Six Sigma Maintenance

Tremayne Sams

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Knowledgeable and results-driven leader with almost 10 years of experience military protocols for process improvement and project management. A recently retired veteran of the United States Navy looking to transition into a career that will afford the opportunity to utilize skills in electrical, mechanical and systems engineering. Proven track record for professional hands-on experience in applying the process improvement methodologies of Lean, Six Sigma and the theory of constraints in manufacturing, service and transactional environments. Highly capable of leading cross-functional teams in a dynamic organizational environment. Demonstrates excellence in communication skills with various levels of supervising in project management involving quality inspection. Experienced in overseeing all aspects of repair and production projects with full responsibility for ensuring plan completion in a timely manner, while maintaining quality and safety standards. Possess a confidential security clearance.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

United States Navy, Jacksonville, Florida- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Trained, FRCSE, June 2015; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification, More Stream, May 2016

• Change Management

• Electrical Equipment Safety

• Quality Assurance

Leadership/Management

• Project Planning

Documentation Management

Budget/Cost Analysis

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Training Facilitation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

United States Navy, Norfolk, Virginia & Jacksonville, Florida, 2007 - Present

Key Positions Held:

Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Supervisor

Developed and delivered cross organizational solutions utilizing Black Belt and Six Sigma technology. Negotiated deliverables, formulated innovative plans, and assembled resources.

Managed Lean Six Sigma Kaizen events and DMAIC projects through a share point system for the US Navy entitled Continuous Process Improvement Management System (CPIMS). Ensured on time delivery of tollgates, from beginning to completion, and validation of cost savings and/or cost avoidance for associated projects.

Led Lean events directly impacting supply chain management and logistics, establishing new warehouse procedures, setting up pre- expenditure bins, and reorganizing shipping procedures.

Provided training to process owners and identified process improvement opportunities through Data Analysis, Value Stream Analysis, Yellow Belt, and Champion Training.

Facilitated and coached Team Members, Subject Matter Experts, Green Belts, and Yellow Belts in a total of 6 RIE/Kaizen events and 2 DMAIC projects.

Led diverse, cross functional process improvement teams, usually 5-10 members, in the execution of DMAIC, Kaizens, RIEs, and Value Stream Analysis of the organization’s processes. Led teams in identifying the 8 forms of waste in Value Stream Mapping from the customers’ perspective.

Conducted brainstorming sessions to identify possible solutions and root-cause analysis was performed to identify problems and potential improvements.

Drafted, approved and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure sustainability of the kaizen event.

Responsible for implementing the Theory of Constraints, Lean Six Sigma methodology and theories at Fleet Readiness Center South East.

Provided comprehensive inspection and repair of P-3/P-8/H-60/C-130 weapon and life support systems, aeronautical components, and support equipment and calibration services.

Led the efforts of six Sailors in the completion of the 52A Damper, streamlining the process and saving $225,088 in cost avoidance and 387 maintenance man hours.

Division Career Counselor

Managed and tracked the career of 4 sailors with 100% retention in rate.

Trained 125 Continuous Process Improvement Yellow Belts resulting in 98% command qualification.

Communication/Navigation Assistant (Leading Petty Officer)

Led 51 technicians performing I-Level maintenance on various avionics components.

Utilized integrated maintenance processes and AIRSpeed initiatives to achieve NAE cost-wise readiness.

Performed component repairs and return services to support combat readiness for 15 naval activities and 5 AORs.

Led two production supervisors, 9 CDIs, and 54 technicians in the completion of 523 maintenance actions encompassing 4,851 man-hours, directly contributing to the work center’s 98.6% ready-for-issue rate.

Led 12 Command Assessment Team members in facilitating 6 focus groups, collecting data for CMEO and promoting diversity throughout the command.

Communication/Navigation Supervisor

Led 30 technicians responsible for performing I-Level maintenance on various avionics components in the completion of 1,471 maintenance actions, contributing to the work center’s 96.2% ready-for-issue rate in support of 14 deployable squadrons.

Trained 5 junior Sailors on work center’s IMRL and calibration programs, ensuring strict NAMP compliance, resulting in the work center receiving zero discrepancies in the semi-annual Quality Assurance audit.

Partnered with industry to meet Naval Aviation Enterprise Ready-for-Tasking at improved efficiency and reduced cost by providing world class aviation support, repair, overhaul of engines, airframes, components, and aircraft launch and recovery systems.

Micro-Miniature and Cable Repair Supervisor (Avionics Division)

• Led 11 technicians responsible for performing I-Level maintenance on various avionics equipment in completing 602 maintenance actions, directly contributing to a 98.6% ready-for-issue rate in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

• Mentored 6 sailors into qualifying for Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist and 4 advancements.

Micro-Miniature and Cable Repair Technician (Avionics Division)

• Performed I-Level repairs on avionic components and systems, completing 250 maintenance actions and personally inspecting 115 repairs.

• Administered 360 Enduring Command surveys and compiled the results providing invaluable feedback to the chain of command in the area of command climate.

• Responsible for performing maintenance on 60 squadron assets and 75 maintenance assets.

• Contributed to the process and repairs of 9 avionic components contributing to a 97% ready-for-issue rate during a TSTA/FEP period aboard the USS Enterprise.

• Trained 9 junior technicians in PRC-90, URT-140, and AIC-14 maintenance procedures increasing work center productivity by 25%

• Completed over 145 maintenance actions totaling 160 man hours with zero reworks required, contributing to a 100% time-to-reliably-replenish rate.

• Served as Branch HAZMAT program representative, standardizing and accounting for 690 Branch’s HAZMAT, which directly contributed to the fleet readiness center receiving a grade of on rack during the 2010 CNAF Aviation Maintenance Inspection.

• Trained 11 technicians on proper cable repairs and manufacturing procedures, which contributed to a 65% increase in bench coverage.

PROFESSIONAL AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal May 15, 2014

Awarded for directing 42 technicians in the completion of 2,305 maintenance actions resulting in a 96.2% ready-for-issue rate in support of 17 squadrons, facilitating professional in-rate training for 27 sailors resulting in 13 advancements and the qualification of 9 collateral duty inspectors

2015 Retention Excellence Award

FRCMA Norfolk Sea Sailor of the Quarter, third quarter 2012

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