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Michael Messina

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Dynamic Operations Supervisor with extensive experience at the Marine Corps Engineer School, leading training and development for 2,200 students annually. Proven track record in safety compliance and quality control, enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in logistics coordination and team leadership, driving successful project outcomes while ensuring high standards of safety and performance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Supervisor

Marine Corps Engineer School
Jacksonville, North Carolina
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Responsible for the training, development, credentialing, and qualification of approximately 2,200 entry-level and supervisory engineering students annually
  • Led a diverse staff of 200 personnel and managed staff development
  • Safety manager activities include establishing new safety programs such as fall protection and working in confined spaces, emergency procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE), electrical safety, fire safety, first aid, ergonomics, situational awareness, and hazard identification

Engineer / Assistance Current Operations Manager

1st Marine Division
Oceanside, California
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Engineer Supervisor responsible for all engineering projects across the 1st Marine Division
  • Acted as Command Operations Center representative and 1st Marine Division Liaison to 1st Marine Expeditionary Force during large-scale training operations
  • I was the operations section Operational Safety Manager for all operations activities

Operations Supervisor

Engineer Support Battalion
Oceanside, California
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • I am a results-driven professional with extensive experience in project and resource management
  • Successfully led a command operation center where I developed and implemented processes and procedures to enhance workflow efficiency
  • Project Superintendent for a 168-mile fencing project spanning three states
  • I have proven to manage complex projects while focusing on safety, quality control, resource management, and overall team effectiveness

Operations Senior Enlisted Leader

Combined Joint Task Force-HOA
Djibouti, Africa
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • I was the Operations Department Senior Enlisted Leader for CJTF-HOA
  • I coordinated the operations, logistics, and resource management for a 5,500-personnel organization spanning 12 African countries
  • I supervised the Joint Operations Center (JOC) J3/5, Training Management, and Base Security personnel
  • I was hand-selected as Project Manager for constructing a $4m 3,000-man base camp construction project, managing budget and resources from planning to completion
  • Coordinated all construction materials and personnel for all projects from Djibouti to Somalia

Operations Supervisor

Combat Engineer Battalion
Jacksonville, North Carolina
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Responsible for the leadership, training, and readiness of a 900+ man team, as well as the employment of engineer personnel and equipment
  • I oversaw all operations and projects for 1200 personnel
  • Completed 19 construction projects over three years
  • I oversaw all operations, logistics, planning, safety compliance, and quality control

Engineer Chief

Marine Special Operations
Jacksonville, North Carolina
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • I was the Engineer supervisor and Logistics lead for the Marine Corps Special Operations Logistics Battalion
  • I managed over $40 million in special operations equipment and maintenance
  • Improved processes and ensured readiness, accountability, and quality assurance
  • I assisted with the inspection walkthrough development of punch lists
  • While in Afghanistan, I coordinated logistics for 28 operations, supporting 2,310 personnel
  • I oversaw the cargo movement of 1,261,000 lbs
  • Via ground transport, aerial drops, and airfield handling
  • I was the project supervisor for constructing nine 200-man base camps

Education

BS - Operation and Management

Arizona Global University
Chandler, AZ
04-2027

Skills

  • Detail-oriented
  • Construction management
  • Process Improvement
  • Quality Control
  • Disaster response
  • Safety Supervisor
  • Safety inspections
  • High-Risk Training Supervisor
  • Production Manager
  • Microsoft 365
  • Computer Systems
  • Construction Management Software
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Safety compliance
  • Training and development
  • Customer service
  • Logistics oversight
  • Logistics coordination
  • Staff supervision
  • Team Training
  • Operations management
  • Task delegation
  • Quality assurance

Certification

  • CPR/AED/FIRST AID
  • OSHA 30 Construction
  • FEMA IS-100.c
  • FEMA IS-200.c
  • FEMA IS-700.b

Professional Highlights

As an experienced leader and manager of over 29 years, I honed my skills in developing and implementing policies that significantly improved efficiency, reduced redundancies, and reduced costs. I have successfully managed projects with over 500 employees, fostering a collaborative and motivated workplace environment. I have cultivated accountability among team members through regular training sessions and mentorship. My leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are some of my best attributes. Over the years, I have overseen the day-to-day operations, ensuring the seamless execution of projects. I have consistently delivered projects on time and within budget by implementing effective management techniques. In addition, I have extensive experience as a results-driven operations and logistics supervisor with 20 years of leadership experience, specializing in engineering support, strategic logistics, and mission-critical operations. Proven ability to manage complex supply chains, optimize resource allocation, and lead diverse teams in high-pressure environments. Adept at process improvement, safety compliance, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and mission success.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Supervisor

Marine Corps Engineer School
01.2022 - 01.2025

Engineer / Assistance Current Operations Manager

1st Marine Division
01.2020 - 01.2022

Operations Supervisor

Engineer Support Battalion
01.2018 - 01.2020

Operations Senior Enlisted Leader

Combined Joint Task Force-HOA
01.2017 - 01.2018

Operations Supervisor

Combat Engineer Battalion
01.2013 - 01.2017

Engineer Chief

Marine Special Operations
01.2009 - 01.2013

BS - Operation and Management

Arizona Global University
Michael Messina