Operations and Logistics Specialist

SHAWN P. SAPPINGTON

**** ****** **** **. • Paris TN 38242 • 731-***-**** • ***************@*****.*** SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Exceptional leader, strategic planner, project manager, and team motivator offering successful operations management, administrative, instructional, and leadership experience. First-rate personal, political, analytical, communications and government-relations skills. Outstanding ability to manage multiple large-scale projects, tasks and priorities effectively in a global environment. Superior communicator who readily distills the most complex of materials into easily-understood, compelling reports and presentations. Core competencies include:

• Strategic Vision, Planning & Execution • Workforce Training & Development

• Human Resources Management • Supply & Logistics Management

• High Level Customer Relations • Large Scale Program & Project Management

• Team Building & Organizational Leadership • Cost Savings Driven

• KPI Driven Results • Safety and Quality Top Priority Driven

• Large Scale Manufacturing Management : SAP, KPI, Kaizen, 5s, Budgetary, Customer Relations, Scheduling, Labor Relations, and Data Interpretations/ Implementation

• Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Retired Military Command: Successful leadership of over 300 military members at 6 different military stations PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OPERATIONS/PLANT MANAGER EUROTRANCIATURA USA LLC. Jan 2023 to Present Responsible for all factors of large scale manufacturing to include Quality control, Scheduling, strict budget adherence, cost savings, KPI’s, high level customer relations, new business launches. Business Management & Analysis

• Provide analytical planning and evaluative reports on fiscal management, space administration, human resources, etc.

• Apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the Efficiency and Productivity of program operations to make improvements and detect deficiencies

• Execute internal management support services in the areas of program cost monitoring, annual fiscal planning, and development of annual work-plans, for the procedural and relationship aspects of organizations

• Provide sound leadership and technical oversight for work center programs associated with business processes, resource requirements and management, organizational analysis, metrics and training to accomplish objective

• Utilizing and implementing data to pinpoint discrepancies and decrease Production Scrap 3% in 6 months and minimizing Past dues to only those created by incoming material constraints

• Responsible for all personal property inventory, materials and asset management, disposal, and resolution of problems

• Supervise and review physical inventories/supply reconciliations; coordinate support and resolution of logistics problems

• Coordinate and execute an inventory and materials management program; oversee the lifecycle management of individual assets; manage non-expendable equipment and assets

• Assist in manpower and organizational studies/analyses of functions and work processes and provide management consultation to improve operational effectiveness, and resource efficiency, productivity and savings Project Management

• Managed project team, defined scope, developed and managed project plans and budgets

• Directed activities, project objectives, risk management, change control processes, project communications

• Identified and scheduled project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks to meet project objectives

• Demonstrated exceptional process orientation, project management techniques, methodologies and best practices

• Effectively delegated project tasks and ensured successful task completion

• Successfully directed 2 new customer startup production lines simultaneously both within budget and 1 month ahead of schedule

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OPERATIONS MANAGER DANA INC. Sep 2021 to Nov 2022

Responsible for all factors of large scale manufacturing to include Quality control, Scheduling, strict budget adherence, cost savings, KPI’s, high level customer relations, new business launches. Business Management & Analysis

• Provide analytical planning and evaluative reports on fiscal management, space administration, human resources, etc.

• Apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the Efficiency and Productivity of program operations to make improvements and detect deficiencies

• Execute internal management support services in the areas of program cost monitoring, annual fiscal planning, and development of annual work-plans, for the procedural and relationship aspects of organizations

• Provide sound leadership and technical oversight for work center programs associated with business processes, resource requirements and management, organizational analysis, metrics and training to accomplish objective

• Utilizing and implementing data to increase Efficiency 8 % in 6 months and Productivity increase of 11% in 8 months

• Responsible for all personal property inventory, materials and asset management, disposal, and resolution of problems

• Supervise and review physical inventories/supply reconciliations; coordinate support and resolution of logistics problems

• Coordinate and execute an inventory and materials management program; oversee the lifecycle management of individual assets; manage non-expendable equipment and assets

• Assist in manpower and organizational studies/analyses of functions and work processes and provide management consultation to improve operational effectiveness, and resource efficiency, productivity and savings Project Management

• Managed project team, defined scope, developed and managed project plans and budgets

• Directed activities, project objectives, risk management, change control processes, project communications

• Identified and scheduled project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks to meet project objectives

• Coordinated activities of project personnel to ensure project progressed on schedule and within budget

• Demonstrated exceptional process orientation, project management techniques, methodologies and best practices

• Effectively delegated project tasks and ensured successful task completion SITE MANAGER FOR TURTLE AND HUGHES INTEGRATED SUPPLY Jun 2019 to Sep 2021 Successfully managed all purchasing, supply contract negotiations, cost savings, inventory control for Dana Inc as a remote contracted service.

Business Management & Analysis

• Coordinated annual budget submissions and ensured program remained within contracted budget model.

• Managed personnel evaluations, HR responsibilities, disciplinary actions, scheduling and conflict resolution.

• Established operating procedures for new remote contracted services, mission priorities, Administrative Officer & Human Resources

• Implement and carry out policies, programs and procedures regarding staffing, recruitment and retention, employee training and development, employee relations, labor relations, pay and benefits administration, retention, retirement, health and safety, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and other HR issues

• Ensure proper counseling of individuals on HR/personnel programs, procedures, and benefits

• Facilitator for all departments concerning HR/personnel and quality training initiatives

• Participate in special initiatives to improve the HR program and its ability to provide services

• Advisor to employees on retention activities, programs and career decisions

• Resolve complex employee relations issues in multiple, diverse organizations SHAWN P. SAPPINGTON

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Budget & Purchasing Manager

• Coordinated annual budget submissions and ensured program was within budget allocations

• Compiled, consolidated, interpreted, and summarized budgetary data for preparation of budget estimates accurately and timely

• Reviewed historical data to determine spending trends and forecast annual funding needs

• Analyzed and verified obligations, expenditures, reimbursable orders, and requests for allotments to ensure funds were being spent in accordance with annual work plans and schedules; made sound recommendations for reprogramming UNITED STATES COAST GUARD • First-line Command/Manager/Supervisor Sep 1999 to Sep 2019 Successfully served in multiple positions of increased responsibility and complexity at various worldwide locations, demonstrating exceptional leadership, knowledge, skills, and proven abilities in the following areas. Operations

• Successfully completed over 300 military missions involving SAR (search and rescue), ATON (aids to navigation), LE (law enforcement).

• Advanced through the enlisted ranks to honorably retire at E7 rank

• Screened successfully for Executive Officer and Officer In Charge

• Command representative at 5 different units within the United States

• Coordinated and executed 7 dry dock overhaul evolutions

• Acknowledged by both President Bush and Coast Guard Commandant Thad Allen for exemplary service and dedication during a unit visit.

Supply and Logistics Management

• Supervise the daily activities, performance and training of personnel within the supply section encompassing all aspects of procurement, item and monetary accounting, inventory stock control, shipping and receiving, classification, standard and environmental storage, security, transfer and issuance of supplies and equipment, warehouse operations, and customer service

• Use automated supply systems for researching, ordering, shipping, tracking, and receiving equipment and materials

• Responsible for all personal property inventory, materials and asset management, disposal, and resolution of problems

• Supervise and review physical inventories/supply reconciliations; coordinate support and resolution of logistics problems

• Coordinate and execute an inventory and materials management program; oversee the lifecycle management of asset Training Manager/Specialist

• Train and qualify new inspectors on expectations of responsibilities employing highly polished platform teaching skills, demonstration-performance, lecture, discussion, and other teaching methods

• Employ advanced writing/editing skills in developing and/or revising lesson plans, training and visual aids, and course materials

• Demonstrate subject matter proficiency in classroom presentations and written materials

• Administer performance and written tests to gauge student’s hands-on knowledge and understanding

• Provide personalized feedback and counseling to students for both academic and non-academic problems Security Administration

• Plan, develop and implement Anti-Terrorist/Force Protection (AT/FP), Operations Security (OPSEC), and Personnel Security

(PERSEC) programs and physical security measures against HRT (High Risk Targets)

• Contribute to all aspects of physical security, loss prevention, anti-terrorist activity, and law enforcement operations in accordance with Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, and local laws, policies and procedures

• Assist with security program administration involving integration of policy, doctrine, personnel, material, training, intelligence, and planning to safeguard personnel, prevent unauthorized access to the installation, equipment, material, and documents, and safeguard against espionage, sabotage, damage, and theft SHAWN P. SAPPINGTON

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• Conduct security inspections, vulnerability assessments, threat assessments, risk management, security education, key security and lock control, external entry control and restricted area access control

• Employ sound knowledge of security AT/FP policy/procedure and doctrine in planning and implementing guidance on AT/FP physical security issues, policy and programs related to the installation Investigations & Regional Intelligence Officer

• Employ basic investigative methods and techniques to investigate violations or reports of probable incidents

• Develop informants and informant networks for general application to facilitate investigations and law enforcement operations

• Develop and follow leads, take statements, and gather information and facts

• Analyze facts to identify suspects and develop case information for use in pressing charges and bringing suspects to trial

• Disperse intelligence collection and analysis for risk potentials. Process personnel security investigations and assess Information Security requirements

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Significant Military Training:

• Senior Leadership/Management School (USCG ACADEMY) • Leadership/Management I & II

• Human Resources for Managers • Regional Intelligence Officer

• Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) • Security Program Administration

• Search & Rescue Fundamentals • Cutter & Small Vessel/Boat Operator

• ECDIS Operator (Navigation System) • Deck Watch Officer International/Inland AWARDS: Received numerous awards for outstanding military, humanitarian, and community service

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