Michael Dodd

760-***-**** ad1zs1@r.postjobfree.com Wichita, KS 67201

SUMMARY

Forward-thinking leader with solid history of accomplishment in logistics settings. Keeps operations smooth and consistent to maintain company stability and sustainability. Articulate and personable leader with excellent program management, strategic planning and operational oversight abilities. SKILLS

Supply Chain Management

Personnel Management

Program/Project management

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Program Leadership

Logistics Operations

Process Improvement

Risk Analysis and Management

Human Resource Management

Partnerships and Resource Mobilization

KPI Analysis

Risk Mitigation

Root Cause Analysis

Contract Analysis

Compliance Analysis

Deadline Adherence

Manufacturing Resource Planning MRP

EXPERIENCE

Materiel Readiness Director, Marine Forces Reserve, June 2020-June 2023 New Orleans, LA

Served as principal advisor for policies and procedures for maintenance support of major weapon systems, military equipment, and facilities throughout 166 sites across 48 states to ensure compliance of all Federal, DOD, State, and local regulations on all matters pertaining to materiel readiness.

Established and maintained maintenance policies and programs that were managerially and technologically sound and adequately resourced to maintained the appropriate levels of equipment readiness required to accomplish assigned missions. Provided functional expertise for centralized maintenance policies and management oversight.

Supervised inspection teams to perform detailed analyses of organizations throughout the united states.

Managed all interservice and outside agency logistics contracts to maximize readiness of operating forces.

Developed on-line curriculum and implemented distance learning throughout the organization in order to reduce travel costs and key personnel being away from their work space.

Conducted military and civilian employee performance evaluations. Maintained accurate records related to personnel files, payroll, inventory, budgeting. Analyzed data trends related to readiness and forecasted impacts to operations in order to brief the Commanding General.

Conducted a business case study on a centralized organic calibration program that lead to the outsourcing of all assets to 64 geographically separated facilities which saved nearly $800k annually in shipping and reduced customer wait time by 87%. Tracked project schedules and ensured teams complete tasks on time while staying on budget.

Analyzed key performance indicators to identify logistical shortfalls and mitigate operational risks.

Company Commander, 9th Communication Battalion, June 2019-June 2020 Oceanside, CA

Developed, implemented and enforced policies and procedures to ensure the safety of personnel.

Conducted training for subordinate leaders in order to enhance mission readiness. Evaluated individual and collective training exercises for effectiveness. Managed daily operations of the company including administrative functions. Provided direct operational and maintenance support including motor transport, heavy Equipment, power generations

Supervised staff members in their duties and provided performance evaluations for senior staff members.

Maintained contact with higher headquarters on matters related to personnel, logistics, and operations.

Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.

Maintained combat readiness of 6 officers and more than 275 Marines and Sailors. Company Commander, 1st Maintenance Battalion, June 2017-June 2019 Oceanside, CA

Developed, implemented and enforced policies and procedures to ensure the safety and compliance of more than 450 Marines, Sailors, and civilian employees. Coordinated with outside agencies to facilitate mission accomplishment for more than 36,000 operational forces throughout the west coast.

Managed the Intermediate Maintenance and Supply programs for all west coast forces to include world wide deployed units.

Managed daily operations of the company including all maintenance, supply, and administrative functions.

Supervised the inventory of more than $175,000,000 in secondary reparable parts, controlled cryptographic items, and government property.

Prepared and briefed high level reports and story boards for congressional level decision making.

Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality. Identified mission requirements, established a statement of work, and drafted a $5M a year civilian contract that provided continuity and increased throughput capability to the intermediate maintenance and supply mission.

Site Coordinator, Marine Forces Reserve, June 2013-June 2017 Wichita, KS

Served as the senior Marine Corps Officer in the state of Kansas charged with ensuring the safety, accountability, payroll, and training of personnel along with inventory control of military equipment, government property, and controlled cryptographic items. Scheduled maintenance tasks with outside agencies to ensure all equipment and all government property was functioning properly.

Established policies, procedures and guidelines for the operation of the site. Provided training opportunities for existing staff in order to enhance their skillset and mentored new employees on maintenance protocols, processes and procedures. Negotiated local support agreements with private owned companies to provide transportation, heavy equipment lift, and vehicle recovery at a firm fixed price throughout the region.

Coordinated all funeral honors details, and personally delivered all casualty notifications for the region.

Established and maintained constant communication with state and local agencies along with regional media outlets to conduct community relations within the greater Wichita area. Analyst Team Lead, Field Supply and Maintenance Analysis Office, June 2011-June 2013 Oceanside, CA

Operated as a direct representative of the Deputy Commandant to inspect and report on organizations west of the Mississippi river to ensure they were in compliance with DOD regulations pertaining to supply, maintenance, security, safety, training, and mishap reporting. Deployed to Afghanistan as a team leader to develop a comprehensive retrograde plan for more than a billion dollars worth of Marine Corps assets in theater. This included evaluating equipment's total lifecycle value and identifying equipment that was not cost effective to retrograde.

Developed and reported key performance indicators to track progress against goals. Analyzed customer data to identify trends and develop insights for strategic decision-making. Maintenance Management Officer, 9th Communication Battalion, May 2010-June 2011 Oceanside, CA

Managed Materiel Readiness of more than 13,000 pieces of communication, transportation, and engineering assets spread out over eight geographic locations including those aboard U.S. ships and deployed in combat operations.

Developed preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment, machinery and buildings. Reviewed safety policies, regulations, procedures and practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Deployed to Afghanistan as the Logistics Detachment Commander in charge of all transportation, engineering, power generation/distribution, and maintenance activity in support of the communication network for western Afghanistan. Designed a 450 kw backup communication network power grid that enabled seamless communications to key personnel including medevac networks during regional power failure. Conducted routine internal inspections of all maintenance and supply departments to identify potential compliance violations, dangerous work environments, and high risk business practices.

Platoon Commander, 9th Communication Battalion, July 2007-May 2010 Oceanside, CA

Managed daily operations of a platoon consisting of over 150 personnel. Ensured personnel were trained and prepared for combat missions. Deployed to Iraq as the Logistics Detachment Commander responsible for all transportation, engineering, maintenance, and power generation/distribution for the Marine Corps' largest communication network in theater.

Developed a blanket licensing agreement with Dell computers to allow U.S. service members to become certified technicians and conduct component level repairs in combat. Maintained accountability of personnel, equipment, and supplies. Monitored performance of subordinate leaders and provided feedback as needed. Led multiple patrols into hostile areas while ensuring safety protocols were followed. Organized logistics support for field operations including transportation, food, fuel. Created detailed after action reports outlining successes and failures from each mission. Maintenance Chief, 1st Marine Division Headquarters, March 2003-May 2007 Oceanside, CA

Performed routine maintenance on facility equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance.

Conducted regular inspections of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and structural components of the building to identify any deficiencies or potential problems. Developed preventive maintenance schedules and procedures to reduce downtime and maximize equipment longevity.

Ensured compliance with all applicable safety regulations while performing repairs or installations.

Created reports detailing work performed, cost estimates and other relevant information. Assisted in developing budgets for the maintenance department based on current workloads and projected costs.

Manufacturing Production Supervisor, Intel Corporation, November 2000-March 2003 Tempe, AZ

Directed daily production operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective workflow. Monitored and maintained quality control standards, ensuring that products met customer requirements.

Coordinated the maintenance of equipment, tools, and facilities to maximize efficiency. Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions. Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries. Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.

Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles. Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.

Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.

Calibration Technician, United States Marine Corps, February 1995-February 2001 Oceanside, CA

Conducted calibration traceability to National Institute of Standards and Technology standards.

Maintained calibration database records accurately reflecting the current condition of all instruments calibrated.

Performed calibrations on a variety of test and measurement equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, thermometers and pressure gauges. Reviewed customer specifications and requirements to determine appropriate calibration methods and techniques.

Interpreted drawings, schematics, manuals, technical documents, blueprints and other related materials in order to identify specific instrument types for calibration. Developed automated procedures for testing instrumentation used in production processes to ensure quality control compliance with applicable regulations. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Expeditionary Warfare School

Marine Corps University, Quantico VA 2013

The Basic School

Marine Corps University, Quantico VA May 2007

Staff Academy

Marine Corps University, Quantico, VA February 2006 Some College (No Degree)

Business Administration and Management, Western International University, Tempe AZ CERTIFICATIONS

FEMA Emergency Management and Hazardous Material identification trained. Project Management training certification from Syracuse University. ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Two Meritorious Service Medals

Three Commendation Medals

Navy Achievement Medal

Published Leadership article on leadership.

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