Keith D. King
**** ****** **** *** #*** Tarzana, CA 91335 818-***-**** *****.******@*****.***
Education Avancee Corporation, Van Nuys, CA – PMP Certification 2010
Southwestern College, Chula Vista CA – Business Management 1991-1995
RESULTS-PROVEN PROject manager
PMP certification
Extensive background in industrial turbo operations with hands-on production supervisory responsibilities in
customer-driven ISO certified team environments.
ISO 9001 and 14001 Certified with General Motors
Key Skills & Knowledge Areas
Project Management Best Communication Skills Troubleshooting
Practices Turbo Assembly Leadership Abilities
Systems/Equipment Analysis Quality Control
Tracking/Reporting Risk Management
Sodexo Inc
08/2012-Present Glendale Adventist Medical Center
Environmental Service Manager
Responsible for the training of employees in customer-care using hands on and programs
like CARES, FOSS and standard housekeeping.
Develop, present and execute comprehensive project plans that cover the entire hospital in cleanliness.
Daily tracking of employees attendance and time, also work assignments.
Meet with Hospital Staff at start of shift to insure coverage is in place, etc..
05/2012- Present Kraft Food / Mondelez Int’l Los Angeles, CA
Part-Time Merchandiser
Stocking and re-stocking shelves in the stores;
Rotating products to insure out-of-date items are removed from the shelves .
Career Strategies, INC.
12/2011 – Present Los Angeles, CA
Leasing Agent/Maintenance Technician (Temp)
Honeywell International Inc.
7/2010-12/2011 San Diego, CA
Honeywell Operating System (Lean Mfg.) OS Lead Assistant Supervisor
Responsible for the training and updating of the company’s lean management of a machine shop operation,
directly responsible for the Bronze Certificate for Lean Management and Honeywell Operating Systems,
Serves as a change agent with the plant leadership team and plant employees
Willing to challenge conventional thinking, drive accountability for site or functional HOS results and sustain the
application of HOS
Teach continuous improvement thinking & lead Kaizen events on a regular basis. Coordinates with the shipping
and receiving departments to ensure that the activities run smoothly
Studies production schedules and determines the needs to complete the project
Implements cost reductions; develops report systems & procedures
Analyzes production performance records and troubleshoots day-to-day production issues
Works closely with engineers in interpreting their blueprints, mechanical outlines and quality inspection sheets
Involved in Kaizen training
Coordinates with the succeeding shift supervisors the day’s production summary
Leads the department pre-analysis including base lining operational measurements
Closely monitors HOS maturity scorecards and develop actions to enhance current situation in deploying HOS
Electro-Motive Diesel, Inc. LaGrange, IL
2000 to 1/2009
Remanufacturing Center Supervisor 4/2004 to 01/2009
Responsible for all remanufacturing operations, including setups/teardowns, basic equipment maintenance, work-
order completion, and adherence to quality-control standards of turbos.
Troubleshooting for Turbocharger, engine and locomotive.
Conducts monthly safety meetings to assess risk and implement prevention measures.
Purchasing of supplies and equipment/tools.
Staff supervision and training for 83 union employees.
Payroll tracking with Smartime and/or Kronos.
I helped to save my company millions by looking at scrap that was wasted and helping to find vendors to re-
condition these items.
Develop, present and execute comprehensive project plans that cover the entire project lifecycle
Responsible for the acquisition and management human and equipment resources in executing the project within
the stated budget
Track and report project status to appropriate client and internal management weekly
Manage project financials for labor and materials, including involvement in revenue, cost and profitability
management
Maintain strong customer and stakeholder allegiance to projects via effective communication and clear
understanding of the client's requirements
Responds timely to all established customer requests for technical problems and inquiries
Manages sub-contractors/consultants as required
Grow business with existing clients and support business growth with new clients
Contribute to organizational continuous improvement through documented innovations and lessons learned from
projects
Develop the organizational talent through supporting company recruiting efforts, and by providing mentoring to
other staff members
Project Manager 5/2000 to 04/2004 Training for assembly\disassembly of turbo chargers and engines to employees - India,
China, Mexico and Canada
Production Supervisor Direct and evaluate all environmental programs, competencies, and cleaning standards,
recommend improvement to ensure environmental compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory bodies.
Generate reports. Supervise assembly of all locomotive components. Manage employee timesheets using Smartime.
Discipline employees, interview applicants and maintain department records. Manage housekeeping functions in the
medical facility, including disposal of biohazard materials, grounds keeping and maintenance. Using my Project
Management skills I set up start to finish operations in India, China, Canada and other places. With cost effectiveness I
was able to run most of these projects under budget by doing hands-on training.
Other work experience
1999 – 2000 Aramark Uniform Services Chicago, IL Route Manager
1997 - 1999 Penske Truck Leasing Franklin Park, IL Customer Service Rep
1994 - 1997 General Transportation Services Franklin Park, IL Truck Driver / Assistant Training Mgr
1993 - 1994 Pace Suburban SouthWest Oaklawn, IL Bus Operator
1991 - 1993 Ritz Camera One-Hour Photo Lab Chicago, IL Retail Store Manager
1987 – 1990 Colonial Carbon Company DesPlaines, IL Printer / Material Handler
Recommendation: “Keith is an energetic and proactive manager. He was always helpful whenever engineering needed
assistance in doing turbocharger failure investigations and when leading or contributing to remanufacturing product
improvement projects.” January 19, 2012 Richard Eggert, Manager - Turbocharger Design and Manufacturing,
Electro-Motive Diesel worked with Keith at Electro-Motive Diesel, INC
“Keith exhibits enthusiasm and drive in executing his assignment. He is a pleasure to work with.” January 14, 2012 Garry
Sykora, General Supervisor, Construction/Facilities Maintenance Manager, Project Manager managed Keith at
Electro-Motive Diesel, INC
"Keith is a dedicated and hard working person. He takes his work/assignments very seriously. I will recommend him to
anyone who is looking for dedicated employee who can bring value to the company. January 19, 2012 Shah Raza EVP
Avancee Corporation" Shah Raza, Executive Vice President Avancee Corporation, Avancee Corporation,
advised Keith at Avancee Corporation
“Keith is a very detailed and go-oriented leader. Keith helped to drive Honeywell to a Bronze Level. He has outstanding
leadership ability and I would recommend him in any leadership position.” March 23, 2012 Robert Berberich, Plant
Manager, Honeywell Process Solutions.