LRC fills void, provides valuable knowledge to Soldiers

Published Nov. 22, 2013
By Alex House
Logistics Readiness Center Quality Branch

JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. -- The Army Sustainment Command, Logistics Readiness Center at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., provided Rough Terrain Container Handler and forklift operator refresher training to Soldiers from the 1011th Quartermaster Company in early October 2013 here.

The LRC was contacted to provide Soldiers the required operator refresher training before deploying. Personnel from the LRC Supply and Maintenance Division jumped into action by developing a training program to fit the unique needs of these mobilizing soldiers.

The LRC Quality Branch facilitated classroom instruction for both the RTCH and forklift while their automotive technicians aided in hands-on practical exercises. Soldiers were trained on safety, inspection and operation. They practiced safe handling and manipulation of everything from pallets to 40 foot containers.

A total of 27 soldiers completed one or both of these training modules.

One soldier wrote on his student critique sheet, "Great instruction, thorough and accurate. Keep up the good work."

The training these Army civilians provide will help the 1011th succeed when deployed later in the year to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

The resourcefulness and eagerness to help all of our armed forces is a trait instilled by the leadership at the LRC. This culture of providing high quality and timely service can be seen across the LRC vehicle maintenance, weapons and electronics and communications sections.

"We have a highly talented and professional workforce skilled in many areas," said Pete Conboy, Supply and Maintenance Division chief. "We will go out of our way to give our men and women in uniform every available tool to aid in their mission."