Cody Lucas
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
* ***** ** ************ *********** in increasingly responsible roles of logistics operations worldwide. Motivated, self-starter able to handle simultaneous tasks while maintaining an exceptional work ethic with proven problem-solving skills.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Mercedes-Benz US International Vance, AL
Automotive manufacturer building the GLE SUV, GL SUV, C-Class, GLE Coupe and M-Class.
Process Engineering Intern (August 2015 – April 2016)
Ensure Daimler quality standards are maintained throughout assembly line utilizing quality checks both routine and issue occurrence related
Apply Six Sigma skills in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing events for assembly line efficiency and utilization improvements
Performed Automated Guided Vehicle time studies, analyzed data and performed root cause analysis for route efficiency improvement
Aided in the development of training guides for Mercedes Production System
Motus Motorcycles Birmingham, AL
An American-made touring motorcycle manufacturer.
Intern (January 2015 – August 2015)
Responsible for warehouse management activities consisting of 37 vendors and $840,000 of inventory for new production startup
Created location scheme and sequence flow of parts from warehouse to production line
Performed detailed quality assurance checks on incoming parts and materials
Developed business reports for rejected parts and worked with suppliers on quality standards
Wrote SOPs for shipping and receiving departments
Segars Properties Birmingham, AL
Property Management Company
Property Assessor and Maintenance Technician (September 2012 – December 2014)
Utilized cost analysis principles to manage material purchases while creating cost savings for $11.6 million dollar real estate company
Performed weekly material buys for apartment renovations and housing maintenance
Assessed move out properties for damages and move in properties for readiness
Maintained commercial and rental properties by performing basic maintenance activities
United States Navy Coronado, CA
SEAL Candidate (August 2011-July 2012)
Class Leading Petty Officer responsible for instruction and movement of 215 personnel
United States Navy Lemoore, CA
Logistics Specialist (February 2010 – August 2011)
Developed material control training guides for 210 squadron personnel
Oversaw logistic movement of 75,000 parts worth $62 million to and from 8 different deployment sites
Logistics lead for 210 squadron personnel and 12 aircraft for Alaska Detachment. Responsible for the tracking, ordering and receiving of all repairable parts worth $23 million dollars
Managed $28 million dollar OPTAR budget and Navy purchase card program with 100% accuracy. As a primary purchase card holder, tracked and validated command purchases for 268 personnel totaling up to $270,000 dollars, ensuring government funds were used in a responsible manner. Efforts resulted in ZERO hits on annual purchase card program review for two consecutive years
United States Navy Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii
Logistics Specialist (January 2007 – February 2010)
Shift Supervisor responsible for 4 junior sailors
Detachment liaison supporting 3 VP aircraft squadrons during Operation Iraqi Freedom operations and managing 1,400 parts valued at $18 million
Performed procurement, receiving and shipping activities of aircraft parts and pilot gear utilizing DOD supply systems (NALCOMIS, OOMA, NAVSUP, EMALL, DLA, DFARS, FARS)
Command fitness instructor responsible for leading 185 squadron personnel in weekly workouts leading to 99% squadron combat physical readiness
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Commerce and Business Administration
University of Alabama
Major: Operations Management
Navy Supply and Logistics, December 2006
US Navy Logistics Specialist A-School
Naval Technical Training School (NTTC Meridian)
Computer Software Systems
Arena process simulation software
Lekin production scheduling software
Microsoft: Access, Excel: Macros, Pivot Tables and Charts, Outlook, Power Point, Project, Visio
SAP, Netsuite, Department of Defense ERP systems
Tableau
CERTIFICATIONS/HONORS/AWARDS
Six Sigma Green Belt
DOD Secret Security Clearance
Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal (February 2009) - Received for outstanding performance while deployed to Ali Air Base, Iraq.
Iraq Campaign Medal – (May 2008-November 2008) - Served at Ali Air Base, Iraq with Aircraft Patrol and Reconnaissance squadron in support of OIF.
References Available Upon Request