Andrew Kenny Deramus

**** ******* **** *** **

Anniston, AL 36201

256-***-****

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position utilizing my skills, both technical and managerial, with an

opportunity for growth.

LEE BRASS, Anniston, AL

June 10, 1977 – July 26, 2013

As an employee of Lee Brass, I’ve performed a wide range of duties to include weight changing,

pouring brass, receiving, storing, selecting, and or shipping general or specialized bulk and bin materials

and equipment. Independently load and unload materials, check, assemble, and process documents, and

routes materials and equipment to correct location or storage areas using the automated supply system.

Locate and access, loaded and moved material for shipment and verified or prepare documents either

manually or by using automated equipment such as computer terminals and bar code wands to read,

store, track, and prepare materials documentation. I have performed research on inventory discrepancies

and imbalances that were identified through customer complaint, warehouse denials and physical

inventory counts. I have processed Discrepancy Reports through research and resolution, determined the

cause of discrepancies and made the appropriate adjustments to correct the inventory records. I have

shown the ability to Investigate, gather information and perform analysis reports and communicate

orally and in writing to my Supervisor. Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and other material

conveyances using forklifts, manual and mechanized pallet and mechanized pallet jacks, side loaders,

stacker cranes, and automated guided vehicles in mechanized warehouses. Update databases using

supply catalogs, and commercial vendor catalogs to locate identification data for processes and requests.

Knowledge of remote terminals and keyboards to receive and transmit data into a central computer.

Handle hazardous material stored in the hazardous material area as required. Perform operator

maintenance on automated equipment and materials handling equipment. Packed and repacked a variety

of tools, parts, equipment and other items by wrapping, placing, arranging and cushioning them in

specified prefabricated cartoons, boxes, crates, and other packing materials and devices, and tapping,

stapling, banding, sealing and labeling containers. Select containers, protective devices, and cushioning

materials taking into consideration such factors as size, type, weight, fragility, mode of transportation,

and destination of items. Attend and occasionally facilitated scheduled special program meetings that

identify continuous improvement efforts, Health and Safety of the workforce, immediate, and strategic

focus and goals determined by my superiors. Work daily without more than normal supervision

reporting any problems that may arise o my Supervisor. I have the ability to interpret instructions and

specifications given by my supervisor.

As a work leader over three or more employees. I plain and schedule work assignments for the

accomplishment of task within schedule and priorities established by higher level supervisors. Analyzes

work, determine manpower, tools, material requirements and methods to be used. Establish deadlines,

priorities and work sequences to be followed. Plans work assignments considering processes,

availability of manpower and equipment, establish deadlines and other work projects. Determines work

assignments to be done concurrently and which can be delayed. Changes the tasks assigned to workers

and redirect the use of resources within the area of responsibility. Assigns work to individual workers by

verbal or written instructions. Indicates methods to be used, explains difficult technical requirements to

be performed and demonstrates difficult or unusual work processes to employees. Serves as trouble-

shooter for problems related to molding, processing and pouring processes of brass and or locating

material. Perform routine and complex research in order to expedite issuing and or processing material,

which has been improperly processed at some point, either due to system problems or human error.

Corrects receipt processing errors, processing picks, exceptions, customer cancellations, change notices.

Used management systems, regulations, automated systems, technical manuals, and other sources to

verify items that have been improperly picked or packed. Identify and assigns condition classifications

to a wide range of items. Performs packing functions based upon load of shipment or special packing

instructions. Performs individual and consolidated repacking of a variety of items using any range of

accepted packing materials, devices, methods, techniques, etc. Ensures that preventative maintenance on

vehicles and equipment used by employees is performed, i.e., check lights, tires, brakes, fuel, oil, horn,

and water level. On occasion, I load and unload vehicles and containers using appropriate materials

handling equipment. Performs as needed research and analysis when discrepancies are identified as a

result of physical inventories, denials, and warehouse refusals. Documents all investigative procedures

and follow up with affected areas to prevent future discrepancies. Conduct investigations when record

imbalances, losses, and or problems appear related to lost material. Determine the cause of record

imbalances through collection, analysis, and evaluation of factors contributing to the inventory

adjustment. Assists in evaluating and analyzing trends of imbalanced items by isolating contributing

inconsistencies and verifies with historical data. Provide recommendations required for developing

solutions for correcting the imbalances, determines cause and remedial actions to preclude future

occurrence.

As a Department Manager/Manufacturing Manager/Flour Supervisor my responsibilities include

monitoring productivity in my assigned area, performing independent analysis to ensure standards are

maintained and to ensure resource stewardship. Evaluating and resolving work flow issues before they

impact production levels. Determine and report inadequacies of personnel, materials handling

equipment, physical facilities, work methods and techniques, and other operational deficiencies that

prevent proper receipt, handling, and physical control of material.

Attended, and occasionally facilitated scheduled special program meetings that identify continuous

improvement efforts, Health and Safety of the workforce, immediate, and strategic focus and goals

determined from the Site Manager, Facilities Manager and QC Team, and higher authority. Council

members review results of audits, observations, suggested corrective actions and process improvements

initiatives. Made recommendations and are accountable and responsible for the assigned programs

including development, documentation, and operation of both internal processes and administrative

controls. As a manager I actively participated in evaluating and refining processes to achieve increased

productivity, presented and submitted findings, and made recommendations that assisted in planning,

directing, and coordinating plant operations ensuring that safety and security requirements are met.

Communicated orally and in writing to provide inputs and feedback to senior management for inclusion

in operational and Situation Reports.

Fully supported the Equal Opportunity Program. Utilized administrative knowledge in applying HR

policy guidance to ensure personnel management within the organizational entity under my supervision

is accomplished without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, handicap, or national origin. By

continually keeping abreast of developments, policy issuances, and other similar material in the equal

opportunity field, maintained a fair and equitable work environment.

My responsibilities include hiring, disciplining, promotions of foundry personnel, ordering operating

supplies, parts for machines. Responsible for ADEM and OSHA compliance.

NATIONAL GUARD, Anniston, AL

September 10, 1982 – 1998

Sgt.Lahey

THE ARMY RESERVE, Anniston, AL

June 2000 – Present

SFC Mims

IRAQ March 2003 – March 2004

Transportation, Truck Driver, E6

As a Motor Vehicle operator. I operate a variety of motor vehicles in the Army Reserve. I drive vehicles

throughout the installation, US highways and Deployed locations; wheel- mounted tractors, towed or

with attached equipment. The work includes transporting, on-loading and off-loading equipment. I use

fork lifts capable of lifting 10,000 pounds or more to load and unload heavy equipment on/off aircraft. I

can operate vans, stock selectors, stake trucks, tractor trailer, special purpose transporter and other

vehicles which may have a gross vehicle weight of more than 10,000 pounds up to 38,000 pounds. I

drive vehicles throughout the installation to pick up and/or deliver local purchase, priority, and routine

items from central receiving, local customer turn-ins, various material and supplies. I obtain signature

for loads where signature services is required. I complete trip reports and fill out reports in case of an

accident. Report progress of trip to dispatcher at predetermined intervals (arrival, begin loading, delays,

etc.). In addition, I secure the cargo with tie downs to prevent movement/shifting of loads, and mark

dangerous, hazardous and flammable or flag all protruding cargo with placards or reflection lights and I

ensure that vehicle is not loaded beyond the rated capacity. I operate tractor trailer on public roads in a

full range of traffic conditions. Operate trucks, pickups and other vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of

less than 26,000 pounds both on and off the installation, over public roads in all types of traffic and in

congested industrial areas. Operate electric, gasoline or diesel powered fork lift trucks which are capable

of lifting loads weighing 10,000 pounds or more, higher than 168 inches. I operate fork lift trucks over

asphalt, concrete or similar type floors through narrow aisles in buildings and in confined areas. I have

worked on airlift teams which require me to follow the loadmaster's directions for moving, positioning,

and guiding cargo into and out of aircraft while operating necessary material handling equipment. I

perform driver maintenance in accordance with established regulations and procedures, assuring all

MHE equipment is ready for use at all times. Ensures that the Command's quality and timeliness goals

are met by performing core workload duties.

EDUCATION: Oxford High School, Oxford, AL

Graduated - May 1977

CERTIFICATIONS/ACHIEVEMENTS:

1982 Combat Engineer, Transportation, and 5-ton truck, laying minefields, buildings roads and bridges

1990 Quality Training, Chamber of Commerce, Anniston, AL – Certificate

1994-95 Field Artillery Gunner

E6, Squad Leader, Staff Sergeant

OHSHA Compliance

ADEM Compliance

1996 Sand Seminar – Certificate, Foundry American Society

1999 Sand Seminar – Certificate, University of Alabama

REFEERENCES: Available upon request

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