Kenneth G Elwell Jr.
McAlester, Oklahoma 74501
Phone # 405-***-****
Alt Phone # 918-***-****
E-Mail # *********@*******.***
COVER LETTER
I am a very hard working and dedicated worker who always aspires to do the very best job, no matter what the task at hand may be. Long hours required to accomplish the task at hand, are never questioned, and only expected if needed. I strive to cut costs in all areas, if possible, without lowering quality, because time is very valuable, so it must always be spent wisely.With successful experience in personnel management and aircraft maintenance. Lead team members by example. Empasize importance on quality and integrity of parts and assemblies used in production, repair, and maintenance of aircraft. Maintain conformance with all safety regulations through monitoring and education of staff.
OBJECTIVE
A career position of increasing responsibility that will utilize my talents, skills, and working experience in all areas. Well versed in the field of mechanic applications especially in aircraft, seeking a secure position in a well-established organization to apply my acquired skills and experience towards professional growth and development .
Summary of Skills:
Extensive knowledge of methods of repairing, installing and maintaining components of aircraft sheet metal
Comprehensive knowledge of installing, manufacturing, repairing and fabrication of titanium, high strength and fiberglass
Skilled in performing inspection, repairs and modifications on aircraft components.
- Expertise in all tools needed for performance of daily operations.
Ability to understand and interpret documents related to technical manuals, diagrams and safety rules
Possess sound language, mathematical
and communication skills.
Install and repair, and replace a variety of subassemblies on varied aircraft.
- Make use of extensive knowledge in areas of aerospace structural technologies to guarantee highest levels of quality assurance and that regulations are met.
- Operate hand and power equipment.
EMPLOYMENT
October 2007 to January 2011
SMICO Manufacturing Co.LLC
500 N MacArthor Blbd
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73127
Phone# 405-***-****
The daily duties of a layout technition involves the use of blueprints, tape measures,right angles, protractors, micrometers, sheers, brakes, burn table, plasma cutter, wet saw, punch and drill presses, and an assortment of hand power tools, to produce metal parts for machines.
August 2005 to June 2007
Big E’s, LLC
Hwy 31 & Blocker/Crowder Rd
Blocker, Oklahoma 74502
Phone# 918-***-****
As Manager of Big E’s LLC, I was responsible for all daily operations. Employee and customer
relations, accounting, Inventory control, merchandise ordering, cashier, restocking, maintenance, and security.
June 2004 to August 2005
Simonton Windows
401 Steven Taylor Blvd
McAlester Oklahoma 74502
Phone# 918-***-****
Work included all aspects of manufacturing windows. Duties ranged from cutting and measuring glass to running numerous machines. Inventory control and building maintenance were also utilized.
November 2003 to February 2004
Anything’s Possible Innovations
540 Peachy Ct.
Paso Robles, CA. 93446
Labor duties include manufacturing multiple types of thermoplastic and metal braces by way of making and modifying positive and negative casts of limbs. Leatherwork
and use of other, always sewn, materials often used. Understanding corrective drawings a must. Duties also included lamination, finishing, and transferring of sockets into dynamic alignment. Knowledge of correct use of job specific tools needed.
July 1987 to March 2002
Gulfstream Aerospace Technologies
7400 NW 50th
Bethany, Oklahoma
Phone# 405-***-****
Skill diversity facilitated being assigned an increasing level of responsibility across multiple classifications. Introduced and advocated Quality in Process (Q.I.P.) concept later adopted and implemented company wide. Upon request, advised management on production operations, problem solving issues, and job allocation matching specific job demands to worker skill set.
Promoted to: Labor Grade 3 Structure Mechanic / Drivematic Operator (January 1997 to March 2002)
Responsibilities include setup and assembly of a large assortment of aircraft parts. Primary duty was running drivematic machine. All aspects of job require knowledge
of blueprint language, rivet types, use of sealers, and a working experience of many specialty tools associated with assembly. Received several performance awards for both time and cost reductions in day-to-day production activities. Communication skills promoted ideas, helping to direct daily operations.
Promoted to: Labor Grade 4 Senior Router Operator (October 1992 to January 1997)
Duties included fabricating aircraft parts by using blueprints, set-back-router-jigs, templates, drills, hand routers, radial arm routers, and occasionally skill saws and band saws. Developed numerous time saving devices of which saved over tens of thousands of dollars by cutting cost involved in labor and materials. Developed a worker friendly workbench.
Promoted to: Labor Grade 4 Fiberglass Fabricator / Drivematic Operator (December 1989 to October 1992)
Job tasks were manufacturing fiberglass floorboards by use of precision table saw, decor apparatus, drivematic machine, and a hydraulic squeeze. Promoted numerous ideas and one belief of being able to achieve maximum quantity with quality, within the operating efficiency of any working environment.
Labor Grade 5 Senior Parts Fabricator (July 1987 to December 1989)
Work required knowledge of deburr specs, proper use of sand paper types and all specific tools used in drilling and edging different material type parts.
May 1986 to July 1987
Union Iron Works/BMAC SUPPLY
836 E Carl Albert Pkwy
McAlester, Oklahoma 74501
Phone# 918-***-****
Warehouseman/Delivery Driver
Responsibilities included inventory control, order filling, truck delivery, warehouse security, and building maintenance.
December 1982 to October 1985
United States Army
Fort Ord, California
13 B Cannon Crewman
Basic Training: Fort Sill, Oklahoma
Duties included ordinance training, facility and equipment maintenance, typing, and communications. Awarded Expert Medals in Marksmanship and Hand Grenade. Honorable discharge. Additional training: Electronics.
EDUCATION ,TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION.
Francis Tuttle Vo-Tech
Orthotic Technician completion date 2/13/03
Clinical Rotation preformed at:
Hanger Prosthetics & Orthotics
4301 North Classen Blvd Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73118
Phone # 405-***-****
Prosthetic Technician completion date 10/13/03
Clinical Rotation preformed at:
VAMC Prosthetics 635/121
921 NE 13th Street
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73104
Phone # 405-***-**** Ext # 5612
University of Central Oklahoma
43 hours of basic courses
Eastern Oklahoma State College
13 hours of basic courses
McAlester High School
1981 GRADUATE
OTHER ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS
Youth Mentoring Programs through coaching in sports
Youth Bible class teacher
Adult Bible class teacher
Promotion of energy conservation
United Way Good Will Ambassador
Ongoing Independent skill development
Computing Technologies and application
Development and Delivery of Training Programs
Academic and Athletic audiences
Age specific language and demonstrations