James Leach
About James Leach
James Leach is an Automotive Production Controller with extensive experience in logistics and maintenance management across various roles in military and civilian sectors. He has worked in multiple locations, including Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Marshall Islands, and has held positions in organizations such as LSI, ManTech, and Amentum since 2021.
Current Role at Amentum
James Leach serves as an Automotive Production Controller at Amentum, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands, where he oversees the data input of custom reports and information databases. His role is critical in monitoring both military and civilian equipment, ensuring that all maintenance records are accurately maintained. He collaborates closely with the Production Control Supervisor and Maintenance Manager to facilitate seamless operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at LSI and ManTech
Before joining Amentum, James Leach accumulated significant experience in the automotive and maintenance sectors. He worked at LSI as an Admin Specialist Maintenance from 2007 to 2010 in Iraq and as a Wheel Vehicle Mechanic from 2006 to 2007. Following this, he served as an MRAP Maintenance Technician at ManTech from 2010 to 2014 in Afghanistan. His roles involved logistical and administrative management support, focusing on equipment tracking and maintenance.
Military Background
James Leach has a robust military background, having served in various capacities within the US Army. His roles included Personnel Actions Specialist from 1992 to 1995 at Fort Lewis, Washington, and Human Resources Specialist from 1997 to 1998 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Additionally, he served as a Personnel Actions Specialist from 1995 to 1997 in Camp Coiner, Korea. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in personnel management and administrative functions.
Experience in Logistics and Maintenance Management
Throughout his career, James Leach has developed expertise in logistics and maintenance management. He worked as a Labor Foreman at KBR Careers - Gov Solutions from 2017 to 2021 in the United Arab Emirates, where he was responsible for overseeing maintenance operations. He ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards and is skilled in using computerized maintenance management systems like GCSS-ARMY for inputting and updating information.
Early Career at Walmart Distribution Center
James Leach began his career in logistics at Walmart Distribution Center, where he worked as a Shipping Loader and Non-Consigned Order Filler from 2004 to 2006 in Hope Mills, North Carolina. This early experience in a fast-paced distribution environment contributed to his skills in inventory management and operational efficiency.