CARL J. HOOKER

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Manufacturing Leader and Certified Lean Practitioner CLSSBB License #62777474

20+ years of success in delivering improvement in efficiency, capacity modeling / gap analysis, and productivity in Nuclear Power Plants and manufacturing environments. This includes CNC machining, metal fabrication, welding, aerospace, line assembly, dyes/coloring, lumber, and food.

• Results-oriented, self-motivated Process Improvement Manager with expertise in KPI Driven Process Management® / Nuclear Process Improvement / Resource Loading® Lean Manufacturing® / Turnaround / HCM® / Operational Excellence delivering measurable gains in safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.

• Senior Project Manager with profit and loss ownership and expertise in leading sustainable productivity improvements, process management standards, software installations, certifications, and more. Results ranged from $2.6-$10.2 million dollars annualized savings with sustainability guaranteed.

• Adaptable leader who develops relationships based on accountability, respect, and loyalty. A forward-thinking decision-maker who analyzes all possible outcomes before reaching informed conclusions. Recognized for exceptional execution by internal and external stakeholders.

Core Competencies

LEAN and Continuous Improvement Strategies / Turn Around / HCM / ISO/AS9100 / QMS / TPM

/ OPEX/CAPEX / Production & Process Line Balancing / Performance Improvement / Behavior Based Safety & Compliance / Change Management / KPI Development & Goal Setting / Metric- Driven Decision Making / Leadership Development / Management Consulting / Gap Analysis & Barrier Resolution / Process Standardization / Project Management Implementations / Vendor Management / Training for Results / Effective Communication / Team Building / Succession Planning / Conflict Resolution / DMAIC / Value Stream Mapping / Standard Procedure Development / Kaizen Events / Process Mapping Analysis / Cost/Benefit Analysis / Process Measurement / Manufacturing Process Design / Production System Design / Facilities Layout and Maintenance / Labor Budgeting / Capacity Analysis / Production Support / Planning / Supply Chain / Recovery / Contingency Planning / Process Improvement / Deming Method Root Cause Analysis / Operations Planning / Precedence Analysis and Material Logistics. Experience

1099 Financial and Productivity Turnaround Manager Self

2021-Present

Turnaround / HCM for financially distressed operations, Productivity and Efficiency improvement strategies. Worked with 4 clients in the food, commercial fishing, cosmetic and wood fabrication industries to initiate immediate cashflow turnaround and human capital management strategies. Delivered

$8-$9 million in sustainable revenue improvements within 60 days. Initiatives included development of cashflow forecasting, reduction of operating costs, throughput improvements and efficiency gains.

GENERAL MANAGER OF OPERATIONS AND QUALITY

Multi Axis Manufacturing LLC, Florida and Puerto Rico 2017 to 2021

Precision machining and manufacturing facility providing CNC machining with state-of-the-art equipment. Led the company’s successful move from Florida to Puerto Rico and directed the layout of the new facilities. Develop and implement solutions for daily operations, planning staffing and raw materials, setting production goals and team expectations. Part of executive team collaborating with City and Commonwealth officials to create over 100 new jobs for the local economy. Directed the $1.1 million site build for the 30,000 square foot facility. Executed a cutting-edge vision for personnel-to-machine ratios, equipment layout, and growth plans. Directed setting up and installing the AS9100D (2016) quality management system and in-house continuous improvement program. Product focus is aerospace, automotive, DOD, and agriculture. Provide ongoing expertise on documentation and compliance, setting KPIs, managing team performance, and setting safety guidelines and quality standards. SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER-DRY FUEL

Entergy Grand Gulf Nuclear Station, Port Gibson, MS 2013 to 2017

Nuclear power plant with the largest BWR reactor in the world. Dry Fuel Senior Project Manager responsible for safe, error free ISFISI campaign. Promoted to Superintendent Maintenance Services managing a $30 million budget and directing leadership changes and process improvements. Managed improvement projects from inception to completion including managing scope, tracking milestones, and reporting results to stakeholders. MAINTENANCE SERVICES SUPERINTENDENT - Continued

Spent 95% of my time in the field with employees reinforcing high standards and gaining trust. The department performed so well with facilities management and upgrades that the Board of Directors visited the site for the first time since 1986. Analyzed and rectified gaps in performance and safety standards, delivering measurable results within 4 months, which is rapid in the nuclear industry. Observations in the field revealed that durations were inflated. Partnered with online scheduling team to revise all maintenance assignments durations delivering a 50% improvement in schedule loading.

CBI Green Cross Award recipient for 1 million safe worked hours. Corporate recognition awards for multiple aspects of performance with only 1 HU clock reset in 28 months. PROJECT MANAGER

Dewolff, Boberg & Associates, Houston, TX

2006 to 2013

Management consulting company delivering operational and financial improvements to clients across industries. Directed projects to customize, plan, and execute installation of Management Operating System performance enhancement tools including Microsoft Office applications to quickly improve efficiency, capacity, and productivity with client companies. Managed a team of up to 12 Consultants to elevate performance in stable companies and save underperforming companies from closing. Developed Corporate Cultural Change processes for clients. Mentored C-Level decision-makers, senior leaders, middle management, superintendents, and floor-level leadership.

• Successfully worked within Nuclear Regulatory Commission guidelines to enhance industrial safety and Human Performance. Orchestrated milestone attainment for client operations initiatives on personnel development, overtime, plant productivity, cost management, inventory management, and morale.

• ENTERGY-JAF Nuclear Plant successfully saved at 265% at $10.2 million annualized savings with no HU errors or Station events. Maintenance / PS&O / Engineering installation.

• PPL Susquehanna Nuclear Power Plant Maintenance Installation saved at 151% at $7.8 million annualized savings including successful concurrent WANO / INPO Audit.

• Global Copper and Brass Project successfully saved at 127% at $2.7 million annualized savings.

• Hendrickson Trailer Suspensions-Clarksville Project successfully saved 137% of plan at $2.6 million annualized savings.

• ENTERGY-IPEC Nuclear Station successfully saved at 488% at $28 million annualized savings with no HU errors. Maintenance / PS&O / Engineering / Operations installation.

• Kaman Aerostructures successfully saved at 221% at $4.1 million dollars annualized savings. Prior Roles

Environmental / Business Manager – Triple H White-Tail Ranch, Loma Alta, TX Special Projects Manager Operations – FedEx Express, Houston, TX Education

Bachelor of Science, Agriculture Business, Texas A&M University FedEx Leadership Institute, FedEx

On Road Engineering Initiative, FedEx

Professional Associations

Organizational Change Practitioners / Freemason Professionals / Institute of Management Consultancy / Operational Excellence / Worldwide Management Consultants / PM Solutions & PM College / Lean 6 Sigma / Business Process Improvement and Change Management / Continuous Improvement and Lean 6 Sigma Group

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field.

• 10-15 year s of progressive leadership expertise in industrial manufacturing.

• 10 years minimum in management role and senior leadership experience.

• Experience in sourcing, negotiation, and procurement processes.

• A customer facing operations leader with exceptional communication skills.

• Strong business acumen, with P&L expertise.

• Expertise in engineering, quality management, supply chain and logistics.

• Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fabrication experience required.

• Resourceful, combining strong manufacturing and technical abilities with management. acumen. (Driven by metrics and countermeasures).

• Demonstrated sense of urgency. A natural change agent and team builder.

• -confidence and accountability along with holding others to same characteristics.

• Collaborative…welcomes opposing ideas, drive engagement and respect at all levels of organization.

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