Josh Breithaupt
Alexandria,LA
Summary
Results-driven General Manager experienced in directing operations for diverse teams. Skilled in project coordination and customer relationship management, contributing to improved distribution efficiency and operational success. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Cam Logistics LLC
Alexandria, Louisiana
01.2018 - 11.2025
- Managed daily operations across five sites with over forty employees, 24/7.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service
- Directed logistics operations, including warehousing and transportation, to enhance distribution efficiency.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for project alignment and execution.
- Oversaw project timelines for new initiatives, ensuring adherence to company standards.
- Determined appropriate equipment and staffing levels to load, unload and move materials.
- Coordinated with managers to identify skill or knowledge gaps and implement training needs.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Participated in meetings with vendors in order to discuss upcoming projects or changes in requirements.
- Determined inventory goals, product stock, and risk management objectives and oversaw techniques to maximize inventory.
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
- Developed process documentation for improved workflow efficiency.
- Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
- Implemented new payroll software, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Managed the processing of new hires and terminations in the payroll system.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans for various types of machinery.
Correctional Officer
LaSalle Parish Sheriff's Office
Olla, Louisiana
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Conducted regular security checks of inmate housing areas and common spaces.
- Responded promptly to incidents, maintaining safety and order within the facility.
- Educated inmates on rules, rights, and available programs for rehabilitation.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Derrickhand
Helmerich & Payne Drilling
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Assisted crew members with rig maintenance and equipment inspections.
- Adhered to safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment at all times.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Performed routine repairs and preventive maintenance on rigs and circulation machinery.
- Pulled and laid rods, tubing and casing using forklifts and winches.
- Reported incidents and issues to professionals for quick mitigation and efficient resolution.
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Conducted elevator handling, hardline construction and energy isolation procedures.
- Monitored mud pump manifolds and guided pipes to drill holes.
- Inspected fall arrest systems, harnesses, derricks and hoisting components for safety.
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
05.2006 - 05.2014
- Managed communication between units to facilitate mission objectives.
- Facilitated briefings on mission planning, strategy, and execution for the platoon.
- Conducted daily physical training and combat drills to ensure platoon readiness.
- Supervised, trained, cross-trained and mentored personnel assigned in various occupational specialties.
- Controlled platoon in mounted and dismounted operations.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided mentorship to junior Marines.
- Executed direct action missions while maintaining communication with command units.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective assault strategies and plans.
- Conducted foot patrols through urban areas to search for insurgents or improvised explosive devices.
- Followed strict operational security protocols to safeguard mission-critical information.
- Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
- Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
Skills
- Budget management
- Inventory control
- Supply chain management
- Project coordination
- Customer relationship management
- Logistics coordination
- Team Building
- Process Improvement
Timeline
General Manager
Cam Logistics LLC
01.2018 - 11.2025
Correctional Officer
LaSalle Parish Sheriff's Office
03.2017 - 01.2018
Derrickhand
Helmerich & Payne Drilling
01.2015 - 01.2017
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
05.2006 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Jena High School
Some College (No Degree) - Microbiology
Louisiana State University of Shreveport
Education
High School Diploma -
Jena High School
Jena, LA05-2005
Some College (No Degree) - Microbiology
Louisiana State University of Shreveport
Shreveport, LAReferences
References available upon request.