JAMES GREY
GEISMAR
Summary
Dynamic, results-oriented professional with a robust background in logistics, operations, safety, and training management, complemented by a proven track record of significant achievements. Recognized as an influencer and catalyst for operational change, consistently driving advancements that maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate staff performance within multimillion-dollar operations. Expertise in strategizing and executing global logistics initiatives has successfully propelled complex projects to completion while ensuring safety and compliance in chemical loading operations. A dependable team player with exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail, adept at adapting to evolving operational demands.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Loader
PSC Group
01.2024 - Current
- Responsible for safely transferring liquid chemicals between storage tanks at a plant and various transportation vehicles like tank trucks or railcars, ensuring proper loading and unloading procedures are followed while adhering to all safety regulations regarding hazardous materials; this includes inspecting containers, connecting loading arms, monitoring transfer processes, and completing required paperwork to document the operation.
- Provide comprehensive training to new chemical loaders, ensuring they understand proper safety procedures, operating equipment, and regulatory compliance when loading and unloading hazardous chemicals into trucks or railcars, while emphasizing safe practices and adherence to company standards within a chemical plant or terminal facility.
Operations Manager
United States Army
01.1996 - 08.2023
- Direct daily operational and staffing requirements, including planning, training, and ongoing support for 65 personnel, while managing provision of logistical support for all missions.
- Negotiate logistic/military support provision as required for challenging and resource-intensive activities, overseeing Counterdrug Taskforce, general reserve, and contracting staff.
- Develop equipment management plan and standard operating procedures.
- Enhance organizational efficiency through administrative streamlining.
- Oversee scheduled deliveries and coordinate the unloading and placement of merchandise in storage facilities.
- Verify and authorize freight bills.
- Reconcile multiple operations and missions, analyze problems, schedule and dispatch bulk shipments, and prioritize tasks according to shipping manifests and mission duties.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
Training Manager
United States Army
01.1996 - 08.2023
- Plan and coordinate Department of Army schools for 65 personnel.
- Coordinate travel for service members from U.S.
- Obtain funds and schedule hotel and transportation to and from the school site.
- Requisition supplies to facilitate training.
- Use Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS) to schedule training and process student records.
- Review all data for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Develop and conduct briefings for senior management.
- Work closely with senior-level executives from diverse organizations to achieve goals.
- Plan and organize office operations.
- Perform general clerical and administrative duties.
- Prepare special and routine correspondence.
- Review and edit correspondence for proper format and accuracy.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
Logistics Manager
United States Army
01.1996 - 08.2023
- Coordinate and direct training for branches in automated inventory management systems.
- Identify, review, and provide recommendations to management for improvements, resulting in a centralized supply center.
- Implement inspection checklist for inventory accuracy and management.
- Develop and implement program activities while coordinating efforts of subcontractors and field service personnel.
- Conduct monthly meetings with workforce to communicate performance results and management objectives.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
Intelligence Analyst
Drug Enforcement Agency
01.1996 - 08.2023
- Prepares all-source intelligence products to support the assigned agency.
- Assisted in establishing and maintaining systematic, cross-referenced intelligence records and files.
- Received and processed incoming reports and messages.
- Assisted in determining significance and reliability of incoming information.
- Assisted in integrating incoming information with current intelligence holdings and prepared and maintained the situation map.
- Assisted in the analysis and evaluation of intelligence holdings to determine changes in enemy capabilities, vulnerabilities, and probable courses of action.
- Assisted in the preparation of Order of Battle records using information from all sources and in the preparation of strength estimates of enemy units.
- Assembled and proofread intelligence reports and assists in consolidating them into military intelligence.
- Prepares Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (IPB) products.
- Analyzed current intelligence holdings to identify gaps, and subsequent intelligence collection requirements.
- Considered enemy Order of Battle records in the development of collection tasks and assessment of enemy vulnerabilities and probable courses of action.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports on captured enemy material.
- Drafted periodic and special intelligence reports, plans, and briefings.
- Supported decision-makers by providing timely, accurate, and relevant assessments of emerging threats.
- Analyzed open-source intelligence data to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Education
Business and Accounting - International Studies
Grantham University
Lenexa, KSBusiness - International Business Management
University of Maryland
Adelphi, MDFull Time Support Management Control Systems Course -
US Army
Various LocationsBasic Noncommissioned Officers Course - Supervisory Training
US Army
Various LocationsSkills
- Strong technical skills with working knowledge of diverse applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Chemical handling
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Excellent communication
- Process monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Chemical Loader
PSC Group
01.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
United States Army
01.1996 - 08.2023
Training Manager
United States Army
01.1996 - 08.2023
Logistics Manager
United States Army
01.1996 - 08.2023
Intelligence Analyst
Drug Enforcement Agency
01.1996 - 08.2023
Business and Accounting - International Studies
Grantham University
Business - International Business Management
University of Maryland
Full Time Support Management Control Systems Course -
US Army
Basic Noncommissioned Officers Course - Supervisory Training
US Army
Selected Career Highlights
Accurate record keeping and ability to follow precise instructions. Subject Matter Expert in Logistics for worldwide operations. Manage Counterdrug Taskforce's multimillion-dollar stock inventory arsenal. Oversee all inspection, maintenance, warehousing, and control and distribution functions. Attain 100% asset accountability and 100% warehouse location accuracy on all annual logistical reviews since managing the operation in 2011., Effective communication with plant operators, dispatchers, and other personnel. Direct Counterdrug Taskforce operation efforts of 65-person team as acting Operations Manager. Devise and implement operational controls to maximize process effectiveness. Ensure consistent on-time delivery and execution with a 100% organizational satisfaction rating., Strong understanding of chemical safety procedures and hazardous materials handling practices. Follow all safety protocols and OSHA standards related to hazardous materials handling. Organize and manage program safety policies. Perform facility and individual safety inspections and revise and implement lockout / tag-out program. Increase overall hazard awareness, resulting in zero safety mishaps during my tenure., Leads organization's training program for a staff of 65 from 30+ locations around Louisiana. Establish master training standards based on job requirements and individual expertise. Implement precise training guidelines to maintain peak proficiency.
Education And Professional Development
- TWIC Card, 2027-01-01
- Business and Accounting, Grantham University
- Business, University of Maryland
- Full Time Support Management Control Systems Course, 2014
- Basic Noncommissioned Officers Course, 2010
- Armed Services Safety Specialist Course I & II, 2009-2023
- Criminal Analyst Course I & II, 2008-2023
- Motor Transport Operator Course & Licensing, 1998
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