Erik Luna
Oceanside
Summary
Senior leader in operations and logistics with extensive experience in managing large teams and complex projects. Proven track record in workforce development, compliance, and performance management, driving organizational efficiency. Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, skilled in strategic planning and enhancing operational readiness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FIRST SERGEANT
United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current
- Lead operations, training, and personnel management for more than 450 personnel.
- Coordinate resources, training schedules, compliance initiatives, and mission-critical support activities.
- Advise senior leadership on workforce readiness, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.
- Mentor and develop personnel through coaching, leadership development, and career planning.
FIRST SERGEANT
United States Marine Corps
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Directed personnel, logistics, and operational support activities in overseas environments.
- Managed administrative operations, transportation, facilities, inspections, and resource allocation.
- Provided executive-level guidance on personnel readiness and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw accountability of critical assets and streamlined operational processes.
GUNNERY SERGEANT / LOGISTICS CHIEF
United States Marine Corps
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Led logistics operations supporting multinational missions across multiple countries.
- Managed personnel, HR programs, training initiatives, inventory control, and operational planning.
- Developed and implemented procedures that improved efficiency, accountability, and mission readiness.
- Maintained relationships with international partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
RECRUITER
United States Marine Corps
Sacramento
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Recruited, screened, and onboarded qualified candidates to achieve strategic recruiting goals.
- Conducted presentations, networking events, and community outreach programs.
- Built partnerships with schools, businesses, and civic organizations.
- Earned Rookie Recruiter of the Year Award (2008).
LOGISTICS SPECIALIST
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Coordinated logistics and supply chain management for combat operations to enhance operational readiness.
- Managed warehouse operations, inventory control, and distribution activities to ensure timely delivery of assets.
- Ensured compliance with training requirements and operational directives to maintain mission effectiveness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
Yuba City, CA06-2003
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA06-2026
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resources
- Employee Relations
- Training & Development
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Management
- Team Building
- Leadership
- Team leadership
- Operational planning
- Project management
- Mobile Technologies
- Project Tracking Software
- Microsoft Project
- Inventory management
- Project tracking
- Database Management
- Oracle
- Cisco Systems
- Staff training
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- First Sergeant Leadership Course
- Advanced Course (Gunnery Sergeant)
- Career Course (Staff Sergeant)
- Elite Global Selling Skills Certification
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
FIRST SERGEANT
United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current
FIRST SERGEANT
United States Marine Corps
01.2015 - 01.2022
GUNNERY SERGEANT / LOGISTICS CHIEF
United States Marine Corps
01.2010 - 01.2015
RECRUITER
United States Marine Corps
01.2007 - 01.2010
LOGISTICS SPECIALIST
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Coastline Community College