JASON EIGHMEY
Olive Branch,MS
Summary
Air Force E-9, top one percent of all enlisted force personnel. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Operations Manager
Barrett Distribution
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Directed 62 personnel in $50+ million dollar new client account…established and maintained a 99% on-time shipping rate
- Improved communication within the team through regular meetings, updates, and open channels of communication.
- Managed daily operations effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and accurate reporting of results.
Operations Supervisor
Barrett Distribution
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Led 11 personnel in 4 accounts valued at $3.7 Million dollars…99.98% on-time shipping rate achieved
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
Senior Logistics & Enlisted Personnel Manager
89th Aerial Port Squadron
09.2015 - 09.2019
- Senior leader for 166 personnel…manages readiness, utilization, progression, and morale/welfare
- Directed ground support mission execution in support of the President of the United States, Vice President of the United States, United States Distinguished Visitors and other key Foreign Heads of State
- Trusted to ensure safe, by the book aerial port ground services activities capturing a 99.9% departure reliability rate for 90,000 aircraft annually
- Successful Unit Awards Program Manager; provided keen insight and strategy for package writing; garnered numerous high-level awards including the Headquarters Air Force 2016 Large Air Terminal of the Year award
- Collaborated with department heads to address staffing needs proactively, optimizing productivity across the organization.
Program Senior Logistics and Enlisted Personnel Manager
Air Force Element Program, Detachment 1
07.2013 - 09.2015
- Detailed to the State Department for logistical expertise and senior advisor for 80 personnel
- Managed four (4) geographical regions, supporting 114 US Embassies world-wide with over a millions pounds of critical life-saving supplies and equipment
- Superbly maximized aircraft utilization and diverted less critical shipments to surface transportation saving $41 million dollars in airlift requirements and managed training, manpower, vehicles, and facilities for 24-hour operations
- Established productive “all in” work culture and cross talent team environment…propelled National Strategic Objectives and State Department vision into everyday operations
- Earned #1 stratification for Headquarters Air Force’s largest directorate, Director of Operations (Major General) and received both a Meritorious Service Medal for superior performance and a Joint Service Commendation for an overseas operation
Senior Logistics & Enlisted Personnel Manager
437th Aerial Port Squadron
12.2009 - 07.2013
- Led 372 personnel responsible for executing missions in support of the Department of Defense
- Trusted agent to the commander; provided advice and guidance to executive level management on general policies and procedures resolving issues, problems, and completion of tasks involving operational matters
- Coached, mentored and professionally developed adaptable, agile, balanced and innovative leaders responsible for executing organizational objectives and enhancing team proficiency
- Deployed to Afghanistan with the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) Joint Command
- Led the Air Validation Cell team which maximized 10 aircraft assets, moved 36,000 passengers, 2 million pounds of cargo and 120 Distinguished Visitor missions culminating with a Defense Meritorious Service Medal for superior performance
- Earned #1 stratification from Wing Commander; garnered Air Force Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year award nomination and received a Meritorious Service Medal for Superior Performance
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Transportation Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2002
Skills
- Microsoft Windows/Office
- Operations management
- Performance monitoring
- Task delegation
- Safety oversight
- Staff supervision
- Decision-making
- Performance management
- Policy and procedure modification
- Regulatory compliance
- Leadership and change management
- Motivational leadership
Certification
- Air Cargo Professional Certificate - International Air Transportation Association
- Certified Cargo Security Professional Certificate - North American Transportation Management Institute
- Forklift Certification
- Mississippi Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Affiliations
- Air Force Sergeants Association
- National Defense Transportation Association
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
- American Legion
Keycontributions
Proven track record for leading multi-dimensional teams in high pressure, high tempo environments aligning with the scope and vision of the organization to task completion., Demonstrates leadership in multinational operations by creating support plans, logistical coordination, supply analysis, and personnel oversight. Exceptional cross-functional partner, consensus builder, and thought leader in driving transformation and scaling operations; reputation for establishing cultures of excellence and inspiring diversified groups., A versatile and innovative leader who is skilled at seeing the 'big picture' while able to focus on the details through the entire process. Demonstrated ability to assimilate to new ideas, concepts, methods, and technologies.
Timeline
Assistant Operations Manager
Barrett Distribution
02.2022 - 09.2022
Operations Supervisor
Barrett Distribution
08.2019 - 02.2022
Senior Logistics & Enlisted Personnel Manager
89th Aerial Port Squadron
09.2015 - 09.2019
Program Senior Logistics and Enlisted Personnel Manager
Air Force Element Program, Detachment 1
07.2013 - 09.2015
Senior Logistics & Enlisted Personnel Manager
437th Aerial Port Squadron
12.2009 - 07.2013
- Air Cargo Professional Certificate - International Air Transportation Association
- Certified Cargo Security Professional Certificate - North American Transportation Management Institute
- Forklift Certification
- Mississippi Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Associate of Applied Science - Transportation Management
Community College of The Air Force
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