TORRANCE ATKINSON
Logistics
Hope Mills,NC
Summary
Management Professional with a Secret Security Clearance and over 20 years of proven experience in leadership, project management, and logistics management, while serving in the United States Navy and Army. Shaped, motivated, and mentored 100+ employees to exceed performance expectations. Ensured supplies and equipment valued at $50K+ remained without damage or loss. Possesses a comprehensive background in leadership, strategic planning, risk management, and critical thinking. Career supported by a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Logistics I Operations Manager
The United States Army
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Oversaw daily operation for Advanced Individual Training as the Executive Officer of 400+ Soldiers and 17 staff members
- Manages equipment and supplies valued at $40K+ with zero loss or damage
- Senior Operations Manager in the absence of executive leadership for company level operations.
Maintenance I Repair Manager
The United States Army
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed $79 M in aviation aircraft parts as the Technical Supply Officer
- Quality Control Officer/ Technical Inspector of 24 UH-60L/M helicopters and 13 Technical Inspectors
- Supervised Component Repair and Maintenance Department which consisted of four aviation skill sets.
Maintenance Team Leader
The United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Oversaw maintenance and repair department which consisted of 4 aviation skill sets
- Supervised personnel which included 2 Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) and 65 employees
- Provided Refuel Points to support the organization's 60 AH-64D helicopters.
Production Control Manager
The United States Army
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Directed Production Department maintenance teams for schedule and unscheduled maintenance of 30 AH-64D Apache helicopters
- Advised senior leadership on aircraft maintenance and provided recommendations to increase safety and compliance
- Maintained documentation and provided reports with 100% accuracy for review by senior leadership
- Guided the flight hour program, aircraft maintenance, and related documentation for the organization; exceeded performance expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Health
09.2008 - 02.2024
Skills
- Office 2010
- Office 2013
- Office 2016
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Office 365
- Logistics Management
- Mentoring and Training
- Documentation
- Team Leadership
- Lean Principles
- Logistics Analysis
- Safety Management
- Decision Making
Accomplishments
The National Society of Leadership and Success Inductee - 2023
Timeline
Logistics I Operations Manager - The United States Army
01.2017 - 01.2021
Maintenance I Repair Manager - The United States Army
01.2014 - 01.2017
Maintenance Team Leader - The United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2014
Columbia Southern University - Bachelor of Science, Occupational Health And Health
09.2008 - 02.2024
Production Control Manager - The United States Army
01.2008 - 01.2011
Specialized Military Training
- Senior Leadership I
- Advanced Leadership I
- Contract Management I
- Aviation Management I
- Safety Management
- Aviation Maintenance and Repair I
Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Science, Occupational Safety and Health I Columbia Southern University Cum Laude
- Possess "SECRET" Security Clearance
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Master Logistician Certified
- OSHA 30 Hour (General Industry)
Specialized Military Training
- Senior Leadership I
- Advanced Leadership I
- Contract Management I
- Aviation Management I
- Safety Management
- Aviation Maintenance and Repair I
Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Science, Occupational Safety and Health I Columbia Southern University
- Possess "SECRET" Security Clearance
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Master Logistician Certified
- OSHA 30 Hour (General Industry)
Specialized Military Training
- Senior Leadership I
- Advanced Leadership I
- Contract Management I
- Aviation Management I
- Safety Management
- Aviation Maintenance and Repair I
Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Science, Occupational Safety and Health I Columbia Southern University
- Possess "SECRET" Security Clearance
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Master Logistician Certified
- OSHA 30 Hour (General Industry)