Six Sigma Management
Resume:
Career Highlights and Summary Capability
Objective: Lead an organization and teams engaged in making positive
contributions to improving business and community operations using
Continuous Improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, TRIZ), Information Technology
services, Knowledge Management systems, and Innovation tools.
Assignments Special Projects or Accomplishments
Process Assist in developing infrastructure for Continuous Improvement program
Excellence including personnel equipping strategies
Conduct group, organizational, and individual expert equipping and
development activities
Develop and deliver suite of workshops to deploy CI methods across
nuclear and engineering organization
Conduct cross-cutting CI projects between SRNS divisions and SRS
organizations (CIO & SRNL)
Graduate Teach Information Systems Analysis, Design and Implementation;
School Information Systems Security; and Workshops on Process Improvement
Professor (Lean, Employee Engagement, Six Sigma, TRIZ)
Documentati Developed systems for Nuclear & Engineering Collaboration and Knowledge
on and Preservation Initiative (SRNL)
Information Developed streamlined information/publications acquisition process in
Services concert with HQ Dept of Energy, Westinghouse Savannah River Company, and
Program the Government Printing Office
Development Innovated web-commerce (model) system for publications in conjunction
Senior with GPO, DOE, and regional vendors
Specialist Formed User-Group for Knowledge Capture and Sharing by SMEs for nuclear
and engineering processes
SRS Established single-source printing and publishing service organization
Information for Savannah River Site (24,000 users) by consolidating the management
Production and operations of copying, satellite duplicating centers, central offset
Services printing/publications production, contracting services, forms
Manager management, and subscription services
Developed Production Management Information System for offset printing
manufacturing plant operation
Managed Forms Fulfillment Center while developing and implementing
electronic forms management/delivery system
Served on the development team of one of the earliest corporate
intranets providing on-line access to all company procedures for
engineering and nuclear conduct of operations
Served as project lead for inter-agency e-learning/certification system
- developed some of the earliest capabilities for on-line, distance
workplace development in conjunction with DOE, PIA, corporate content
providers
Signal Served as liaison between Installation, HQ Dept of Army, and
Center Congressional review committees
Printing Served on Career Development Pathways for Publishing and Graphic Arts
and Personnel board at the national level (DOA)
Publication Served with team developing Automated Publishing in conjunction with HQ
s Officer Dept of Army and the GPO
Fort Gordon Developed Regional Gallery Program bringing community and artisans
Community together for instruction, shows, and art sales
Arts and Served on the Augusta, GA Mayor's Arts Council
Crafts Revamped program structure to include modular and graded approaches to
Director develop personnel; i.e., beg, inter, adv
Served as PM for construction, staffing, and programming for a
full-service/instructional 31-bay automotive facility
Managed a full-featured community recreation program and certified
instruction facility
Served as lead program director/instructor for community arts recreation
program including outreach to local German community (Stuttgart,
Germany)
Volunteer Serve on CSRA Lean Alliance Steering Committee; liaison to companies and
Work on program development
Community Working on a team developing Micro-Enterprises to support urban renewal
Development and individual work skills development
Projects Served as part of a team to do rehab and cleanup work after Hurricane
Katrina
Assisted with the restoration work for Heritage School, an inner-city
corporate/charter school established to provide superior education for
underprivileged children
Strengths
1 Opportunity Finding and Problem Solving (with Information Services and CI
Tools)
2 Program and Major Enterprise Project Management Experience
3 Coalesce Divergent Skill Sets and Diverse Backgrounds into Project Teams
that are Engaged & Results oriented
Specialized Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
1 Strategic Program Management including Extended Regional Community and
Political Liaison
2 Process Improvement methods including Lean, Six Sigma, and TRIZ (theory
of inventive problem solving)
3 Information/Publications/Knowledge Management Systems and Technology
4 Information Security within Classified Operating Environment
5 Traditional and Electronic Publishing and Communications Systems
6 Traditional and Agile Project Management Training and Experience
7 Knowledge Preservation/Retention Operational Expertise including
specialized video/audio media capture and delivery, networked systems,
and web services
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Huckabee Dewey Thomas n/a
Family Name First & Middle Name Maiden Name, if any
. US Citizen US Citizen n/a
Nationality at Birth Present Nationality Second Nationality, if
any
CONTACT INFORMATION
3108 Holly Haven Drive, Augusta, GA 30907 USA 706-***-****
Permanent Address (Street, City, Country) Current Home
Telephone No.
3108 Holly Haven Drive, Augusta, GA 30907 USA 706-***-****
Present Address (Street, City, Country) Work Telephone No.
***.********@*****.*** 706-***-****
E-Mail Address Mobile Telephone
No.
EDUCATION - Give exact names of institutions and titles of degrees above
secondary school, as they appear in the diploma(s). Please do not translate
or equate to other degrees.
Degrees Main Course of Study Name, Place and Country
Bachelor of Science Business Mangement Limestone College
in Business Gaffney, SC USA
Masters in Management Management Information NOVA Southeastern University
Information Systems Graduate School of Computer and
Technology with an Information Sciences
Information Security Info Sys Security 3301 College Avenue
Concentration Certificate with the Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
National Security
Agency
Please indicate if any of the studies specified above was not finished or is in
progress and give reasons for any overlaps of study periods. If you wish, provide
any other information regarding your education that you consider relevant:
*Current academic studies are to acquire a Doctorate in Management Information
Systems with a focus on Knowledge Management and Innovation. This pursuit
coincides with my predominant current professional, program development
assignments for nuclear and supporting business information systems development.
My Lean SixSigma Black Belt certifications help modeling and facilitating process
improvement. The particular area of interest that I am pursuing is in Knowledge
Economics or "Returns-On-Knowledge" related to enterprise and community
development.
EMPLOYMENT RECORD - Starting with your most recent post, list in reverse
order every appointment you have had. Use a separate block for each post.
Include also service in the armed forces and note any period during which you
were not gainfully employed. If you need more space, attach additional pages
of the same size.
From To Exact title of Continuous Improvement Expert
your post:
1/2009 Current Type of Operational Excellence Organization for SRNS
business:
Name, address and phone Savannah River Nuclear Solutions
number of present employer: Savannah River Site
Aiken, SC 29801; 803-***-****; HR Phone:
Name and title of present Shawn Kendinger, Director of Continuous Improvement
supervisor: for Savannah River Nuclear Solutions
DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT DUTIES:
Continue to serve as a Continuous Improvement Expert blending information systems
technology in the process improvement work.
Serve as Continuous Improvement Expert in conducting special projects, business,
and process improvement within the Process Excellence organization for Savannah
River Nuclear Solutions. Serve as the organizational liaison for the CIO and
Engineering organizations. Specific activities and approaches include:
--Support the execution of improvement initiatives as directed by executive
leadership
--Facilitate the Business Process Re-Engineering efforts to enhance productivity,
accuracy and customer-centric initiatives
--Assist in developing/modifying the SRNS Strategic Plans (Mission, Vision,
Values, Strategies & Tactics)
--Provide analytical support for key processes and financial performance
--Coach and mentor continuous improvement experts, continuous improvement agents,
team members, and process owners in utilizing a continuous improvement framework
consisting of Lean, Six Sigma, and TRIZ process improvement methodologies.
--Analyze and interpret data for decision making
--Present and promote continuous improvement philosophy and principles while
serving as liaison between distributed business divisions and the CI steering
committee consisting of the CEO and executive vice presidents
--Lead improvement projects while managing progress against plan and business
goals
--Facilitate strategic planning meetings and discussions on continuous
improvement
--Conduct written and oral project updates for SRNS Leadership
--Research and utilize best practices manage accelerated change toward a
continuous improvement culture
From To Exact title of Adjunct Graduate Professor of Info Sys
position: Analysis, Design, & Implementation
2009 Present Type of Webster University Graduate School
business:
Name, address and phone Webster University
number of present employer: Fort Gordon Campus Army Continuing Ed. Center
P.O. Box 8254. Fort Gordon, GA 30905
Phone: 706-***-****
Name and title of present Cassie Wilson, Campus Director
supervisor:
DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT DUTIES:
Instruct military and civilian graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in
information services presently assigned to the US Army Signal Center at Fort
Gordon, GA. Courses taught include Information Systems Analysis, Design and
Implementation; Information Systems Security Management; and Continuous
Improvement (employee engagement, Lean, Six Sigma, TRIZ) specialty workshops.
From To Exact title of Program Design and Development
your post:
6/2003 1/2009 Type of Documentation & Information Services (D&IS)
business: at Savannah River Site
Name, address and phone Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (Washington
number of present employer: Savannah River Company)
Savannah River Site
Aiken, SC 29801; 803-***-****; HR Phone:
Name and title of present Janet Harrison, Manager of Documentation and
supervisor: Information Services
DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT DUTIES:
Position assignment was to develop and improve Information Systems
support/services for customers, operational effectiveness of business, and the
capabilities of personnel. Projects are derived from overall SRS program guidance
with a mission support focus for nuclear information and document management,
production, publishing, and delivery services. Specific activities were conducted
in collaboration with Program Design & Development personnel of D&IS including:
- Sought opportunities to improve Documentation and Information Services'
processes and capabilities.
- Researched trends and technologies for application within D&IS and SRS
documentation and information services.
- Investigated and assessed situations requiring special attention, ultimately
presenting options and proposing solutions.
- Presented to managers and specialists convincing ways and means to improve
programs or solve problems.
- Contributed to and sought ways to multiply the effectiveness of the other PD&D
team members.
- Managed special priority projects or those that cross operational and/or
functional lines.
All actions were proactive in seeking cost-saving, improvement, and integration
opportunities while assuring the site's core values of Safety, Teamwork,
Integrity, and Results are modeled, promoted and synthesized into daily business
routines.
Specific and significant KM projects developed/under development related to this
position assignment include:
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) Critical Safety Documentation Knowledge
Resources System
Tritium Pinch-welding Knowledge Preservation System
Cementitious Materials Interactive Knowledge Resources Workshop Proceedings
Nuclear Engineering Systematic Innovation (TRIZ) Collaboration Initiative
SRNL Research & Development Collaborative Resources System.
From To Exact title of Manager, Information Production Services
your post:
8/1990 5/2003 Type of Management Information Services for Savannah
business: River Site; 24,000 users
Name, address and phone Washington Savannah River Company
number of employer: Savannah River Site
Aiken, SC 29801; HR Phone: 800-***-****;
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Managed programs and personnel to provide maximum range of services for both
electronic and traditional information production and delivery. Conducted
numerous Lean continuous improvement projects (Westinghouse version WesTIP).
Services and operations were in support of a site population of 24,000 and
consisted of the following operational disciplines:
- Central Printing and Publications Manufacturing Services
- Central Electronic Publications and Communications Services including web,
CD/DVD, etc.
- Distributed Satellite Printing Centers
- Electronic Forms and Workflow Systems
- Commercial Printing/Publishing Contracting (bought out 75% of services)
- Consulting, Specialty Printing, and Copier Program Management - supplied 24,000
users at peak of operations
Served as liaison to Dept of Energy, Government Printing Office, Congressional
Body - Joint Committee on Printing-, and contract vendors.
From To Exact title of US Army Signal Corps Printing and Publishing
your post: Program Manager
12/1985 3/1989 Type of Provide World-wide support to the Signal
business: Corps organizations for training and
operations
Name, address and phone United States Army Signal Center at Fort Gordon
number of employer: Directorate of Information Management
Fort Gordon, GA 30905 Civilian Personnel Office -
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Managed full-service printing and publishing operation providing world-wide
training support for the US Army Signal Corps. Conducted strategic planning,
budgeting, operational/personnel management, and served as the liaison for
printing and publishing matters between headquarters and the Joint Committee on
Printing of the US Congress. Other duties included serving on Army-wide national
panel to develop career paths and planning for publishing professionals.
From To Exact title of Signal Center Arts and Crafts Program
your post: Director
11/1981 11/1985 Type of Community Recreation and Educational Program
business: for soldiers and families
Name, address and phone United States Army Signal Center and Fort Gordon
number of employer: Community and Morale Support Activities
Fort Gordon, GA 30905 Civilian Personnel Office -
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Managed programs and staffing to provide a comprehensive community recreational
program in the following activity areas:
- Conducted gallery operations with local and regional artists displaying,
selling and instructing
- Operated woodworking facility for recreation and instructional programs
- Operated photography labs for recreation and instruction
- Operated comprehensive fine arts center for recreation and instruction
- Operated 31-bay automotive facility with full capability for complete auto
service recreation and certified instruction
Conducted administration, budgeting along with self-sustaining revolving fund
operations, and development for overall and specific program areas.
Conducted community outreach and joint ventures for the Signal Center Community
Arts and Crafts program and the Central Savannah River Area and the city of
Augusta. Served on the Mayor's Arts Council.
If you have had more jobs, please describe them below. Also, provide reasons
for any overlaps of work periods.
Training and Development Illustrator - in military and as a civilian employee - 5
Years (8/73-7/76; 10/79-11/81)
Conduct routine Consulting with Small Business in the areas of Information
Support Services, Marketing, and Development - 25 Years
Volunteerism for Personnel & Community Development with most recent emphasis on
micro-enterprise development - 15 Years
These additional items are listed to indicate a continuing and developing
interest in using my Information/Communication/Publication Services expertise and
experience for the practical improvement of communities and their citizens.
PUBLICATIONS (for professional or scientific posts only)
List any significant publications you have written.
Over the years, I have served on the board of various professional societies and
community service organizations writing proposals and grants for development
ventures. Currently, I am more focused on the operational development side of
community/enterprise development writing business plans, operational procedures,
and personnel development packages.
I have routinely presented case work and topics at regional, national, and
international conferences. Specifically, I presented at the Knowledge Management
and Intranets Conference, San Jose, California. The presentation was on the
"Knowledge Management Cookbook" along with conducting a workshop on Knowledge
Capturing and Sharing of an SME's content with basic office computing technology.
The theme of both sessions were demonstrations of practical ways of integrating
Knowledge Management into the everyday business of an advanced and complex
organization.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Please indicate and comment on your computer knowledge in the areas listed below.
When indicating your level of knowledge, use the following keys: FAIR = limited
experience. WORKING KNOWLEDGE = regular use of the software and ability to apply
it to meet the requirements of the job. PROFICIENT = advanced user; able to
perform complex tasks. If you have no knowledge of any area, leave the
corresponding field blank.
Word Processing: PROFICIENT
Spreadsheets: PROFICIENT
Presentation/Desktop PROFICIENT
publishing:
Databases: PROFICIENT
Internet: PROFICIENT
E-Mail/Communication: PROFICIENT
Programming: FAIR
Other software: Able to teach/share basic knowledge in Javascript,
Java Applets, PHP, HTML, CSS, SQL, Fireworks,
DreamWeaver, Computer Video, Audio Technology:
Premiere, Audition, Camtasia, Acrobat Applications
Building
Computer hardware/Special Extensive experience in audio and video equipment
equipment: related to capturing and sharing of best practices,
lessons-learned, and subject matter expert (SME)
expertise and experience
List membership in professional societies and activities in civic, public or
international affairs.
Special Note Qualifications:
--Currently hold a Q-clearance (top secret level) with the Department of Energy
--Hold an earned certificate for Information Systems Security from the National
Security Agency
--Certified as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with qualifications in Lean Process
Improvement (waste elimination), Six Sigma Specialty Toolset (variation reduction
and quality improvement), and TRIZ (theory of inventive problem-solving for
systematic innovation of Processes).
-- Honeywell Corporation Lean Six Sigma trained.
-- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Lean Specialist
Certificate awarded.
Community Development Leadership Activities:
--Serve on Steering Committee of the CSRA Lean Alliance; as liaison to companies
and program development
--Board Member for Augusta School for Biblical Studies
--Project Lead for developing course content for Augusta School of Biblical
Studies along with a collaboration community of practice for small organizations
(churches and businesses) that serve disadvantaged communities
--Serve on Hope for Augusta; community development organization teaching job
skills and developing new businesses.
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