William J. Henderson III
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 30 years of military and manufacturing experience, including significant roles at Greif Packaging. Proven mechanical expertise and strong attention to detail, complemented by leadership in training and development. Adept at managing complex operations and fostering team cohesion, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Associate/Operator
Greif Packaging / Packaging Corporation of America (PCA)
08.2015 - Current
- Hired for the "Extra Board" in 2015 working on the #1 Paper Machine becoming "permanent" in late 2017.
- Promoted once in that line of progression and transferred to the #2 Paper Machine with further advancement following.
- October 2021, voluntary transfer to the Old Corrugated Containers (OCC) Plant with continued training for advancement.
- Greif, Inc. sold their paper containers division to PCA in September 2025; PCA took full control October 18th, 2025.
- Training and development continues for OCC Operator validation.
U.S. Army Soldier
Army National Guard VA
01.1993 - Current
- Enlisted on January 19th, 1993 completing initial training on August 18th, 1994 in basic soldiering skills, administrative, clerical, logistical, transportation, security and liaison related tasks.
- Current time served in the Army National Guard is over 30 years of service now holding the rank of Master Sergeant with the 29th Infantry Division, a Two-Star General Command.
- Five overseas deployments to date include Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF)(2002-03), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)(2007-08 and 2010), Operation Spartan Shield (2015-16 and 2019-20).
- Stateside missions include over three years on active duty orders as an instructor/equipment operator (2004-07), security and logistics for three U.S. Presidential Inaugurations (2005, 2009, and 2013), several local winter relief efforts in Central Virginia and Hurricanes Irma and Maria relief in the U.S. Virgin Islands (September 2017).
- Non-Commissioned Officer experience for nearly 25 years at team, squad, platoon, detachment and division levels focusing on subordinate professional development and team cohesion among enlisted and officers alike.
Material Handler
Harris Communications
02.2012 - 07.2015
- Primary duty was fulfilling material requests from bulk and long-term warehouse stock for various communications equipment supporting the two major applications of Harris Communication PSPC (Public Safety and Professional Communications) Division orders.
- Additional duties included assisting eight other logistics and shipping personnel by packaging and processing completed product orders ready for freight shipment in compliance with company policies and local/international commerce laws.
- This position included certification to operate OSHA designated Class I-III forklifts.
Senior Specialist, Training
General Dynamics IT
09.2009 - 10.2011
- Contracted on September 20th, 2009 through October 11th, 2009 with prior simulations training system experience to support the Department of Defense (DOD) Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization (JIEDDO) fielding of Virtual Battle Space 2 (VBS2).
- Assigned as a Senior Specialist, Training on October 12th, 2009 to facilitate training at Fort Pickett, Virginia on the JIEDDO sponsored VBS2 system responsible for but not limited to simulations scenario programming, unit usage coordination, equipment maintenance, and Observer/Controller - Trainer duties.
- Designated as lead trainer of two-person training team in March 2011.
General Construction Laborer
C.L. Lewis & Co., Inc.
07.2008 - 09.2009
- Tasked as an integral part of teams at different job sites for which leadership and organizational skills from the military contributed to the overall success of the job site.
- Assigned as an assistant to carpenters and superintendents on both large and small job sites.
- Gained extensive experience with footer and foundation preparation for concrete pouring, block work and wall shoring on one special job site.
Jail Officer, Intake
Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority
03.2000 - 11.2003
- Assigned to be responsible for searching, processing, detaining and managing persons charged with crimes at the Lynchburg Adult Detention Center.
- The above assignment included but was not limited to interview, photography, fingerprinting, warrant processing and legal custodial management of said persons.
- Additional responsibilities included but were not limited to coordination with local law enforcement officers and magistrates as well as liaison activities with bail officials and friends/family of arrested persons.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Religion
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-1998
Skills
- English writing - Standard Operation Procedures and other training material
- Mechanical knowledge and machine operation
- Manufacturing processes and use of manual and powered hand tools
- Attention to detail
- Computer Networking, simulations, training, large group instructor, management/supervisory development, clerical/administrative experience, veteran
Various Army commendations and medals for service at home and abroad
- Army Commendation Medal (four citations - various)
- Joint Service Achievement Medal (OEF, GTMO, 2003)
- Army Achievement Medal (four citations - various)
- National Defense Service Medal (two citations - DS Era and GWOT)
- Humanitarian Service Medal (two citations)
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (Reading "Lunch Buddy" Program 2004)
- U.S. Army Driver/Mechanic Badge (earned in 2008 for 8,000+ miles, incident free driving tactical vehicles in Kuwait and Iraq)
Timeline
Production Associate/Operator
Greif Packaging / Packaging Corporation of America (PCA)
08.2015 - Current
Material Handler
Harris Communications
02.2012 - 07.2015
Senior Specialist, Training
General Dynamics IT
09.2009 - 10.2011
General Construction Laborer
C.L. Lewis & Co., Inc.
07.2008 - 09.2009
Jail Officer, Intake
Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority
03.2000 - 11.2003
U.S. Army Soldier
Army National Guard VA
01.1993 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Religion
Liberty University