Human Resources Risk Management

Christopher Gregory Sprowl

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Barstow, CA, 92311

Cell 760-***-****

***********.******@****.***

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Professional Summary

Dynamic leader in material management with over 19 years of civilian federal service, with a comprehensive background collaborating and working directly within trades, material, business, human resources, program, risk management, information technology and over five years in a leadership role. Currently overseeing a team of thirteen employees, I am dedicated to optimizing operations and driving efficiency within the division. I successfully completed an Executive Leadership Program at a prestigious graduate school in Washington, DC, enhancing my strategic management and leadership skills. Known for fostering a collaborative team environment, I leverage my extensive experience to guide teams in achieving organizational goals and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Skills

Leadership Skills

Visionary Leadership

Effective Communication

Motivational Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Empathy and Team Support

Technical Skills

Supply Chain Management

Inventory Control

Procurement Strategies

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Analytical Skills

Data Analysis and Reporting

Cost Reduction Techniques

Risk Management

Strategic Problem-Solving

Decisive Decision-Making

Operational Skills

Vendor Management

Contract Negotiation

Delegation and Empowerment

Adaptability

Work Experience

Production Controller Leader GS-1152-11

Marine Depot Maintenance Command (MDMC)

PO BOX 110880

Barstow, CA

2/2019 - Present

Salary: $47 per hour

Hours per week: 40

Supervisor: Debra Lopez 760-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Lead production operations, overseeing workflow to meet schedule requirements, balancing workloads, and reallocating resources for efficiency.

Develop and implement work procedures, setting priorities, and assigning tasks based on employee capabilities and production demands.

Assist employees with their daily duties if they require assistance, including timekeeping using McPalms, attendance, and documenting scheduled leave, overtime, and training to ensure smooth production operations.

Provide coaching, and address resolving workforce issues while fostering team cohesion.

Collaborate with various departments to procure materials, resolve bottlenecks, and maintain production flow using Theory of Constraints (TOC) and Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO).

Ensure adherence to safety standards, organize regular safety briefings, and track employee training compliance.

Consult with higher management, providing reports and insights, including Hot Parts List updates and production forecasts.

Assist in recruiting and training new personnel, conducting interviews, and onboarding.

Serve as acting supervisor when required, maintaining continuity of leadership and operational oversight.

Lead continuous improvement efforts, identifying opportunities to enhance productivity and work quality while streamlining processes.

Manage daily production meetings, track material status, and communicate updates on Equipment Status Documents (ESDs) and Estimated Delivery Dates (EDDs).

Ensure compliance with documentation protocols for requisitions, orders, PQDR/SDR requests, and fabrication requirements.

Lead and manage a team of planners, expediters, material handlers, and contractors, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and alignment with production goals.

Develop, mentor, and coach team members, providing ongoing feedback and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Set clear goals and performance expectations to assist supervisor, conducting regular performance standards and providing constructive guidance to enhance team productivity.

Serve as a liaison between various departments, including trades and material management, to promote collaboration and resolve interdepartmental challenges.

Identify and address training needs by organizing and facilitating team development initiatives, ensuring employees are equipped with the necessary skills.

Foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment, resolving employee concerns and implementing strategies to improve morale and team cohesion.

Function as a key decision-maker during supervisor absences, maintaining operational continuity and providing leadership during critical decision-making moments.

Manage personnel schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage across shifts, leave periods, and peak production times while addressing individual needs and workload balance.

Oversee employee time management, including certifying timecards, maintaining accurate attendance records, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Lead safety initiatives, conducting regular briefings, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and tracking compliance with mandatory training.

Drive continuous improvement through collaboration with team members, encouraging innovation in processes, problem-solving, and best practices.

Promote cross-functional teamwork by organizing interdepartmental meetings, resolving production bottlenecks, and improving communication channels.

Provide conflict resolution, ensuring team members adhere to company policies and maintain a positive work environment.

Represent the team in high-level meetings, presenting production status updates, addressing material shortages, and proposing solutions to management.

Coordinate leadership initiatives, such as weekly production and HPPT meetings, where updates on material and project timelines are shared and discussed.

Lead inventory control operations, ensuring accurate tracking, receiving, and allocation of materials and parts critical to production demands.

Manage a team of warehouse staff responsible for material handling, stock rotation, and maintaining organized inventory spaces to optimize workflow.

Oversee daily inventory audits, maintaining up-to-date records on material availability, backorders, and stock discrepancies.

Implement inventory management processes to reduce discrepancies, increase stock accuracy, and prevent shortages that could impact production.

Collaborate closely with production planners, expediters, and material management to align inventory levels with production schedules and project timelines.

Conduct regular warehouse inspections to ensure safety compliance and adherence to best practices for material storage and handling.

Identify and resolve inventory issues, including material shortages and excess stock, by coordinating with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure timely replenishment.

Monitor and control inventory costs by identifying areas for cost-saving measures, including minimizing waste and improving storage efficiency.

Train warehouse staff in inventory procedures, material handling, and safety protocols, fostering an environment of accountability and efficiency.

Utilize data-driven inventory software and reports to forecast material needs and proactively address potential bottlenecks in the supply chain.

Lead the implementation of system improvements, such as barcoding and automated inventory tracking, to streamline warehouse operations and improve accuracy.

Function as a point of contact between warehouse operations and upper management, providing regular updates on inventory status, production support, and material forecasts.

Facilitate communication between warehouse staff and other departments to ensure seamless coordination of material pulls, kitting, and order fulfillment.

Assisted in the development of the GFM application using Power BI, contributing to the design and functionality of the app.

Maintained and managed engineering work tickets to ensure efficient workflow and project tracking; submitted work tickets to maintain facility stability and ensure operational effectiveness.

Ordered and managed inventory of supplies for the shop, ensuring timely availability of necessary materials.

Executive Leadership Program:

Selected for a prestigious nine-month Executive Leadership Program, including four-week intensive training sessions.

Developed a comprehensive leadership development plan, conducted five executive leadership interviews, and produced multiple reports on leadership effectiveness.

Led community service initiatives, culminating in detailed reports on outcomes and impact.

Completed an eight-week developmental assignment as a GS-1150-13 Industrial Engineer Specialist Branch Manager for the coating departments, overseeing workload delegation and efficiency across multiple shops.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensured effective delegation of workloads by supervising and guiding shop leaders, verifying the prioritization and organization of tasks according to the master workload schedule.

Managed indirect consumable orders and maintained budgetary controls, collaborating with the material division to optimize workload organization at the LTI and disassembly levels.

Conducted regular attendance at morning musters across various shops and the paint shop night shift, facilitating communication of workload requirements and expediting needs.

Assessed the necessity for post-shift and weekend overtime, staging workloads and coordinating with supervisors to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Participated in necessary meetings to align departmental objectives and ensure quality control processes were upheld in the absence of QC personnel.

Developed and implemented multiple efficiency enhancement projects, generating plans to demonstrate capabilities and drive productivity improvements across departments.

Work Experience

Production Shop Planner WD-4102-05

Marine Depot Maintenance Command (MDMC)

PO BOX 110880

Barstow, CA

12/2011 - 2/2019

Salary: $35 per hour

Hours per week: 40

Supervisor: Debra Lopez 760-***-****)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Oversee operations for steam, blast, dip tanks, undercoat, paint shop, and the Corrosion Repair Facility (CRF), promoting safety and a secure work environment.

Utilize software applications such as MTO, ILSMIS, McPalms, SharePoint, FEDLOG, and FEDMALL to track shipments, analyze back shop scheduling reports (BSSR), and manage inventory.

Create requisitions in ILSMIS for new parts, check inventory availability, and verify funding through the Cost Work Center (CWC) for appropriated shops.

Analyze complex data to identify and alleviate part shortages, enhancing production efficiency and minimizing delays.

Manage and approve all DD1149 forms for the shops, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Generate work orders in MRO, locate missing orders, and transfer tasks between shops, as necessary.

Reprint work orders and check parts availability using McPalms, efficiently pulling required items from the warehouse.

Streamline document retrieval and communication through SharePoint, ensuring all team members have access to necessary forms and information.

Lead a team of three expediters, delegating tasks and monitoring progress through effective communication and observation.

Oversee operations for steam, blast, dip tanks, undercoat, paint shop, and the Corrosion Repair Facility (CRF), fostering a safe work environment.

Maintain ongoing correspondence with supervisors to ensure work assignments are prioritized effectively.

Manage incoming assets from Army aircraft at Daggett Airport, ensuring seamless integration into shop workflows.

Track budgets across multiple shops using Excel spreadsheet trackers, ensuring accuracy and accountability for all procured items.

Interface directly with contracting when procurement exceeds credit card limits, facilitating timely acquisition of necessary materials.

Develop and deliver training materials to enhance employee performance, scheduling various meetings to discuss productivity improvements and address challenges.

Utilize detailed reports, PowerPoint presentations, and graphic design tools to effectively communicate updates and project statuses to stakeholders.

Volunteer as a Machine Shop Planner during scheduled absences, managing fabrication requests and ensuring material availability via the Metal Retrieval System.

Coordinate the ordering and delivery of materials, including metals, drawings, and hardware, to support fabrication processes and maintain workflow efficiency.

Oversee incoming and outgoing materials for multiple production shops, ensuring efficient inventory management and workflow.

Led one of the largest armor projects processed through MDMC PPB, managing over 80,500 HMMWV armor parts sent from the Sierra Army Depot for blasting and painting. Responsibilities included:

Coordinating touch-up painting, individual packaging, and re-crating for shipment back to SIAD.

Managing a team of eight material workers, instructing them on task execution and maintaining productivity through effective supervision.

Managing all procurement and inventory tracking for the project, which required significant overtime and meticulous organization.

Serve as the Production Shop Planner for the Corrosion Repair Facility (CRF), meeting regularly with customers to demonstrate capabilities and capacity for both new and existing workloads.

Responsible for planning, forecasting, and executing production schedules, ensuring alignment with the Statement of Work (SOW) and meeting customer objectives.

Ensure compliance with Environmental, HAZMAT, and Safety regulations across all CRF operations.

Conduct training sessions to enhance the skills and knowledge of team members, continuously performing supervisory duties as needed to ensure effective task completion.

Conduct weekly meetings with supervisors to address production issues, monitor execution of direct labor hours, training requirements, material budgeting, and financial status of the Corrosion Repair Facilities (CRF).

Manage annual budgets totaling $4.3 million across both CRF locations, collaborating with CPAC Program Management and I and III MEF G4 to ensure financial compliance and efficiency.

Perform quarterly safety and environmental inspections alongside site supervisors to uphold MDMC policies, fostering a safe and compliant working environment for all employees.

Operate with a high degree of autonomy within the Forward Branch, leading customer tours through the steam, blast, dip tanks, undercoat, and paint applications to highlight operational capabilities and maintain customer satisfaction.

Provide daily updates to customers and stakeholders on asset progress through various processes, ensuring alignment with Repair Cycle Time (RCT) objectives.

Actively participate in production and HTTP meetings to identify and address constraints, such as hot parts or work stoppages, and facilitate solutions for seamless production flow.

Complete DD1149 forms for finished assets and coordinate shipments with Southwest Regional Freight Transportation (SWRFT) to ensure timely deliveries.

Education

High School Diploma Received 2004

Barstow High School – Barstow, CA

Some College Completed 2004-2006

Barstow Community College- Barstow, CA

Certifications

Executive Leadership Program, Graduate School USA – 2022

Forklift Certification, USMC SWRT- 2022

Projects

Sierra Army Depot Armor Project

Project Lead

Managed the resurfacing of over 85,000 pieces of HMMWV armor, overseeing the complete process from unboxing to final delivery.

Led a team of eight in executing quality control measures, including the removal of old paint via blast media, and the application of new primer and paint.

Developed and implemented work orders to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

Ensured effective communication with the customer throughout the project, maintaining transparency and addressing any concerns.

Successfully completed the project within a 6-month period, demonstrating strong leadership and project management skills.

Additional Information

LOGCOM Academy/ Mission Overview 32 hours completed 2019

Program Management Training 16 hours completed 2018

CPI Yellow Belt Training 16 hours completed 2018

OSHA training 18 hours completed 2014

Blueprint reading class 16 hours completed 2016

DLA/ ILLSMIS training 16 hours completed 2016

4 Star D paint training 16 hours completed 2011

References

Available upon request.

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