Materials Support Team Member Staff
Resume:
ANDREW G. MELISSAS
Marietta, Georgia *****
**********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Materials Management professional with extensive in-depth knowledge analytical, distribution, management, material handling, process, and production experience to achieve or exceed your company goals
EDUCATION
The Citadel, Charleston, South Carolina
Bachelor of Science Degree, 1985
Major: Business Administration
Certifications:
Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Expertise Six Sigma tools and processes
Secret Clearance certified for designated manufacturing projects
Courses Completed:
Self-Empowerment Training, Business Writing for Results, How to Supervise People, Project Management, Comprehensive Drug Education and Training Program, CPR, First Aid, Error Prevention, Safety, Health and Environmental Assistance, Lift Truck Operator Training - Train the Trainer, and Specialized Rigging Training
Computer Skills: SAP, Microsoft tools and applications, legacy systems
EMPLOYMENT
October 1998 to Present - Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, Marietta, GA
Materials Support Team Member Staff
Supervise employees in a technical leadership role
Responsible to support customers for Production Line Shortages
Identified, defined, and implemented Business Process Management improvements achieving accountability, efficiency, productivity, and visibility for distribution, MRP, quality, receiving, sustainment, and warehouse processes
Well versed in general warehousing, flow centers, global sustainment efforts, raw material, picking, stocking, counting, material movement, MRP, point of use stations, and internal audit analysis review
Designated as the SAP Sustaining Super User / Trainer for the distribution, receiving, and warehouse functionality
Routinely monitor SAP system resolving issues in order to maintain data accuracy and functionality
Managed MRP personnel in daily functions, provided training, selection for new positions, and implemented process improvements
Coordinated subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions
Assign tasks to meet critical schedules demands, resolve complex and time sensitive or operational issues
Created, implemented, monitored, and/or reported on operations budgets and metrics
Performed NT/PC administrative duties for hardware/software inventory management, acquisitions, and upgrades
Responsible for maintaining and improving all developed on-line processes and expedite process enhancements for multiple Aeronautics plants of which increase accountability, efficiency, productivity, and visibility
Continued efforts to identify and recommend for functionality or process improvements
Focus on Full Spectrum leadership, Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion
Projects include:
Creation and maintenance of process flow files to aid personnel with all aspects of distribution, MRP, receiving, and warehouse functionality
Mapped and documented a myriad of departmental responsibilities and workflows for multiple disciplines providing accessible on-line work instructions
Implemented process improvements in effort to improve accountability, efficiency, productivity, and visibility
Added functionality to SAP system in order to correct process flow errors and redundancies
October 1997 to October 1998 – Cooper / T. Smith Stevedoring, Savannah, GA
Regional Director of Loss Control
Designed and implemented training manuals and contingency procedures
Successfully implemented regional Safety and Incentive programs, which reduced workmen's compensation expenditures by 33%
Conducted facility and vessel inspections, claims investigations, and monthly employee safety meetings
Strictly enforced Federal OSHA General Industry and Maritime standards
Well versed in Department of Transportation HazMat regulations
May 1993 to September 1997 – Del Monte Fresh Produce International, Inc., Savannah, GA
Terminal Operations Supervisor / Cargo Coordinator
Jointly planned weekly overall activities of palletized and containerized materials with Logistics, Sales, Shipping, and Traffic Managers
Responsible for annualized payroll in excess of $1 million
Successfully managed refrigerated and dry warehouse storage
Supervised vessel and warehouse cargo operations increasing productivity efficiency by 10% and lowering operating costs by 9%
Proficiently managed trailer and container loading
Coordinated and supervised cross dock operation for proprietary and third-party cargo
Strictly enforced Federal OSHA General Industry and Maritime standards
Coordinated import and export distribution of dry / refrigerated materials with an annual value of $34 million
Developed, coordinated, and managed logistics for third party cargo to multiple global locations
January 1987 to May 1993 – Steven’s Shipping and Terminal Company, Inc. Jacksonville, FL
Vessel Agent / Stevedore
Received, processed, and distributed all inbound / outbound manifest and U.S. Government documentation to US Department of Agriculture, Coast Guard, Customs, and Immigration agencies
Prepared bills of lading, invoices, manifests, and summaries for proprietary and third party cargo
Coordinated vessel arrival, boarding, and departure, while interacting with government agencies, stevedoring and traffic departments
Complied with USDA Inspections of perishable goods / fumigation. Well versed in Department of Transportation HazMat regulations
Supervised 50 to 100 union and non-union personnel in shipside and warehouse operations
Willing to travel and relocate
Excellent References Available Upon Request
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