Plant Manager Oil Co

Curriculum-vitæ/Detailed-Résumé

JERRY D. SMITH, PI, PA Plant Manager-General Manager - Director, Staff Industrial Engineer,

United States Citizenship Private Investigator

** ****** ****, ******’s Point, FL 34996 Home: 772-***-**** E-mail: *************@*******.***

Multifaceted, and forward-looking operations professional that will utilize 30 years experience energy systems, power generation systems field services division, plant management, outage management, and industrial engineering – management of technology - Six Sigma - Total Productivity Management – Continuous Performance Improvement, excellent skills, and extensive knowledge in techno-economics, information systems. Track record of effectively managing and motivating site operations in various industries and facilities. Proven ability to meet goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Outstanding management, supervisory, and liaison skills, enhancing employee, customer, and client relationships.

Summary: Siemens Corporation (Nuclear, Fossil Power Generation - Field Services Division - Outage Planning, Risk Analysis, Financial - Project Cost Estimation, and Security Analysis) Planned and scheduled turbine and generator system components manufacture for field service division at multiple corporate manufacturing facilities. Managed outage teams, providing the leadership for effective outage project execution. Initiated and designed multi-plant lean manufacturing and logistics models, using advanced information systems technology, including the Planning Requirements Management Information System (PREMIS=SAP+PRIMAVERA). Utilizing the aforementioned information systems, quality control systems, and manufacturing programs provided me with advanced skills that led to the development of the Corporate Planned and Forced Outage Service Stock Program, effectively working with project engineering and field service staff. Reduced forced outages service parts lead time from 10 to 6 weeks, with customers realizing savings up to $15M each occurrence.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

· Master of Science - Management of Technology (MSIE + MBA), University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL, 1993

· Graduate of the Westinghouse Electric Corporation Apprenticeship School in Industrial Engineering, Certified tool & die maker, and certified machinist, Hourly employee to Plant Manager * From the Ground Up, or Greenfield to Production.*

CERTIFICATIONS / AFFILIATIONS

· Veteran’s Preference: 10-point preference based on a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more

· Security Clearance: Critical Personnel - Sensitive – ANACI (Department of Homeland Security – Transportation

Security Administration – level 3, SSBI, BI), held Secret, and Top Secret DISCO.

· Delegate Asia-Pacific Homeland Security Summit & Exposition 2004, 2005, 2006

OSHA - Manager Safety & Health 600109737

License Type, Discipline, State, License No. Issue Date, Exp. Date,

Private Investigator FL C2800549 08/28/2008 08/28/2022

Public Adjuster (Insurance Investigation) FL P165950 10/07/2008 10/07/2022

Professional Experience / Work History

The Blackthorn Group LLC • Stuart, FL • 07/2007 to Present

Principal/Chief Operations Officer, Investigation Agency, Public Adjusting (Insurance Investigation)

Providing Investigative Services, Operations Analysis, Risk Analysis, Financial - Project Cost Estimation, and Security Analysis - Systems and Physical Facilities in various industries, both local and Federal. Supporting catastrophic efforts required due to Manmade and Natural perils. The affects of perils, research, investigation, cause & origin analysis, systems and property assessment, and damage/construction estimation,. Successful recovery of residential, commercial and association funds. Partnering and subcontracting with other Agencies, due to growth through larger contractual demands, and referrals.

Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) – Jupiter, FL Consultant -2 Year - 40-60 hrs/wk 12/2016 – 12/2018

Industrial Specialist – Supervisor: Dino DeSanctis, Stratford HQ-DCMA Sikorsky Aircraft Company – 203-***-****

Developmental program specialist brought on board to facilitate and work with contractor integrated program team, and DCMA Program Integration Office and Contract Technical Office, to facilitate manufacturing outcomes that benefit DCMA and Contractor. Facilitated excellent relationships between contractor operations management, manufacturing, and especially industrial engineering. Provided Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) with contract required data. Completed Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification, Defense Acquisition University.

AHTNA Government Services Corporation · Hawaii & Pacific Rim, Honolulu, Hawaii · 08/2005 to 07/2007

A Native-owned SBA certified 8(a) disadvantaged corporation – eligible for awards under the Buy Indian Act with 5% Incentive Award to Prime Contractors. A Qualified contactor for the Federal Government of the USA, providing solutions for mission critical systems globally.

Operations Manager - Hawaii & Pacific Rim

Chief leadership and executive management accountability for establishing operations in Hawaii and Pacific Rim. Serve as key point-of-contact for corporate headquarters, with Department of Homeland Security – Transportation Security Administration.

Directed development, program & project management, contract negotiations and award of $519K Department of Homeland Security – Transportation Security Administration – Security Checkpoints – Kona International Airport (KOA) Contract. This endeavor entailed coordination with DHS/TSA HQ, Local Federal Security Director (FSD), Assistant Federal Security Director Operations (AFSD-OPS), State of Hawaii Airport Authority, Regional Airport Authority, Architects, Building Officials. Improved facilities, enhanced DHS/TSA operations, by streamlining passenger movement through screening process, reduced operational errors via standardization, and boosted raised TSA officers and passenger moral by providing excellent working conditions.

Directed development, contract negotiations, program & project management, and award of $100K to $1M Department of Defense – Defense Commissary Agency, Pearl Harbor, Kaneohe, Barbers Point, Hickam AFB, Schofield Barracks of Hawaii, Iwakuni, Sagamihara, Atsugi, Misawa of Japan, and multiple mainland U.S. locations Contracts.

Team member for development (Hawaii & Pacific Rim), contract negotiations and award of $100M Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) Indefinite Time and Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) USA-Western Region Contract.

Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration · 09/2002 to 08/2005

Aviation Operations Division, Western Area, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, and DHS-TSA HQ, Washington, DC

Federal Department created to provide security for all transportation systems of United States of America.

Program Analyst SV0343K (GS15), formerly Industrial Engineer SV0896K(GS15) · Hawaii & Pacific Islands

Leader senior engineer and technical specialist to assist with the initial federalization of security for U.S. transportation. Lead project and program manager for investigation, and implementation of security systems.

My threat assessment, risk evaluations, advanced information systems expertise, Knowledge of Federal Government Security Operations, and multimedia written and verbal communications, provided the skills necessary to assist the Department of Homeland Security – Transportation Security Administration during inception startup of transportation security Operations and Assessments; Mission Accomplished.

During the initial investigation and startup of Department of Energy - Second Line of Defense (SLD) Megaports Initiative (Nuclear Material Detection), I provide layout information on various ports in the Pacific, (Honolulu, Hawaii, and Guam) for the deployment and integration of the Radiological Protection Monitors (RPM), Advance Spectroscopic Portals (ASP), and Cargo Advanced Automated Radiography Systems (CARRSs). I also provide information for the Radio Frequency Identifier Program (RFI) between the USA and Japan.

Member of the Industrial Engineering Assessment/Investigative team that assessed, investigated, and audited transportation security & operational systems for effectiveness and efficiency. Established original staffing requirements (information system), and initiated operational start-up standards for USA airports in accordance with U.S. Congressional Mandate December 31, 2002. Measured, evaluated, planned, implemented (MEPI) staffing data for construction of TSA staffing plan utilizing Regal & GRA modeling software (U.S. Congressional Reporting Requirement). Government Accountability Office (GAO) stated the TSA Staffing Model was excellent, and has saved the Department of Homeland Security Billions of Dollars since its inception.

Introduced Lean Technology (Six Sigma) MEPI (Measurement, Evaluation of measurements, Planning derived from evaluations, and Implementation of plan) methodology, ensuring effective implementation of projects (Primavera & MS Project).

Received SF-50 Individual Cash Awards for Outstanding Performance, based on success.

Martin County School District, Stuart, FL · 03/1999 to 10/2001

Director of Facilities

Oversaw planning, analysis, and coordination of facilities operations and services. Directed the overall planning, development, and administration of 200 personnel in the areas of capital improvements, building maintenance and repair, procurement of property and supplies, preparation of bid specifications and evaluation, and management of contract compliance. Assisted in the direction of the development and implementation of departmental planning issues. Project & Program review officer for facilities programs, utilized Primavera & MS Project, including new construction, maintenance and facility development. Managed and developed annual budgets, including $10M for maintenance, $11M for remodeling and renovation and $69M for new construction.

Created innovative (information system) strategy for identifying and utilization of contract residual funds, that resulted in re-appropriation of funds in amounts that allowed construction of a new elementary school.

District Representative for fire, security, and safety issues; ensured compliance with codes and state regulations. Liaison EMA, FEMA emergency planning, NRC nuclear disaster planning.

O’Leary Brothers, Inc., Bunkie, LA · 01/1998 to 01/1999

Manufacturing of exterior building façade/signage for PEPSICO facilities: Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC.

Plant Manager (Consultant)

Managed 75 personnel, providing the leadership, mentoring and guidance for excellence. Analyzed production operations for manufacturing, including systems and facilities manufacturing flow, using industrial engineering expertise to streamline production. Developed and implemented Total Productivity Management (TPM) strategies for maximum effectiveness and optimum use of facilities and human and technical resources. Served as a consultant/industrial engineer responsible for analysis of production operations.

Developed and implemented strategies for maximum effectiveness and optimum efficient use of facilities. Redesign of plant layout, material, equipment juxtaposition analysis.

Improved third & fourth quarter production by 240 percent, with increasing profitability within initial capitalization.

Achieved optimal outcomes in production by recognizing inaccurate utilization of materials, tooling, and machine tools. Correcting the aforementioned improved units produced from 25 units to 62 units.

Siemens Corporation (Nuclear, Fossil, & Petro Chemical), New Orleans, LA · 01/1996 to 11/1997

(formerly Westinghouse Electric Corporation)

Plant Manager

Organized and managed daily activities of a $25M Energy Service Division power generation – Petrochemical Oil & Gas component repair and manufacturing facility. Established new customers, expanded business base, diversified into new business, renovated facilities and build a service team. Managed $25M budget, providing the strategic vision and planning for success improving productivity and meeting financial, quality and production goals.

Directed over 175 personnel, providing the leadership, mentoring and guidance for excellence and success. Followed all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements, promoting diverse workforce, accommodating

employees with disabilities. Ensured maximum use of staff resources to efficiently and economically meet and expand company goals. Planned and scheduled work, promoting smooth flow and even distribution, based on priorities. Explained performance expectations to employees, allowing employees to participate in discussions on methods of work accomplishment. Held employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments, appraising performance. Mentored and encouraged employees. Maintained a safe and healthful employee environment.

Ensured quality production of $25M product per year. Supported major domestic and international customers, including General Electric, Southern Co. Mississippi Power and Light, Entergy, International Paper Co., Murphy Oil Co., Shell Oil Co., Texaco and Signal Oil Co., providing exemplary customer service, effectively resolving all problems, developing strategies to improve customer satisfaction levels. Managed contracts with customers, representing company during negotiations and providing effective liaison between legal department and customer.

Represented company during contract negotiations with the International Association of Machinists (IAM). Based on excellent leadership, assisted IAM employees to petition the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to decertify Union representation, turning over representation to company management after elections – the only such decertification to happen in the country.

Introduced management of technology (MOT), Total Productivity Management (TPM), Total Quality Management, logistics, Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control (SPC), vastly improving quality of production. Implemented effective and efficient operational procedures and practices, improving productivity by 15%.

Diversified into new product lines/fields, adding $2.5M in new sales, increased site margin from 3% to 17%.

Recognized for success, winning two awards in one year as the most improved Westinghouse facility.

Boeing Corporation · Titusville, FL · FMP · KSC · 04/1985 to 09/1995

(Formerly - McDonnell Douglas Aerospace Corporation)

Manufacturing: Components for Commercial Aircraft: MD-10, MD-11, MD-80, MD-90, and Cruise Missile (air, land, sea launch), Harpoon Missile (anti-ship), Dragon Missile (anti-tank-bunker), SMAW Missile, Advance Concept Ejection Seat II (ACES II – Life Support System),.

Manager, Integrated Logistics Support, & Branch Manager Plant Engineering (Facilities)

Directed major programs, successfully guiding transfer of the $100M US Air Force Advanced Concept Ejection Seat (ACESII) Jet Fighter Ejection seat from California to Florida, and a $2B joint venture and production of commercial MD80 and MD90 aircraft international technology transfer with the Peoples Republic of China’s Shanghai Aviation Industrial Corporation. Represented Boeing for all contract negotiations, using effective communication skills to develop win-win contracts.

Managed 100 personnel, providing the leadership, mentoring and guidance for excellence and success. Followed all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements, promoting diverse workforce, accommodating employees with disabilities. Ensured maximum use of staff resources to efficiently and economically meet and expand company goals. Planned and scheduled work, promoting smooth flow and even distribution, based on priorities. Explained performance expectations to employees, allowing employees to participate in discussions on methods of work accomplishment. Held employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments, appraising performance. Mentored and encouraged employees. Maintained a safe and healthful employee environment.

Implemented Total Productivity Model (TPM) = (Six Sigma +), combining input from labor, management, material, capital, energy and other resources to determine actual cost of items produced.

Managed and coordinated entire ACESII production transfer for B2, F22, F117, B1A, F18, F16, F15, F14, F4 and A10 aircraft, including project liaison, strategic planning, logistics support, facilities layout design, construction, process flow analysis, operations, support, computerization and training, providing the vision and leadership for success. Received Teammate of Distinction Awards for completion of project ahead of schedule and under budget with no loss of manufacturing production and customer delivery schedules.

Designed and developed innovative systems, including justification, acquisition and setup of computerized acquisition logistics support, complying with US government computer acquisition support standards (ILSA Mil Std 1322A), saving 250K.

Used TPM model, using other quality metrics and methodologies, including Quality Flow Diagrams (QFD), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma, ISO-9000, Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II), Just in Time (JIT), Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), Computer-Aided Acquisition and Logistics Support (CALS), Data Flow Analysis (DFA) and Design for Maintainability (DFM), achieving a total cost reduction of 12% while reducing manufacturing cycle time from 408 to 232 hours.

Siemens Corporation (Nuclear, Fossil, & Petro Chemical) Winston-Salem, NC · 04/1972 to 04/1981

(formerly Westinghouse Electric Corporation)

Production Planning and Control Supervisor (Outage Senior Division Planner),

Planned and scheduled turbine and generator system manufacture at multiple corporate manufacturing facilities. Managed outage teams, providing the leadership for effective outage project execution.

Initiated and designed multi-plant lean manufacturing and logistics models, using advanced information systems technology, including the Planning Requirements Management Information System (PREMIS). Certified aircraft engine - turbine blade manufacturer; American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) planning requirements equipment and manufacturing system and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Introduced quality control techniques, including Statistical Process Control (SPC)(Six Sigma), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) and International Standards Organization (ISO).

Implemented Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) computer scheduling and inventory control system.

Utilizing the aforementioned information systems, quality control systems, and manufacturing programs provided me with advanced skills that led to the development of the Corporate Planned and Forced Outage Service Stock Program, effectively working with project engineering and field service staff. Reduced forced outages service parts lead time from 10 to 6 weeks, with customers realizing savings up to $15M each occurrence.

Project Engineer (Planning/Scheduling/Liaison) The Quadrangle, Orlando, FL · 04/1981 to 04/1985

Developed building layout for $15M Orlando Steam Turbine Generator Division headquarter, using engineering expertise. Created Computer Aided Design (CAD) database depicting “as-built” conditions, used Primavera & MS Project resulting in completing project 6 months ahead of schedule, saving $1M in construction costs.

MILITARY

U.S. Army, · 7/1969 to 2/1972

Quartermaster, Integrated Logistic Support Specialist, E-5

Neu Ulm, Germany/DaNang &/Quang Tri, Vietnam / Fort Lee, VA / Fort Bragg, NC

Managed first (information system) computerized stock control & accounting operation in US Army (P1-A Nuclear missile), quickly accelerating to Specialist 5 level within one year of enlistment, based on aptitude, leadership and expertise, graduating first in class in both basic and quartermaster training. Selected for promotion again to E-6 prior to discharge, based on success.

HONORS & AWARDS

DHS/TSA-Standard Form 50 (SF50)-Two Individual Cash Award’s - Outstanding Performance: 06/20 & 11/14 2004

Boeing Corporation, Teammate of Distinction Award’s – Outstanding Performance, two awards: 1990 & 1992

REFERENCES

John Haddox - Martin County Commissioner - District 5, Martin County Veterans Council Chairman - 772-***-****, *********@*****.***

Adolf P. Sgambelluri, Colonel, USMC (Ret); Chief of Police Guam; Department of Homeland Security – Transportation Security Administration, Federal Security Director-Guam; Chief Executive Officer(CEO) Investigative Agency International Corporation 671-***-**** ******@*****.***

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