MARK COLLINS

Lebanon, TN ***** 559-***-**** ad1hik@r.postjobfree.com WWW: Bold Profile

Professional Summary

Senior Enlisted Leader with effective Operations and Production Management and more than 15 years of GSE experience supporting Naval Aviation and Engineering Operations. Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring operational safety. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, while adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards. Strong teamwork and communication skills, committed to ensuring top performance of all equipment to support airport operations. A proven leader of small and large teams from 47 to 430 owning and coordinating complex operations, programs, projects, plans, assets, and relationships; all critical to mission success and growth.

Accomplishments

Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Supervised teams of 255 staff members.

Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Point Mugu Safety and Readiness Outstanding Command for Two consecutive inspections.

Inspected by Naval Aviation Maintenance Inspections two consecutive years as the highest grade of 3.97 in the fleet.

Attained the rank of E8 Senior Chief Petty Officer. Top 4 percent for enlisted ranks.

Skills

Customer Relationships

Evaluating and Problem Solving

OSHA Standards

Hydraulics expertise

Pneumatics proficiency

Electrical Troubleshooting

Gas Turbine Engines

Quality Risk Management

Logs and Records

Technical Writing

HVAC

Engine Diagnostics

Blueprint and Schematics

Microsoft office

Work History

Motor Vehicle Operator 02/2023 to Current

Alvin C. York Veterans' Administration Medical Cen – Murfreesboro, TN

Hours per week: 40 Grade: WG-6 Series: 1008 Interior Design

Pay Plan: WG - Nonsupervisory Pay Schedules--Federal Wage System

Supervisor: Hans Johnson 615-***-****)

Prepared reports on damaged equipment and scheduled repairs or ordered replacements.

Oversaw handling and transportation of more than $150,000 in equipment while deployed to Nashville, Murfreesboro, and all surrounding area.

Managed loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo, and equipment.

Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.

Developing operational protocols, procedures, and methods for assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of operating programs in meeting goals and objectives.

Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.

Removed old finishes and degraded parts to complete skilled repairs and restore ideal appearances.

Identifying problems, determining accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and making recommendations.

Initiating and completing of LEAF requests related to resource management requests.

Aviation Ground Equipment and Tooling 02/2017 to 02/2023

Embraer Aircraft Maintenance Services – Nashville, TN

Manager: Jay Hewitt 615-***-****)

Successfully completed the overhaul and repair of120+ ground support equipment units within 15 months, resulting in a 55% increase in operational efficiency for GSE Embraer MRO.

Prepared reports on damaged equipment and scheduled repairs or ordered part or equipment replacements. Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.

Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance, supply items product and inventory to maintain necessary levels using E-maintenance.

Hired, managed, developed, and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews, and administered salaries for staff.

Managed business report generation, recording keeping and supply ordering.

Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems and test equipment following repairs.

Implemented a preventive maintenance program that reduced equipment downtime by 48%, leading to increased productivity and cost savings for the company.

Managed the inventory through TCMAX of hand tools and gauges calibrated for use.

Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.

Responsible for training and managing 63 Embraer personnel in fuel program compliance guidelines of Embraer, FAA and BNA policies.

Production Supervisor 08/2015 to 02/2017

Innovative Plastics – Antioch, TN

Supervisor: Sam 615-***-****)

Set up, Install, and adjust Injection Molding processes.

Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.

General and preventive maintenance on molding machine and molds

Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.

Managed team of 18 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines

Implemented six sigma and lean practice technique to streamline manufacturing of solutions, media and agar plates.

Adjusted alignment of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices for 12 machines.

Coordinated procedures for facility and equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of two machines.

Analyzed tool designs and implemented new equipment designs.

Aviation Ground Support Production Manager 01/2013 to 08/2015

U.S. Navy Active Duty – Everett, WA

Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.

Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications through NALCOMIS (Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System for Maintenance Activities).

Executed $31 million maintenance and operating budget for maintenance department.

Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $108,000.

Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.

Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies using Individual Material Readiness List (IMRL) and Local Asset Management Systems (LAMS).

Quality Assurance Manager 03/2009 to 01/2013

U.S. Navy Active Duty – Point Mugu, CA

Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.

Effective planning and execution resulted in numerous successful operations and successfully passing the Commander, Naval Atlantic Aviation Maintenance Inspection (AMI) in the top 5% of Naval Aviation Enterprise.

Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.

Proactive leadership and management of the 2010 Naval Safety Center Survey, achieving a grade of 3.39 which exceeded the Fleet average of 3.13 for all FRC/AIMD/MALS commands.

Divisional Manager 05/2006 to 06/2009

U.S. Navy Active Duty – Naval Shipyard Pascagoula, MS

Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.

Planned, organized, and implemented maintenance training on all 375 assigned aviation ground support, implementing and supervising 12 support programs and operator training.

Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.

Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.

Planned, organized, and implemented maintenance training on all 375 assigned aviation ground support, implementing and supervising 12 support programs and operator training.

Managed and structured establishment of Aviation Support Equipment and Materials Handling Equipment licensing program for MAKIN ISLAND and GREEN BAY, qualifying 187 personnel for ASE/MHE licenses.

Accurately account for and track over 47,000-part numbers /National stock numbers (NSN) in either squadron custody or being transferred out of unit.

Education

Bachelor of Arts: Business Management 12/2021

Strayer University - Washington, DC

Honoree of PHI Theta Kappa Honor Society

Honoree of Golden Key International Honor Society

Associate of Arts: Operations Management and Supervision 06/2011

Coastline Community College - Fountain Valley, CA

Naval Education and Schooling:

GSE Mobile Electric Power Plant

Ground Support Equipment Maintenance Manager

Aviation Production Chief

Engineman Class “A” school

Type II refrigeration certification

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