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Quality Assurance Project Manager

Location:
Gulfport, MS
Posted:
December 06, 2012

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R sum of Qualifications

Gerardo G. Castaneda

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Gulfport, Mississippi 39503

Residence: 228-***-****

Mobile: 228-***-****

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Gerardo G. Castaneda

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

To effectively contribute to the objectives and goals of an innovative organization through the successful application of my strong work ethic, advanced training, and exceptional managerial/leadership, and administrative skills.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Highly skilled project manager with a track record of proven technical, administrative, leadership, and instructional experience on the leading edge of electronic systems technology. Exceptional planning, analytical, troubleshooting, and leadership skills. Strengths include:

Project Management Component-Level Maintenance

Quality Assurance/Control Electrical & Electronics Systems Technology

Staff Leadership & Development Advanced Electronics

Law Enforcement & Security Classroom & Field Instruction

Risk Assessment & Risk Management Hazardous Materials Management

Certified Anti-Terrorism Specialist Safety Compliance

Bilingual with proficiency speaking and writing Spanish

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. NAVY E-5 (Entry-level Manager) Secret Security Clearance 11-2004 to 07-2012

Served in various positions of increasing responsibility and complexity at various worldwide locations, demonstrating exceptional knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

Armory Manager

Managed and operated the Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 Armory with direct accountability for maintaining 917 weapons systems and 544 collateral equipment, Mounts, and Night Vision Electro-optic Devices (NVDs) valued at $5.1MMaintain 100% accountability of weapons systems and collateral equipmentEnsured Department of Defense Publications and Operational Navy Instructions pertaining to security, storage, maintenance, safety, and accountability were followed by personnel who handle or maintain weapons, mounts, and NVDsDeveloped, implemented, and maintained Standard Operating Procedures for Armory operationsDetermined all training required, and implemented a rigorous training and qualification program for all assigned Armory personnelOversaw and assisted staff in issuing and receiving small arms, securing and controlling weapons and ammunition in security areas, and scheduling and performing preventive maintenance on weaponsCreated, coordinated, and implemented maintenance and inspection program for weapons (pistols, rifles, shotguns, and heavy machine guns)

Training Manager/Instructor (Range Safety Officer)Managed range operations and training for proper use, maintenance, and repair of firearmsProvided sound leadership, training, and assistance to range technicians in the operation of the range with emphasis on safe operation of live fire training and compliance to OSHA standardsCoordinated all range safety matters and range scenario planningMonitored firing, training activities and conducted periodic inspections of areas/facilities to ensure adherence to regulations, procedures, and the intend useTrained and qualified Range Safety Officers and Line Coaches

Gerardo G. Castaneda

Maintained individual certification and qualifications and local operating instructionsResponsible for measures and actions involved in the management, provision, operation, and utilization of security forces firearms facilities and associated equipment used to support security operations and weapons training

Law Enforcement/Security OperationsEntrusted with Full Arrest Authority – provided a high profile, visible presence to protect life and property and to deter the risk of loss or criminal activity resulting in destruction of property, injury or loss of life

Electrical/Electronic & Maintenance Systems TechnologyResponsible supervising 20 technicians in the operation and maintenance electro/hydraulic/mechanical components of a computer-controlled guided missile system, troubleshooting electrical/electronics problems to component level, and use of flow charts and mechanical/hydraulic drawings to identify and correct mechanical problems Trained and supervised personnel in the proper use of all types of ordnance equipmentTested and repaired electrical control circuitry, electronic and magnetic amplifiers and power supplies, using standard and special test equipmentServiced hydraulic and pneumatic systems, repaired, maintained, tested and calibrated micro-processing equipment

Quality Assurance RepresentativeManaged the administrative, maintenance and material management (3-M) systems programPlanned a systematic pattern of all actions necessary to provide confidence that adequate technical quality assurance requirements were established to ensure maintenance services conform to established government and military specifications, and to ensure satisfactory performance was achieved

Safety Program AdministrationEnsured a proactive approach to accident prevention by training and advising personnel on safety issuesAssessed work center activities in accordance with OSHA regulations for the safe performance of work-related dutiesCompiled and analyzed mishap data, identified trends, and developed recommendations to reduce mishaps

Hazardous Material ManagementPacked and accomplished certification of all types of hazardous cargo in accordance with federal regulationsAssessed overall warehouse procedures, space utilization techniques, and condition discrepancy coding, as well as specialized procedures to safely handle, pack, store, label, and ship hazardous materialsPrepared and verified shipping documents for correct safety and destination coding, hazardous material classification, and special handling instructions using manual and automated processing procedures

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Leadership/Management I & II Electrical Circuits I & II

Advanced Electronics General Mechanical Systems

Hazardous Materials & Waste Management Small Arms Instructor

Security & Law Enforcement Ordnance Inventory & Control

Quality Assurance & Control (3-M) Small Arms Maintenance Technician

Electrical Mechanical Equipment Repair Work Center Management

AWARDS

Recipient of numerous awards for outstanding military, humanitarian, and community service



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