CWO*

USMC (Retired)

John R. Schaffer

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Available: July 2013

Security Clearance: Secret 11/21/2015

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E. Stroudsburg PA 18301

760-***-****

abujxb@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Logistics/Maintenance Manager looking to apply my experience in a private sector position where

I partner with professionals to streamline a company’s maintenance processes and reduce cost.

SUMMARY

• Transitioning Marine Officer with 20+ years of leadership and Equipment Life Cycle

Management.

• Specialist in cross-functional team building and mentoring. Highly adept problem solver,

particularly where related to resource and personnel management. Significant experience in

managing a team of professionals in completing on time delivery of equipment or services.

• Extensive background in Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) planning and program

analysis.

• Proficient at supply chain management and sustainment strategy.

• Experienced in detailed technical data review and version with articulate verbally and clerically

delivery of findings and recommendations.

EDUCATION

Defense Acquisition University Fort Belvoir, VA

Level 1 Logistics Certification Course Pre-Requisite Completion:

Log 103 Reliability, Availability & Maintainability

Log 102 Fundamentals of Systems Sustainment Management

Log 101 Acquisition Logistics Fundamentals

ACQ 201A Intermediate Systems Acquisitions

ACQ 101 Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management

CCL 004 Life Cycle Logistics

CCL 011 Performance Based Logistics

CCL 008 Design For Supportability in DOD Systems

Military Certification Training

Ground Safety Collateral Training NAB Little Creek, VA

Safety Cert. Naval Occupational Safety Health & Environmental Train CTR

Marine Officer Basic Course MCCDC Quantico VA

Operational Risk Management US Department of Navy

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Anti-Terrorism Officer (ATO) Fleet Training CTR San Diego

Grantham University, Kansas City, MS

May 16, 2005 - August 1, 2007

CS133 Computer Information System

EN230 English Grammar & Vocabulary

BA150 Principles of Management

EE110B DC Circuits Lab

EE111B Fundamental Concepts in Electronic Tech

EXPERIENCE

Maintenance and Logistics Project Officer Sept 2007- Current Dover, NJ

Fielded new equipment systems. Corresponded with system operating companies in monitoring platform

performance and readiness through weekly field reports, team telecommunication, or on site program

review visits. Conducted analysis and communicated with item managers and organizational support

activities to provide supply support alternatives, mitigate equipment obsolescence issues, technical data

revisions, and system configuration changes. Involved in public-private partnership meetings between

system manufacturer and the equipment refurbish and maintenance center. Provided end-to-end parts

delivery, data collection, and maintenance funding management.

ACCOMPLISHMENT

- Fielded of over 511 new equipment systems and associated equipment.

- Tracked and managed delivery of over 6,130 associated equipment shortages.

- Maintained a supply readiness rating over 95% for a period of 60 months.

- Drafted disposition instruction on 270 legacy equipment systems.

- Conducted supply analysis and provide supply support alternatives.

- Established a $13.5M equipment reclamation activity saving

an estimated $375K in Marine Corps sustainment costs.

- Authored Statements of work (SOW) for Proof of Principle (POP) in

rebuilding and refurbishing equipment back to operational standards.

Ordnance Maintenance Officer Sept 2004 - Aug 2007 Oceanside CA

Manage the equipment readiness, work progress, and maintenance personnel’s qualifications and

training. Ensured physical security and chain of custody requirements. Managed a $5.2M weapon

maintenance facility and account consisting of 2,300 optical devices, 1,800 small arms, and 400

crew served weapons with components and collateral ordnance equipment. Staff expert on Arms,

Ammunition, and Explosives storage and reporting.

ACCOMPLISHMENT

-Authored Maintenance Management SOP.

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-Ensured 100% complete equipment accountability of for 36 months.

-Developed distribution plan and established maintenance for (14) Multi-

Grenade Launchers (new equipment).

-Coordinated Logistics Readiness Inspections in support of operations.

-Drafted successful justifications warranting change in staffing support.

-Validated budget requirements to ensure a system readiness over 90%

-Mapped out SEI equipment support and maintenance requirements.

-Facilitated assault vehicle(s) receiving needed PTO shafts for several high

mileage war critical assets.

-Identified operational resource shortages and coordinated with Item Manager

to deliver needed resources

Ground Safety Officer Aug 2003 - June 2004 Oceanside CA

Ground safety specialist as a Marine officer, trained and able to manage or assist in the operation of the

Ground Safety Program in compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations.

ACCOMPLISHMENT

- Managed $100K funding budget for safety equipment and materials.

- Monitored unit compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA) guidelines.

- Provided safety training and education for the company’s 200+ employees.

- Planned and assisted in the Accident Prevention Program for the company.

- Maintained current safety directives and accident reports by classification.

- Conducted accident investigations and safety inspections quarterly.

- Conducted Operational Risk Management (ORM) assessments on all

scheduled company activities.

Technician Instructor July 2002 - Feb 2003 Aberdeen, MD

Managed course content and provided supervision and direction for two other instructors. Conduct

training in a formal school setting on theory of hydraulic operation and troubleshooting, cylinder repair,

seal replacements, and other various maintenance events. Provided training in final quality control

inspections. Average student sized class was 6-10 students. Classes were conducted monthly with an

average output of 88-95 students annually. Responsible for student evaluations and required to establish

scheduled intervals of instructor training to meet qualification progression goals. Managed a $44,000.00

budget and training resources.

ACCOMPLISHMENT

- Maintained a student graduation rate of 100% with an average GPA of 3.2

- Increased instructor certifications to “Master Instructor” status.

- Remodeled the student classroom to utilize current technology and maximize

space and enhance learning.

- Counseled (3) instructors and over 180 students in progress and development.

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- Conducted a total course content review and authored all new testing

procedures called “The Day in the Life” to better representing a mechanic’s

expected daily challenges.

Hydro-pneumatic Hydraulic Tech Dec 1989 - Apr 1995 Jacksonville, NC

Inspections, troubleshooting, and fault isolation of hydraulic parts and component equipment. Performed

maintenance and repair on hydro pneumatic hydraulics systems, brake assemblies, and general repair of

wheeled systems. Completed basic shop administrative forms and records utilizing technical manuals.

Managed supply chain requisitions while tracking service material and cost data.

ACCOMPLISHMENT

- Organized a joint exercise to perform preventative maintenance services and

repairs of 6 wheeled systems essential to combat in Dessert Storm.

- Maintained suitable lubricants, fluids, and materials for optimal equipment

performance through combat operations.

- Repaired two brake systems and a faulty actuator cylinder on three combat

systems under a strict 36 hour operational timeline.

- Facilitated annual service requirements for 18 systems returning from combat

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