Caleb E.

From the United States Navy to people leadership at Micron

I served in the United States Navy as a Fire Control Technician on submarines for five years before joining the corporate workforce. Since then, I've moved from being an Equipment Technician to supervising an incredible team of individuals performing operations in a 24/7/365 R&D Fab. I've also joined in many DEI efforts as the Global Lead for our PRIDE+Allies Employee Resource Group (ERG), helping to advocate for LGBTQ+ people at Micron and in the communities where we operate.

I lead a team of high-performing individuals in operations

In my day-job, I lead a team of high-performing individuals in shift operations to support our R&D Fab in Boise, ID. This includes aspects of performance management, coaching and mentoring, along with tactical needs to address ongoing issues in the Fab and make sure that product is moving efficiently through our area. I am also the Global Lead for our PRIDE+Allies Employee Resource Group (ERG) where I help direct and coordinate the efforts of our 5 United States Chapters, our 1 Europe Chapter, and our 6 APAC Chapters.

Helping individuals grow towards their career goals

More than anything else, I enjoy helping others reach and attain their own career goals through mentorship, coaching, and advice-giving. I get great personal satisfaction out of helping people set a goal, creating a path towards that, and helping to remove any roadblocks that they may encounter. My favorite days at work are those where I get to celebrate my team members achievements!

Find a mentor and leverage that connection

Mentors provide unique insights and their own experience for the sole purpose of helping you succeed. Finding a mentor who is passionate about helping others can excel your career much more than you might initially imagine.

I helped promote over half of our team members in two years

Over the course of two years, we were able to promote over half of my team members. We did this through setting career development plans that outlined areas for opportunity and specific actions we needed to see, and we met with our team members regularly to discuss their individual plans. Through their hard work and our guidance, this was an achievement I am very proud of to help recognize their efforts and support their career development!