Matt Birtwistle
Stoneham
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in production planning, software systems, and unmanned technologies. Proven track record of optimizing manufacturing workflows, managing supply chain logistics, and driving on-time delivery in fast-paced environments. Adept at leveraging software tools for data analysis, scheduling, and process automation. Skilled in the development, integration, and operational deployment of unmanned systems, including UAVs and autonomous platforms. Strong communicator with a cross-functional mindset and a focus on efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner / Analyst
Textron Weapon Systems
10.2022 - 04.2025
- Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
- Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
- Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
- Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management.
- Analyzed daily, weekly, and monthly data sets to identify trends, bottlenecks, and used tools such as Excel, and Visual Bi
- Extracted, cleaned, and manipulated large datasets from various sources to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Tracked key performance indicators such as yield, efficiency, downtime, and defect rates and reported on performance against target goals.
- Responsible for buying, and managing classified computer software for various DOD and Textron programs.
Supply Chain Logistics / Dispatch
GPC / NAPA
10.2013 - 05.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Responsible for operations of incoming and outgoing orders to customers.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Managed between 6 and 15 people during the course of the week or season.
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
03.2008 - 08.2012
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Developed cohesion among team members through regular team-building exercises and open communication.
- Mentored junior soldiers on career progression opportunities within the Infantry field, providing guidance on promotion paths and required qualifications for advancement.
- Coordinated with higher command echelons for resource allocation, sharing valuable intel from ground-level observations to inform decision-making processes.
- Identified issues between soldiers and successfully resolved problems through active listening and interpersonal communication.
- Supervised and led squad of 8 soldiers, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty, and integrity.
- Ensured mission success with thorough planning, preparation, and execution of tactical operations.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Enhanced overall unit readiness by conducting individual skill assessments and providing targeted coaching.
- Collaborated with other squad leaders to develop cohesive strategies for joint missions and training exercises.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Conducted regular physical fitness tests to ensure optimal performance levels among squad members during strenuous activities or combat situations.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the squad, consistently seeking ways to optimize processes and increase efficiency.
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- participated in and conducted over 400 combat operations throughout Iraq. Planning and leading various operations throughout.
Education
Master of Science - Unmanned And Autonomous Systems
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Software Development
Champlain College
Burlington, VT05-2018
Web Programming
Champlain College
Burlington, VT05-2017
Certificate - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute
Norwood, MA12-2007
Skills
- C/C
- Python
- Microsoft Suit
- MatLab
- SQL
- PHP
- Team collaborations
- Scheduling
- Material requirements planning
- Data analysis
- Supply chain management
- Cost reduction
Current Secret security clearance
Current and active Secret security clearance, with no conflicts upgrading to higher clearance if necessary. Previously held a TS / SCI Clearance
Timeline
Production Planner / Analyst
Textron Weapon Systems
10.2022 - 04.2025
Supply Chain Logistics / Dispatch
GPC / NAPA
10.2013 - 05.2022
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
03.2008 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Unmanned And Autonomous Systems
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor of Science - Software Development
Champlain College
Web Programming
Champlain College
Certificate - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute
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