Kayla Whitcomb
Norfolk
Summary
Accomplished Maritime professional with 8 years of history piloting diverse vessels. Leverages in-depth navigation skills combined with knowledge of local weather, tides and conditions to execute safe and efficient operations. Versed in ship-to-shore communication with expertise in maritime rescue operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Specialist
Q.E.D. Systems
San Diego, CA
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement engineering solutions for complex projects.
- Streamlined design processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing project turnaround times.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Conducted thorough analysis of engineering specifications to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Boatswain's Mate
Navy
La Mesa, CA
10.2015 - 02.2023
- Conducted vessel maintenance to drive operational readiness for patrolling, law enforcement and search and rescue operations.
- Supervised deck, superstructure, and bridge maintenance, including setting schedules and monitoring performance.
- Managed cargo loading, unloading, and storage to maintain conformance to procedures.
- Oversaw work of crew members repairing and replacing ship-board gear and equipment.
- Leveraged hoists, cranes and winches to load cargo gangplanks and stand watch for security navigation and communication.
- Operated and maintained heavy equipment to load and unload fuel, ammunition and other hazardous materials.
- Delegated vessel responsibilities to crew members to safely navigate and comply with company policy and procedures.
- Applied thoughtful risk assessment to presented conditions and responded quickly using safest course of action.
- Participated in over [Number] law enforcement vessel inspections to support safety of boating community and surrounding environment.
- Monitored working aspects of ship's domain to promote safe working environments for crew members.
- Interpreted navigation equipment readings, as well as charts, maps and weather reports, to inform route selection and ship movements.
- Supervised and delegated tasks to crew members, providing detailed instructions to execute ship functions.
- Shared ship operations data through ship-to-shore radio communication.
- Prevented unsafe operations by expertly managing ships under navigational control.
- Prevented unsafe operations with strong navigational control.
- Maintained ship logs, developed nautical maps and oversaw vessel cargo storage.
- Verified safety and readiness of vessel with regular inspections.
- Maintained vessel security by expertly tracking access and activities.
- Arranged restocking, refueling and repairs during docked periods.
- Managed vessel operations, navigating routes, controlling steering and resolving propulsion issues.
- Supported emergency response management and contributed to maritime rescue functions. Assisted approaching and departing vessels with docking and undocking procedures.
- Supervised cargo storage and transportation to maintain proper balance and manage efficient movements.
- Leveraged knowledge of local conditions, including weather, water depths and tides, to maintain accurate vessel navigation.
- Provide assistance to vessels approaching or leaving seacoasts, navigating harbors, or docking and undocking.
- Kept vessel well-stocked, clean and ready for expected demands.
- Coordinated work for crew of [Number] aboard vessels.
- Oversaw expert repairs to boats, ship-board equipment and crew gear.
- Navigated ship courses to avoid hazards using navigational aids, lighthouses or buoys.
- Readied crew for emergencies by conducting regular drills.
- Stood watch in [Type] area and logged activities.
- Directed work of crew members keeping ship operational and on-course.
- Served as vessel's docking master, guiding ships in and out of berths and communicating with tugboats captains for assistance.
- Managed cargo loading, unloading and storage to maintain conformance to procedures.
Supply Technician
M1 Support Services
Springfield, Illinois
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Planned and conducted studies on utilization of property within functional or specialty areas.
- Entered receiving information into inventory tracking software and identified discrepancies.
- Managed supply labeling system and maintained logs for official records.
- Loaded correct items onto delivery trucks according to prepared manifest.
- Confirmed and validated packing list to purchase orders to match condition, quantities and descriptions.
- Received incoming shipments of supplies, instruments and equipment.
- Oversaw accurate filing and tracking systems with complete documentation for deliveries, back orders and missing items.
- Researched item histories through receipts, shipments and classification.
- Predicted and controlled logistics operations using analytical models.
- Remotely monitored flow of vehicles and inventory using web-based logistics information systems to track vehicles and containers.
- Assessed integrity of receiving, storage and shipping by monitoring inventory transactions.
- Compiled, organized and reviewed logistics data with [Software] database.
- Computed and reported on metrics like delivery and order fulfillment rates.
- Monitored inventory flow and deliveries remotely with logistics information systems.
- Coordinated economical and environmentally-friendly transportation of [Type] goods.
- Improved logistics planning and execution by integrating new industry practices.
- Communicated with ocean carriers, global consolidators and trucking companies.
- Stayed on top of trends by regularly analyzing areas like costs and deliveries.
Rigger
Lead Staffing
San Diego, CA
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Controlled equipment movements in narrow or confined areas with skilled use of chain falls, gin poles and gallows frames.
- Supervised rigging needs of special events and performances with complete safety.
- Assisted with [Type] production by coordinating movements of large sets through systems of ropes, vehicles and pulleys.
- Planned movements expertly based on type, size and required path of each load.
- Helped workers reach heights by setting up scaffolding and dismantling work at end of each job.
- Fabricated and attached fittings to [Type] lines using hydraulic ram and correct dies.
- Managed movement of equipment, tools and related materials for [Type] plants.
- Directed safe movement of heavy equipment through narrow spaces with use of chainfalls, gin poles and gallows frames.
- Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to verify safety of workers and materials.
- Controlled movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces using chain falls, gin poles and gallows frames.
- Reduced shifting risk by carefully aligning, leveling and anchoring machinery.
- Minimized damage to rigging between jobs, dismantling and storing pieces when not in use.
- Secured pulleys and blocks to beams and ceilings with properly sides bolts and clamps.
- Supported [Type] operations by preparing safe and secure rigging, support structures and pulling gear.
- Approached and solved problems with initiative and sound judgment.
- Protected workers with clear hand and verbal signals for each load movement.
- Assisted with log yarding by installing ground rigging and attaching chokers to logs and lines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenview High School
Greenview, Illinois05-2013
Bachelors - Criminal Justice
ECPI
Virginia Beach01-2027
Skills
- Pricing negotiation
- Demand forecasting
- Shipment consolidation
- Route optimization
- Transportation planning
- Relationship building
- Coordination
- Time management
- Team work
- Self-starter
- Task prioritization
- Innovative thinking
- Advanced problem solving
- Simulation modeling
Timeline
Engineering Specialist
Q.E.D. Systems
02.2024 - 09.2024
Supply Technician
M1 Support Services
04.2022 - 08.2022
Rigger
Lead Staffing
10.2020 - 02.2021
Boatswain's Mate
Navy
10.2015 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Greenview High School
Bachelors - Criminal Justice
ECPI