Michael Thomas

Experience

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  US Army

  Apr 1987 - Aug 2016

  Command Sergeant Major

  • Directed administration, operations, and professional development of an organization with an annual budget of $6.48M, managing 81 managers to support 24K employees worldwide and overseeing $6B in assets across 160 facilities.• Cost account management & financial reporting to provide Estimate at Completion (EAC) and variance analysis for programs.• Optimized resource utilization by aligning organizational goals with service-level capabilities, saving $3.6M through collaborative planning to reduce resource strain while preserving productivity.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Supply Chain, Value Stream Managers, and Program Managers, to tackle challenges and ensure smooth operations.• Streamlined policies to facilitate the relocation of 5,500 employees, 12K family members, and $750M in assets, completing the project within a 4-month timeframe.• Planned and managed the movement of 48,422 pieces of equipment worth $240M and 5K people from Germany to support Afghanistan operations, coordinating all logistics seamlessly.• Reduced operating costs by $250K annually for the area of control by aligning policies with daily processes to drive operational efficiency and enhance cost-effectiveness. Show less

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  Cardinal Health

  Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

  Operations Manager

  • Guided distribution teams in operations, manufacturing, and program management by leveraging tracking systems to analyze daily metrics, ensuring alignment with budget, policy, and quality standards.• Cultivated strong relationships across organizational levels to enhance teamwork and support operational goals, fostering a collaborative work environment.• Ensured full compliance with OSHA, DEA, FDA, and local regulations as the primary facility contact for Quality Risk Assessment (QRA), maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.• Developed and coached supervisory and employee talent through targeted training and performance evaluations, building a skilled and motivated workforce.• Translated business and cultural strategies into actionable initiatives for the operations team, aligning daily operations with overarching organizational objectives. Show less

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  Weekes Forest Products, Inc

  Jan 2019 - Oct 2024

  • Oversaw and coordinated division operations, balancing quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale, serving as the vital link between program management, project teams, and factory management.• Identified project issues early and developed mechanisms to track and monitor progress, ensuring targets and schedules were met.• Drove impactful decisions on manufacturing plans, represented the division in make/buy decisions, and led improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and meet cost reduction targets.• Ensured near-perfect OTIF (On Time in Full) performance to enhance customer experience and satisfaction.• Engaged daily with functional and company resources to meet program requirements, overseeing production scheduling and managing department priorities to achieve operational and production goals.• Drove a safety culture and implemented the safety program, ensuring compliance with facility standards and guidelines.• Prepared, analyzed, and issued production and performance reports to track and optimize performance metrics.• Implemented a comprehensive preventative maintenance program to support operational uptime and the longevity of equipment. Show less • Directed distribution center operations, managing a team of 18 employees and serving over 200 customer accounts, ensuring productivity, budget adherence, and alignment with company objectives and quality standards.• Managed risks and opportunities within the area of control, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation to support operational success.• Established and enforced safety protocols, fostering a safe, compliant, and healthy work environment for all employees.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Supply Chain, Value Stream Managers, and Program Managers, to address challenges and maintain seamless operations.• Conducted and managed semi-annual inventory counts, compiling data for accurate forecasting and strategic analysis to support decision-making. Show less

  • Division Manager

    Jan 2024 - Oct 2024

  • Operations Manager

    Jan 2019 - Dec 2023