Michael Galbreath Email & Phone Number

United States

Duncan, Sc

Ensure compliance and rollout of Lean and six sigma Initiatives and Quality programs in the Southeast Distribution Center. Perform process mapping, value stream mapping, process design, and method development to align with Kenco Operating System (KOS) standards.Review daily process and create/modify standard work documents to ensure consistency of processes. Coordinator of EIP (Efficiency Improvement Program) to understand root causes and potential improvement opportunities. Coordinate and manage projects, assisting Site Managers in the development and execution of the KOS implementation plan. Supervised the day-to-day routine in the warehouse insuring all orders were picked, processed and loaded on the correct logistic carriers on time.

K-Sase Duncan Sc

My responsibilities are gathering data for EIP, developing and updating standard work and job instructions for all operations in the warehouse. Conduct , instruct, advise and assist in A3's, Gemba's and green belt project's by using Lean Six Sigma process.

United States

Duncan, South Carolina

Create Standard Work, SOP’s and Work Instructions for warehousing fictions

Spartanburg, Sc

• Led all aspects of operations within the ICQA department, supervising staff and monitoring progress on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.• Analyzed inventory and maintained thorough documentation of ICQA processes, determining root causes of inventory defects and working to prevent future incidences.• Communicated with Area Managers to ensure streamlined workflow; managed employee participation and provided consistent support.

Marine Forces Pacific G-6 (Communications And It Support) Camp Smith Hawwaii

Partner with and report to executive management teams in formulating and executing short- and long-term global operational and IS strategies. Lead teams of up to 20+ in performing highly complex technical functions across multi-platform, internationally dispersed voice / data infrastructures. Plan and facilitate training sessions on a variety of technical and operational subjects. Liaise with vendors in procuring new technologies and maintaining 100% accountability of multimillion-dollar inventories. Operate, monitor and maintain sophisticated, highly secure communications systems. Responsible for the transportation and logistics for all communication equipment and communicators.Key Achievements:➢ Instrumental in streamlined planning and timely procurement of resources for major humanitarian effort. ➢ Orchestrated planning and execution of major training program.➢ Spearheaded installation, integration and migration of several disparate, multimillion-dollar communications systems. ➢ Drove installation, configuration and integration of all telecom systems for four newly constructed facilities.

Camp H.M. Smith Hawaii

Led teams of up to 20 in the installation and operation of software systems and hardware technologies.Managed vendor communications and led installation of training sessions on various topics.Facilitated installation of telecom systems for four newly constructed facilities, adapting successfully to various technologies. * Spearheaded installation, integration and migration of several disparate, multimillion-dollar communications systems. * Instrumental in streamlined planning and timely procurement of resources for major humanitarian effort. * Drove installation, configuration and integration of all telecom systems for four newly constructed facilities. * Orchestrated planning and execution of major training program.

2Nd Marine Expeditionary Force Camp Lejeune Nc

Formulated operational strategies, developed / managed budgets and scheduled / allocated responsibilities to team members. Liaised daily with high-level decision makers across multiple divisions in gathering information and securing resources for major IT initiatives. Coordinated installation, configuration and upgrading of sophisticated voice / data communications systems across a wide range of locations. Trained users in setup, use and troubleshooting of newly deployed systems. Key Achievements:➢ Selected by senior leadership to take on critical IT management role during two-month absence of manager, leading to future promotion to positions with increasing levels of leadership accountability. ➢ Championed cost-effective procurement and distribution of 400+ mobile communication devices, and spearheaded efforts to ensure timely connection of all devices.

United States

Guided and coached teams of up to 40 IT specialists in administration, support and troubleshooting of large-scale IT infrastructure. Liaised daily with high-level IT decision makers across multiple divisions in gathering information and securing resources for major IT initiatives. Coordinated installation, configuration and upgrading of sophisticated voice / data communications systems across a wide range of locations. Trained users in setup, use and troubleshooting of newly deployed systems. * Selected by senior leadership to take on critical IT management role during two-month absence of manager, leading to future promotion to positions with increasing levels of leadership accountability. * Championed cost-effective procurement and distribution of 485 mobile communication devices, and spearheaded efforts to ensure timely connection of all devices.

Gained and applied expertise in IS installation, configuration and support for a range of sophisticated voice / data systems. Conducted inspections of IS infrastructures and equipment inventories, recommending and implementing enhancements to ensure optimal systems readiness and uptime. Installed, operated and maintained radio, computer and satellite communications systems across an array of facilities. Conducted weekly inventories and preventive maintenance of 750 pieces of communications equipment. * Recognized as subject-matter expert (SME) in highly specialized communications systems including accountability for training groups of up to 60+ in all aspects of systems usage. * Successfully planned, facilitated and implemented improvements to highly technical training courses. * Prior experience includes progression through multiple positions of increasing technical and leadership accountability

Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Served as 2d Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) Information Technology Chief and the senior-level staff advisor. Fill in as required for the II MEF IT Officer. Oversaw the training, professional development, fitness, and health and welfare of 12 Marines in the IT section. Interacted and coordinated with higher, adjacent, and subordinate elements as the Information Technology Procurement Coordinator then provided oversight of the Information Technology procurement waiver/approval process and served as local expert on IT acquisition and regulations for 3 divisions. Provided supervision, policy, and guidance to the Staff Non Commissioned Officers and Marines of the Information Technology and Information Assurance sections. Responsible for the procurement and distribution of 485 mobile communication devices (Blackberry and Cell-phones) for the II MEF Command Element and Major Subordinate Element and coordinated with Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) to insure the timely connection of the mobile communication devices to their network.

Camp Lejeune Nc

Served as the senior-level staff advisor and Communications Chief for the S-6 Communications Officer of 2d Marine Tank Battalion and was the senior enlisted communicator for three subordinate Tank companies; extensive knowledge of all elements of communications for the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) to include multiple deployed and garrison networks; routinely inspected subordinate elements to determine equipment and personnel shortfalls that directly affected readiness; facilitated the planning, installation, operation, and maintenance of analog, digital, video, telephone, single-channel radio, multi-channel radio, satellite and data equipment to include technical control facilities in both a deployed and garrison environment; experienced in command and control (C2) systems, systems integration in both a Command Operation Center (COC) and Command Element (CE) environment; monitored and assessed the potential impact of all programs, policies and contracts for normal operations and IT services.

Waleed Iraq

Served as the Communication Officer for all 10 Border Transition Teams (BTT) and trained the Iraqi counterparts in how to set up, operate and maintain all of their communications equipment. Provided training, advising, and mentoring to the Iraqi Border Patrol stationed in forts along the borders of Jordan and Syria as part of the International Security Assistance Force in Iraq.

Camp Lejeune Nc

Served as the senior-level staff advisor and Communications Chief for the S-6 Communications Officer of 2d Marine Tank Battalion and was the senior enlisted communicator for three subordinate Tank companies; extensive knowledge of all elements of communications for the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) to include multiple deployed and garrison networks; routinely inspected subordinate elements to determine equipment and personnel shortfalls that directly affected readiness; facilitated the planning, installation, operation, and maintenance of analog, digital, video, telephone, single-channel radio, multi-channel radio, satellite and data equipment to include technical control facilities in both a deployed and garrison environment; experienced in command and control (C2) systems, systems integration in both a Command Operation Center (COC) and Command Element (CE) environment; monitored and assessed the potential impact of all programs, policies and contracts for normal operations and IT services.

Damneck Va

I was assigned to the Navy Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center (NMCITC) in Damneck Va. where as a SSgt I was assigned to Ground Sensor Platoon Course as the chief instructor which I trained both infantry and radio operators how to set up, operate and maintain all of the ground sensor radio equipment. I assisted in the update course ware set up a new training schedule. In January 2003 I was promoted to the next rank of Gunnery Sergeant. My additional duty assignments were the Chief instructor of all Marines at NMCITC, Assistant SNCOIC and SNCOIC of the ceremonies of two Marine Corps Balls. He assisted in the fielding of new sensor equipment and training to FMF.

Okinawa, Japan

I was transferred back to Okinawa Japan were I was assigned to Marine Air Control Squadron 4 as a Radio Chief my additional duties were Platoon Sergeant, wire Chief and the hazardous materials supervisor. In January 1999 after promotion to the next rank of Staff Sergeant I attended the Systems Chiefs Course. I assisted in the planning the communication portion and participated in Foal Eagle 2000 in South Korea I also was involved in the planning and supporting of Crocodile 99, Cobra Gold 98 and 99 and several training operations in Okinawa.

Parris Island, Sc

Train recruits to become US Marines

Twentynine Palms, California

Trained Marines to be Radio Communicators over a wide array of equipment. Trained all students in safety and Hazmat. Developed and implemented classes on communication equipment, Safety standards and Hazardous material handling.

Higher Levels Of Leadership, Leadership Courses

Senior Enlisted Leadership Training Course, 37 days, 2011 Operational Communications Chief Course, 62 days, 2007 1stSgt/MSgt Leadership.

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