Production Manager

David Crandall

***** ****** **** ********** *****, CA 92647

714-***-**** **********@*****.***

Senior Production Manager

Technically-proficient leader with expertise in all phases of assembly and fabrication for military and commercial aircraft (including DC-10, MD-11, and C-17). Strong background supervising and leading technical teams with a focus on quality, efficiency, and productivity in both the private sector and as a United States Air Force Noncommissioned Officer. Driven to sustain effective communication channels across all departments and throughout all phases of production to deliver quality products to military and commercial customers. Track record of assuming additional responsibilities to create cost savings.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Aircraft Assembly Production Leadership Customer Relationships Process Improvements

Lean Methodologies Team Supervision Cost Reduction Fabrication Performance Management

Department Enhancements Military Clients Unionized Environments Labor Relations

EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

BOEING, Long Beach, CA 1986 – 2015

Production Manager 1988 – 2015

Mechanic 1986 – 1988

Joined organization in a hands-on, technical role and quickly promoted to oversee production efforts across multiple departments. Supervised teams performing varied work including commercial aircraft final assembly, C-17 military craft final assembly, C-17 wing build, C-17 nose assembly, and C-17 production. Provided performance management, training, and guidance to large teams of up to 60, including supervisors and front-line technicians. Liaise between production staff, senior management, and executive leaders to align production with customer specifications and drive process improvements.

Tasked with establishing team of specialized mechanics to prepare MD-80 for painting, saving company $900K within first year of assuming oversight.

Enhanced efficiency and productivity for C-17 wing, nose, and final assembly by implementing lean production processes.

Cultivated productive working relationships with commercial and military customers to conduct final product and assembly inspections and meet client deliverables.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Multiple Duty Stations 1976 – 1984

Noncommissioned Officer/B-52 Crew Chief

Began tenure providing technical support to repair and maintain aircraft in fast-paced, time sensitive environments. Promoted to oversee highly specialized and qualified maintenance and repair crews. Oversaw work orders, repairs, task delegation, and quality review programs.

Collaborated with management to facilitate seamless operations and improve existing processes.

Received advanced leadership training and delivered coaching, mentoring, and support to team members.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Supervisor Training (Timekeeping, Harassment Prevention, Ethics), McDonnell Douglas/Boeing

Aircraft Structure Training, McDonnell Douglas/Boeing

Jet Over 4 Engine Technician School, United States Air Force

Refuel/Defuel Operation Training, United States Air Force

Avionics Training, United States Air Force

Seven Level Supervisor Training, United States Air Force

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