JOSE RIVERA
Decatur, AL *****
Cell: 256-***-****
***************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a managerial position with an organization that values military
experience, dedication and teamwork.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Six years of successful military service with over ten years of
supervisory experience with Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration.
. Demonstrated ability to work under stressful conditions and effectively
complete all jobs tasks.
. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work with
small and large groups.
. Computer literate in Microsoft Windows 2000 and XP, Outlook, Excel, and
Power Point.
. Granted and maintained a Secret Security Clearance.
. Promoted and recognized for outstanding leadership and job performance
. Fluent in English and Spanish.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Operations Supervisor
July 2012 -Present
Adtran, Huntsville, Al
Ensure company and departmental policies and procedures are communicated to
all employees within the operations department and implemented fairly,
accurately, and consistently.
Responsible for establishing the daily direction, focus, and motivation of
team members while ensuring they have all proper materials to be
successful.
Counsel and/or coach employees toward continuous performance improvement.
Ensure employee safety, achieving production goals, ensuring accuracy and
functionality of products, as well as cost reduction measures.
Familiar and proficient in 5S lean manufacturing practices.
Resource Planning Manager
October 2006 - April 2012
Navistar of Alabama, Huntsville, Al
Communicated company production goals to over 100 employees as well as
striving for excellence in quality. Maintain a safe work environment by
reviewing areas for hazards; assuring that safety regulations are being
enforced.
Assure that we are in compliance with 5-S, lean manufacturing philosophies
and TS-16949 standards.
Evaluate and document employee work performance based on commitment to
safety, product quality, and job efficiency and knowledge.
Mentoring six group leaders while overseeing over 100 hundred employees;
assuring that proper training is given.
Lead daily meeting to discuss ways to improve safety, quality, and
production.
Achieved managerial goals such as cost reduction, budget management,
quality assurance, and preventing time loss accidents.
Familiar with using JIT (Just In Time) Procedures.
Implemented and audited 5S procedures. ISO 9001 experienced.
Section Leader
November 2005 - May
2006
U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX
Counseled and helped workers to understand their responsibilities, identify
problem areas, and outline corrective actions.
Planned and directed preventive and corrective maintenance of vehicles and
equipment, worth in excess of a million dollars.
Operations Supervisor
October 2004 - October 2005
U.S. Army, Camp Casey, Korea
Supervised and trained personnel in handling classified materials,
operation security, and anti-terrorist measures. Tracked operation reports
in support of a base encompassing over 100 pieces of engineer, maintenance,
and administrative equipment.
Reviewed and monitored all training and administrative correspondence,
improving communications and quality of training events.
Ensured fifty-five personnel were knowledgeable of Equal Opportunity,
Sexual Harassment and Security guidelines.
Directed emergency services to conduct random installation antiterrorism
measures to further increase force protection and maintain high quality
standards for knowledge, efficiency, and safety.
Line Supervisor
March 2004 -September 2004
U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX
Supervised and rated the training of seven line supervisors in all aspects
of ammunition resupply, communication systems, and combat tactics.
Accountable for valuable equipment and payload supplies without loss or
damage.
Instructed classes in subjects such as Equal Opportunity, Sexual
Harassment, and Substance Abuse.
Recognized on several occasions for leadership and outstanding performance
of duty.
Supervisor
January 2003 - February 2004
U.S. Army, Iraq
Instructed Iraqi Civil Defense Corps in combat techniques such as weapon's
inspections, clearing buildings.
Conducted missions with United Nations and Civil Affairs to help rebuild
Iraqi government.
During Operation Iraqi Freedom leadership and technical skills resulted in
a 100% readiness rate.
Coached and mentored 8 personnel in a hostile international environment.
Maintained over 4 million dollars worth of equipment without loss or
damage.
EDUCATION
. Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, College of Mount Saint
Vincent, Riverdale, NY, 1999
. Certificate of Equal Opportunity Course, U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, 2004
. Diploma for Advanced Individual Training, U.S. Army, Ft. Sill, 2000
. Certificate of Combat Life Saver, U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX, 2000
. Certificate of Driver's Training, U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX, 2000
. Certificate of Master Coach Training, IDA, 2007