Chia Thao
Minneapolis
Summary
Dynamic Production Superintendent with 20 years of strong team leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills. Experience in developing training programs and driving process improvements that reduce waste and increase efficiency, contributing to strategic decision-making and operational success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Production Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
Lakewood
09.2019 - Current
- Optimized workflow by managing production schedules to achieve operational targets.
- Enhanced communication between production and supply chain teams through cross-functional collaboration.
- Reduced waste and increased efficiency by implementing process improvement initiatives.
- Developed training programs that improved team leadership and operational skills.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to production plans and timelines.
- Created detailed reports on production metrics to support management reviews.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through team engagement and feedback.
Technical Training Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
Wichita Falls
09.2015 - 09.2019
- Designed and developed technical training curricula to enhance learner engagement and knowledge retention.
- Facilitated hands-on workshops to improve technical skills and application of concepts in real-world scenarios.
- Evaluated trainee performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure training content remained relevant and up-to-date.
- Created instructional materials, including manuals and multimedia presentations, to support training initiatives.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure training programs met operational requirements and personnel needs.
Aircraft Maintenance Craftsman and Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
Fairfield
03.2012 - 09.2015
- Performed routine inspections on aircraft systems to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Executed maintenance schedules to optimize aircraft availability and minimize downtime during operational missions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex aircraft technical issues.
- Documented maintenance procedures and inspections in accordance with regulatory guidelines and best practices.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to assess aircraft systems and identify repair needs efficiently.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Wichita
08.2007 - 03.2012
- Performed routine maintenance tasks to ensure optimal aircraft performance and compliance with operational standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex aircraft issues, enhancing operational readiness.
- Executed maintenance scheduling to ensure timely completion of inspections and repairs, minimizing downtime.
- Documented repair procedures and maintenance activities to maintain accurate aircraft records and compliance.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to analyze aircraft performance data and identify maintenance needs.
- Implemented corrective actions for identified discrepancies, ensuring aircraft met safety and performance standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Instructor in Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics System Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2013
Skills
- Production scheduling
- Process improvement
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operational efficiency
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Continuous improvement
- Stakeholder engagement
Certification
Community College of The Air Force Instructor Certificate Level 1 & 2
Timeline
Production Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2019 - Current
Technical Training Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2015 - 09.2019
Aircraft Maintenance Craftsman and Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2012 - 09.2015
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2007 - 03.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Instructor in Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics System Technology
Community College of The Air Force