Robert Hughes
Wilmington
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in maintenance operations, specializing in safety protocols and team training. Known for implementing process improvements that significantly boost productivity and compliance with military standards. Dynamic team leader with extensive experience in supervising maintenance operations and ensuring safety compliance. Proven track record in implementing process improvements and training junior staff, leading to increased productivity and enhanced team performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Work Center Supervisor
USMC MCAS Cherry Point
Havelock
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Supervised daily operations of maintenance and repair tasks for aircraft systems.
- Coordinated schedules and workloads among team members to ensure efficiency.
- Trained junior staff on safety protocols and best practices in the work center.
- Conducted inspections to maintain compliance with military standards and regulations.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow and productivity within the team.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project execution.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies when needed or disposing of excess materials.
- Provided direction to staff regarding job duties, safety protocols, and customer service expectations.
Assistant Work Center Supervisor
USMC MCAS Cherry Point
Havelock
09.2010 - 08.2011
- Coordinated workflow among teams to meet mission requirements efficiently.
- Trained personnel on safety protocols and operational procedures for equipment.
- Managed inventory to ensure availability of necessary tools and supplies.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback for development.
- Directly supervised and performed inspections on many maintenance hours.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel data such as timecards, attendance logs.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
Station Ordnance Quality Assurance Safety Observer
USMC MCAS Iwakuni
Iwakuni
01.2009 - 07.2010
- Performed visual inspections of aircraft and equipment to ensure safety readiness.
- Trained and supervised personnel on proper segregation of ordnance and hazmat.
- Conducted weekly hazmat inspections to verify compliance with storage regulations.
- Assisted in training junior observers on operational standards and best practices.
- Supervised operation of aviation ordnance shops, armories and storage facilities.
- Maintained airborne weapons, aircraft guns and targets and operated magazine sprinkler systems.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Received, stored, inspected and issued a variety of ordnance material such as bombs, missiles, rockets and small arms ammunition.
Aviation Ordnanceman
USMC
Havelock
07.2006 - 01.2009
- Loaded and unloaded ordnance on aircraft during operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on aircraft weapons systems such as loading, unloading, testing, inspecting, and arming and disarming munitions.
- Inspected and maintained aviation munitions for safety and compliance.
- Coordinated with flight crews to ensure correct munitions availability.
- Performed safety checks on all aviation-related equipment prior to use or operation.
- Operated specialized equipment for handling hazardous materials safely.
- Worked effectively with fellow team members in fast-paced, dangerous and intense environments.
- Organized and maintained inventory of ordnance materials in a secure manner.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - EMT Basic
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC12-2025
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School
Goshen, OH05-2006
Skills
- Emergency response
- Incident command system
- CPR certification
- First aid training
- First aid administration
- Safety compliance
- Risk management
- Radiological monitoring
- Hazardous materials handling
- CBRN operations
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Environmental compliance
- Team leadership
- Team coordination
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Crisis management
- Leadership skills
- Training and development
- Conflict resolution
- Empathy and compassion
Certification
- EMT-Basic
- Combat Marksmanship Coach
- Combat Life Saver
Timeline
Work Center Supervisor
USMC MCAS Cherry Point
08.2011 - 08.2014
Assistant Work Center Supervisor
USMC MCAS Cherry Point
09.2010 - 08.2011
Station Ordnance Quality Assurance Safety Observer
USMC MCAS Iwakuni
01.2009 - 07.2010
Aviation Ordnanceman
USMC
07.2006 - 01.2009
Some College (No Degree) - EMT Basic
Cape Fear Community College
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School