Shawn Bradford E-Mail: **********@*****.***
*** ******* *****: 903-***-****
Texarkana, TX 75501
Work Experience:
Southern Refrigerated Transportation SRT (01-03-2011- 03-07-2015) Owner Operator Fleet Manager
Texarkana, Ar.
I managed up to 60 over the road drivers as they perform daily task from pick up and deliver of customer product including HAZMAT
and general dry and refrigerated products. I managed to route drivers for home time and for general maintenance procedures to be done
so equipment can function as needed without delay. On a daily basis produced reports as to the performance of my fleet and was held
responsible for on time delivery of loads. This job is very demanding of multi-tasking obligations to insure the smooth running of
commercial vehicles for the demanding public of safety and satisfaction of our customers.
Rapid Recovery (Self Employed) (03-10-2008- 02-17-2011) - Owner
Texarkana, Ar.
I started my own Automobile Repossession and towing company. On a daily basis I had to deal face to face with debtors and lenders to
maintain a professional and calm relationship to resolve situations by returning the lenders property. Managing my own business I was
well organized, and worked well under pressure to make decisions that affected the outcome and success of my business.
Lear Siegler Services (EG&G) (10/04/2004 – 09/13/2007) –
Lean Six Sigma Project Manager/HMMWV Body Supervisor
New Boston, Texas
(903) 831–4645
As the Lean Six Sigma Project Manager I was responsible for Continuous improvement at the Lear Siegler Mobility Centers in New Boston TX,
Killeen TX, Gatesville TX and Fayetteville, NC to include projects such as HMMWV Body, HMMWV Frames, FMTV, 5 Tons, Trailers, Bridge
erecting boats, Add on Armor Project, Paint and Blast Process, and Engine Containers. I was the active supervisor of approximately 425
mechanics for several multi million dollar projects. I was responsible for maintaining Training for the HMMWV Body project along with tracking
the training matrix for all personnel. I have developed and implemented a training program with specific material for the HMMWV Bodies. I also
have developed a Trend Analysis Data Base for all projects being worked for continuous quality improvement. I have facilitated Lean Six Sigma
Events such as Kaizen or Rapid improvement events; also events utilizing the Six Sigma DMAIC process. Administering these events and
employing my Six Sigma Black Belt I have trained over 300 personnel on methodologies, concepts and principles of Lean and Six Sigma. I
utilize tools from both Lean and Six Sigma to complete successful process improvements through planning, data collection, analysis and
implementation followed by control measures to insure effectiveness. I work closely with other management and subject matter experts when
conducting these events to report progress through verbal and written presentations. I apply analytical methods, quantitative and qualitative
techniques for measuring effectiveness and efficiency of each proposed project. I have assisted in developing contract proposals for the FMTV
and HMMWV which were multi million dollar refurbishment projects. I am also an ISO 9001 2000 internal auditor. I perform internal audits of all
projects on a regular basis to insure compliance with the American National Standard Quality Management System. Prior to being promoted up
to Lean Six Sigma Project Manager I preformed mechanic duties on the Bridge erecting boats, HMMWV Bodies I have worked all aspects of
maintenance on the HMMWV Bodies from Major Body to parts installation.
KBR Inc. (01/12/2004 06/04/2004) Retail Fuel Tech. Driver
Camp Cedar II, Iraq
Supervisor: Personnel Dept. 866-***-****
Salary: $84,000.00 per year
Hours per week: 84
Duties: I maintained fuel systems for completion of missions in a combat zone. I delivered fuel to equipment to sustain daily activity; transferred
fuel under EPA regulations and followed the OSHA safety standards. I worked rotating shifts in various extreme climates. I worked under
Government Contract Log cap sustainment. I delivered fuel to other camps by traveling in an escorted military armed convoy throughout hazard
territories under strict timelines to maintain ongoing war efforts. I was utilized as a convoy commander of civilian cargo convoys. I supervised a
convoy of approximately 30 personnel.
Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. (10/24/2000 02/09/2002) Swing Tire Builder
Texarkana, Arkansas United States
Salary: $13.56 per hour
Hours per week: 42
Duties: I was responsible on a daily basis to produce tires on various types of machines to include First Stage, DR, and DRA machines. As a
Swing Builder I was used to fill vacancies on any machine in the tire building room. I was first introduced to Lean Six Sigma during my
employment with Cooper Tire. I accomplished a perfect Safety record during time of service. I worked with specialist, engineers, and leadership
to apply process improvements to production systems. I first learned of some of the tools used with Lean Six Sigma such as time studies and
design and experiment to analyze the process to correct and improve production operations.
Education
GED
Hiwassee College (05/01/1994 05/01/1994)
Madisonville, Tennessee
United States
Degree: GED
Description: Tested and earned my GED from the state of Tennessee.
Additional Information
Award Award of Excellence (04/09/2007)
I was awarded for my performance and dedication in assisting in lowering the Safety record. I was commended for my leadership and
commitment to the Lear Siegler Mobility Center. I was recognized for my efforts and willingness to institute change. This award was given to me
from the Site Manager and the Program Director of Lear Siegler Mobility Center.
Training Six Sigma Black Belt (12/07/2006)
I have completed the requirements mandated by Avior Group, LLC and EG&G Technical Services as a Trained Black Belt in the Lean Process
with Six Sigma Capability. I was trained by Dr. Richard Schleusener Master Black Belt of the Avior Group. My training was approved through the
President of EG&G Randy Wotring.
Training Six Sigma Green Belt (09/29/2006)
I have completed the requirements mandated by Avior Group, LLC and EG&G Technical Services as a Trained Green Belt in the Lean Process
with Six Sigma Capability. I was trained by Dr. Richard Schleusener Master Black Belt of the Avior Group. My training was approved through the
Vice President of EG&G Operations and Technical Support Frank Visted.
Certification ISO 9001:2000 Internal Auditing (04/14/2006)
I completed specialized instruction on ISO9001:2000 Internal Auditing and completed two internal audits to earn my certification as an internal
auditor for Lear Siegler Services. I was certified by Lear Siegler's Corporate Director of Quality Diana Dunbar.
Award Award of Excellence (06/01/2005)
I was awarded an Award of Excellence by Lear Siegler Mobility Center Operations Manager for my performance, singularly and collectively has
contributed to success with the HMMWV RECAP Program. I was commended for my commitment during the most critical periods led our team
meeting production goals of eighteen units per day.
Certification Introduction to Lean/ Kaizen Event (05/20/2005)
I was certified into Lean by John Murtha from Excel an SAI Global Company. During this training I was familiarized and was able to utilize Lean
concepts for process improvement on the HMMWV Body Project. I participated in a Kaizen Event and received 3.6 CEUs.