U.S. Marine Corps Logistics Command

Modern Day Marine begins next week!
Marine Depot Maintenance Command will be in the Marine Zone of the EXPO. Stop by for information on depot modernization, and the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence.
Don't forget to attend the Sustaining the Future Force and Logistics Modernization Panel in the Main Briefing Center on Tuesday, May 10, where Maj. Gen. Joseph F. Shrader will be speaking as a panel member.

Photos from Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany's post

Marines conduct sword manual drill at Corporal’s Course
Marines sharpen their sword manual skills during Corporals Course hosted by Marine Corps Logistics Command at Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Albany, Ga., April 21. The participants were from various commands including MARCORLOGCOM, MCLB-Albany, Marine Force Storage Command, Marine Corps Forces Reserve, and Blount Island Command.

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Nathan Hanks

Marines and Civilian Marines of 1st Storage Battalion, Marine Force Storage Command, load U.S. Marine Corps M777 Howitzers onto flatbed trucks at Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, Calif., April 22, 2022. The four 155mm lightweight towed howitzers are being sent as part of the Presidential Drawdown of security assistance in support of the Ukraine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jack J. Adamyk)

Congratulations to the Marines and Civilian-Marines that completed Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Yellow Belt training at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., April 27. CPI training directly supports MARCORLOGCOM's Workforce 21 Strategic Plan Goal #2 (Enable the Workforce) through continuous investments in training and development.

Cougar Reset Team Receives Recognition

Congratulations to the Marines and Civilian-Marines of the Cougar Reset Team, Cost Work Center (CWC) 273, Production Plant Albany, Marine Depot Maintenance Command, as they received a Letter of Appreciation from the U.S. Air Force Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected Vehicle Program Office on Friday, April 8 at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga. The USAF MRAP Program Office specifically recognized CWC 273 team members in the letter saying, “These individuals have provided unmatched customer service in support of the USAF Cougar MRAP Program producing high quality, reliable weapon systems.”

Marines Hone Land Navigation Skills

Marines enhance their knowledge of land navigation skills in order to find checkpoints using a map, protractor, and compass during Corporals Course hosted by Marine Corps Logistics Command at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., April 14.

USMC photos by Nathan Hanks

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Knowing where to go in case of a tornado could save your life. If you are inside, go to a basement or an interior room, away from windows and doors. If you are outside, stay at a flat location and don't go under a bridge or tree.

Tip 👉 Wear shoes & a helmet if you have one.

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For our MCLB-Albany teammates and families. Stay informed, stay safe.

On Tuesday, 5 April, senior leaders from across the Marine Corps will be discussing Force Design at the Sea Air Space Expo hosted by Navy League of the United States.

Before then, you can read up on the strategy, research and goals of Force Design at https://go.usa.gov/xztMs.

MEF Support Team Assemble!
Marine Corps Logistics Command's Marine Expeditionary Force Support Team (MST) members recently completed their annual command synchronization.
Read the full story and learn more about the MSTs and their mission.
https://logcom.usmc.afpims.mil/Home/Article/2986679/mef-support-team-assemble/

40 Years of Service Recognized!

Congratulations to James A. Varner, director, Operations and Integration, Weapon Systems Management Center, and Andrea L. Foster, director, Civilian Manpower Planning and Analysis, Assistant Chief of Staff G1, for 40 years of faithful and dedicated service. Varner and Foster were presented their certificates and pins on Thursday, March 31 while at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga.

Thank you, Mr. Clifton.
The Marine Corps Logistics Command family gathered to celebrate a lifetime of distinguished service to the United States Marine Corps from SES David R. Clifton, Executive Deputy, MARCORLOGCOM at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., on Wednesday, March 30.
Fair winds and following seas Marine!

Good morning Marine Force Storage Command!
The sun rises through a cloudless sky over what appears to be an endless row of warehouses within the warehouse district at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., March 29.

3D Landing Support Battalion Sharpens Critical Skills During FTX
U.S. Marines and Sailors with 3D LSB receive instruction on the loading and tie-down methods for military vehicles in preparation for rail transport while at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., March 25.
MARCORLOGCOM, Blount Island Command, and Marine Force Storage Command provided support through the FTX that enabled 3D LSB to conduct port and terminal operations, and ashore sustainment operations.

Congratulations Marine Depot Maintenance Command awardees! 🏆
Col. Wilfred Rivera, commander, Marine Depot Maintenance Command presented Length of Service awards to Dennis K. Rogers, Jr., and Vincent H. Hutcherson during a ceremony to honor civilian-Marines for their federal service on Friday, March 25 while at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga. Rogers was recognized for 15 years of service, and Hutcherson for the milestone of 30 years of service. Thank you both for your dedication and commitment.

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DLA-MARCORLOGCOM Leadership Engagement Seeks Increased Integration.
MARCORLOGCOM, Marine Depot Maintenance Command and Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany leadership hosted SES Kristen K. French, deputy director, DLA Logistics Operations, and SES Kenneth D. Watson, deputy commander, DLA Land and Maritime for a visit consisting of briefs and tours while at MCLB-Albany, Ga., March 24. The overall purpose of the visit is to support DLA's Industrial Supply Integration initiative.

Length of Service Awards!
David R. Clifton, Executive Deputy, Marine Corps Logistics Command presented Length of Service Awards to several Civilian-Marines Thursday, March 24 at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga. Those awarded were Torrey Calhoun (10 years), Kristopher D. Patterson (15 years), Jerry A. Mask (20 years), Bert W. Cruz (35 years), Andre B. Daniels (35 years), and Terry L. Whitaker (35 years). Thank you all for your service and dedication!

Talent Management

MARCORLOGCOM conducted Community of Interest Competency Expert (COI-CE) orientation for the command’s appointed competency leaders and managers Thursday, March 24 at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga. MARCORLOGCOM’s competency experts serve as COI subject matter experts and advocate for civilian talent acquisition, development, and retention.

The Commandant of the Marine Corps has authorized several changes to Marine Corps Order 1020.34H Marine Corps Uniform Regulations following Uniform Boards 219 and 220.

These changes are consistent with modern social norms and promote a culture of inclusion while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

Additional decisions from these boards will be made at a later date and published via separate MARADMIN.

Detailed information and explanations on these changes can be found in MARADMIN 134/22.

Link ⬇️
https://go.usa.gov/xzwtJ

Happy 100th!

Bert W. Cruz (left), director, Business Performance Division, Quality Management Center, Marine Corps Logistics Command (MARCORLOGCOM) was presented the Commendation for Meritorious Civilian Service by Mr. David R. Clifton (right), executive deputy, MARCORLOGCOM on Wed., March 16 at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga. Cruz was commended for his superior leadership, vision, and analytic and logistics acumen as he facilitated high visibility projects that continuously contributed to material readiness, process improvement and audit readiness. Congratulations Mr. Cruz 🏆

Safety first!
Through the week all LOGCOM Marines, Sailors, civilian-Marines, and contractors attended Back in the Saddle (BITS) safety training. BITS training is provided by the Environmental Health and Safety office, and helps to reinforce the Commands pro-safety culture.

Post and Relief
Blount Island Command conducted a Post and Relief Ceremony in order to post the incoming Senior Enlisted Advisor, Sgt. Maj. Julian M. Lumm, and relieve the outgoing Senior Enlisted Advisor, 1st Sgt. Ian S. Gragg, on Friday, March 4 at Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island, Fla.
Welcome Sgt. Maj. Lumm, and fair winds and following seas 1st Sgt. Gragg.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME: Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour before bed tonight.

Congratulations to the Marines, Civilian-Marines and contractors that completed the program in Project Management (PM) at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, March 10. Georgia Intitute of Technology delivered the course of instruction, and all of the students that completed the program received a professional certificate of program completion from Georgia Tech.
Good luck to all of the students as you prepare for the PM exam.

Ricky L. Williams, director, Secondary Repairables (SECREP) Inventory Management Division, Supply Chain Management Center, Marine Corps Logistics Command celebrated his retirement among friends and colleagues at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., Tuesday, March 8. During the awards ceremony Williams was presented with his 40 year Federal Service Pin. In addition to the Service Pin, Williams received the Commendation for Meritorious Civilian Service for his leadership and inspiration to his team as they led monumental transformations in the SECREP supply chain, facilitating historically high SECREP fill rates across the Marine Corps enterprise.

Lance Cpl. Justin R. Mazowieski, drafting and surveying technician, Marine Force Storage Command, Marine Corps Logistics Command, checks his progress as he completes a scan of a warehouse using a Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) backpack while at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., March 4.
LiDAR is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of pulsed lasers to measure distances. Utilizing the walking backpack enables Mazowieski to generate 3D images of warehousing spaces that is accurate to within a few inches.
Supporting Mazowieski are Molly Phillips, toolkit integration lead, and A.J. Bernstein of Accenture Federal Services.

Industry Day!
Our strategic partners in industry and academia participated in the event that consisted of briefs, presentations, an additive manufacturing capability demonstration, and facilities tours while at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., Feb. 3.
Through the event MARCORLOGCOM shared information and solicited feedback on business opportunities.
Thank you to all of our partners that participated in the activities.

Photos from Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany's post