Edwin Pomales
Diesel Mechanic
Summary
Air Force Veteran with more than a decade of experience in personnel management, crisis management, and process improvement. Proven expertise in building exceptional teams and optimizing organizational operations. Extensive technical knowledge and mechanical aptitude. Hands-on experience in large-scale production environments and high-volume manufacturing facilities, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining safety as a top priority. Well-versed, adaptable, and eager to assume additional tasks. Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate complex concepts make this individual a valuable team player, always ready to contribute to the team's growth and success. Seeking a position that allows leveraging expertise while gaining experience to help the teams thrive and achieve new heights in the industry.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Production Support Manager
United States Air Force
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained records, updates, and tool accountabilities supporting the shop's demands to comply with mission tasks.
Production Support Manager
United States Air Force
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated with Base Supply to obtain parts and supplies to repair AGE equipment and ordered hazardous materials as required to sustain flight demands and mission readiness.
Quality Control Inspector
United States Air Force
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Conducted routine inspections for audit trails, ensuring that products and processes adhere to Air Force policies, requirements, and regulations. Identified quality issues, documented non-conformances, and worked with other teams to resolve problems and prevent future occurrences. Developed and implemented quality control processes and training programs. Inspected equipment to ensure accurate measurements.
Inspection Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on AGE to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety regulations. Trained junior technicians on various equipment, ensuring qualifications were met.
Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Documented maintenance actions, tracked equipment status, and maintained accurate records of maintenance and repairs using automated systems. Trained junior technicians, preparing equipment for storage or deployment.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Dispatch Manager
United States Air Force
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Streamlined communication processes for better coordination between drivers, customers, and allied shops to support flightline operations.
Environmental Program Manager
United States Air Force
03.2009 - 04.2012
- Coordinated with Base Supply to obtain HAZMAT to repair AGE equipment and accomplish other support functions. Maintained updated Safety Data Sheets (SDS) on all hazardous materials used by flight personnel. Ensured recyclables and hazardous waste products were stored and disposed of per OSHA guidelines.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
02.2007 - 03.2009
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting thorough inspections and routine maintenance on aerospace ground support equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - AS - Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
Community College of The Air Force
06.2020
Associate of Science - AS - Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
Automeca Technical College-Ponce
01.2005
Skills
- Communication
- People Management
- Maintenance and repairs
- Mechanical systems
- Preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting skills
- Product quality assurance
Certification
Universal refrigerant certification
Timeline
Production Support Manager
United States Air Force
08.2024 - Current
Production Support Manager
United States Air Force
08.2023 - 08.2024
Quality Control Inspector
United States Air Force
08.2020 - 08.2023
Inspection Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2015 - 08.2020
Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force
05.2013 - 06.2015
Aerospace Ground Equipment Dispatch Manager
United States Air Force
05.2012 - 05.2013
Environmental Program Manager
United States Air Force
03.2009 - 04.2012
Aerospace Ground Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
02.2007 - 03.2009
Associate of Science - AS - Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
Automeca Technical College-Ponce
Associate of Science - AS - Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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