conduct examinations; participate in the preparation, correction and assessment of examination papers, reports and student assignments.
aaa Participate in the counseling, remediation and administration of students.
aaa Involved in the development and generation of class notes, teaching materials and laboratory exercises.
aaa Maintain a pro-active approach to Equal Opportunity issues as included in the relevant descriptions of teaching programs.
aaa Actively participate in and contribute to NAAaaas quality improvement processes. Maintain awareness with regards to relevant FAA and FCC regulations, policies and procedures.
THE ENSER CORPORATION Pinellas Park, Florida
A manufacturer specializing in design, development and production of thermal cell batteries for prime weapon customers, including the Department of Defense (DOD), The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Missiles Systems, Aerojet, and Hamilton Sundstrand.
Program Manager 2006 to 2008
Manage the process of determining the feasibility of developing highly customized batteries, as well as oversee projects from inception through production and delivery. Consult with various departments to ascertain what equipment, processes, materials, and supplies are needed to meet the customeraaas specifications and the associated cost, schedules and other requirements. Serve as primary customer contact, anticipating and meeting customeraaas needs. Participate in the development of prototypes, as well as testing and quality assurance (QA) efforts.
aaa Utilize the ability to read, analyze and interpret complex specifications included in Statement of Work (SOW), Request for Quote (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP).
aaa Evaluate all product requirements including battery life expectancy, size constraints, power requirements, delivery schedules and raw materials.
aaa After thorough study and internal consultations, meet with customersaaa senior production staff to ascertain alternatives, as necessary, to initial specifications in order to reduce costs and/or meet realistic production requirements while achieving project goals.
aaa Establish and monitor project budgets and schedules against agreed upon goals.
aaa Select and lead Integrated Product Teams (IPT) of up to 25 professionals in various departments including, Accounting, Finance, Engineering and Manufacturing.
aaa Monitor manpower and other company resources on multiple programs simultaneously.
aaa Conduct Management and Customer Briefings; participate in Program Review Meetings (PRMs).
aaa Serve as a change agent for identifying and implementing best practices in business policies, processes and procedures.
aaa Oversee the initial production steps to assure all requirements are met before approving final line production efforts.
aaa Initially assigned the analysis of a failing product (about to lose multi-million dollar contract), determined production problems and implemented a re-work program resulting in a quality product and an increased contract with extended life.
aaa Redesigned the production of a failing battery for The Boeing Company which increased the commitment from the airline manufacturer by 150%.
AKITA CONTRACTING INC., LLC. Plant City, Florida
A construction contractor specializing in home interiors/exteriors (framing) in high-density sub-divisions.
Project Manager/Leader 2001 to 2006
Managed teams of up to 20 skilled and semi-skilled construction workers; supervised 5 to 7 projects simultaneously. Identified, hired, scheduled and supervised subcontractors. Developed work schedules, assigned supervisors and approved schedules. Attended builder and homeowner meetings to promote company and assure high level of client satisfaction.
aaa Started as Supervisor; promoted to Project Manager within first year.
aaa Hired, trained and developed work teams in construction of single and two-story family homes.
aaa Resolved and implemented corrective actions for blueprint plan errors; adapted schematics.
aaa Proactively reduced costs while increasing productivity; completed all projects on time and within budget.
aaa Discussed and resolved problem issues with external engineering and county inspectors.
aaa Communicated technical information and helped resolve construction issues; interpreted and disseminated OSHA safety and quality issues.
aaa Participated in the production of over 500 units in approximately 5 years.
HILL PHOENIX, INC. Conyers, Georgia
Project Manager/Applications 2000 to 2001
aaa Coordinated functions between engineering, quality control and manufacturing, emphasizing cost reduction and containment. Reviewed product design and refinement, always looking for ways to achieve continuous improvement while maintaining or improving cost structure. Responsible for Quality Control (QC), product validation and procedure qualification. Worked closely with customers establishing strong business relationships.
THE BOEING COMPANY (1980 to 2000) St. Louis, Missouri
ILS Planning & Management 1999 to 2000
Participated in the planning of airbase military upgrades for the F/A-18 Hornet Aircraft.
Avionics Engineer in Charge Penang, Malaysia 1997 to 1999
Worked with local Royal Malaysian Air Force personnel in transferring knowledge of maintenance procedures and system operation of military aircraft and equipment. Emphasized quality control and maintenance. Introduced state-of-the-art weapons, navigation, displays and fly-by-wire flight control systems. Participated in air-to-air and air-to-ground training practices.
aaa Assisted locals in bringing equipment up to date; provided instruction on new processes.
aaa Worked with approximately 100 personnel on a 3-shift basis in a classroom environment, as well as hands-on instruction.
aaa Conferred with key military personnel to ensure aircraft availability of 80% aaa actually achieved and maintained 90%+ availability.
Technical Specialist/Product Support, McDonald Douglas 1980 to 1997
UNITED STATES NAVY (Honorable Discharge) 1980
EDUCATION:
WEBSTER UNIVERSITY St. Louis, Missouri
Master of Arts, Management 1993
UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - REGENTS Albany, New York
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology 1992
NATIONAL CENTER FOR AEROSPACE & TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGIES Aircraft Electronics Technician- NCATT ID #3213 2011
USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION 2011 General Radiotelephone Operator License- Ship Radar Endorsement (FRN):002*******
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