Bobby Atkins of Stonington, Connecticut, is a Warehouseman Working Leader at General Dynamics Electric Boat. Based in Groton, Connecticut, the organization designs, builds, repairs, and modernizes nuclear submarines for the U.S. Navy. It employs more than 24,000 people and operates as part of a global aerospace and defense company that provides products and services across multiple sectors, including business aviation, ship construction and repair, land combat systems, and advanced technology solutions. His role places him within a highly structured, safety-driven, and time-sensitive production environment that supports national defense efforts.
His professional experience has allowed him to develop a wide range of practical skills steadily. These include warehouse operations and logistics, inventory control and stock management, material handling and distribution, and equipment operation. He has also gained substantial experience in workplace safety and safety leadership, onboarding and training new employees, and leading teams in fast-paced settings. His work requires consistent problem-solving, clear communication, and a dependable approach to customer service and internal coordination. He has also managed seasonal operations, adapting to changing workloads while maintaining accuracy and organization.
Bobby is known as a hardworking, dependable, and team-focused individual. His leadership style reflects consistency, patience, and accountability rather than authority alone. He values perseverance, maintains a growth mindset, and demonstrates loyalty to both his team and organization. Looking ahead, he aims to continue advancing in his career, remain involved in community athletics, and enjoy opportunities to travel, all while maintaining balance between professional and personal commitments.
His Professional Career
Electric Boat
Atkins joined Electric Boat in 2020 and progressed into the role of First Class Warehouseman through steady performance and demonstrated knowledge of warehouse operations, logistics, and material handling. He currently serves as a Working Leader, overseeing daily warehouse operations, supporting team productivity, and helping maintain an organized, efficient workflow. Safety remains a central focus of his responsibilities, and he actively ensures procedures are consistently followed throughout the workday.
In addition to daily operational duties, he is responsible for training and guiding new employees as they learn procedures and adapt to the environment’s pace. He regularly gives presentations and was selected to serve as the Department Safety Leader. In this role, he reinforces safe work practices, leads safety protocol meetings, and supports compliance efforts within the warehouse. His work is carried out in a highly technical setting tied to Navy submarine production, where accuracy, timeliness, and accountability are essential. He has earned recognition for reliability, leadership, and commitment to quality, along with the titles of First Class Warehouseman, Working Leader, and Department Safety Leader.
Bobby Atkins is primarily known for helping new team members succeed. He takes time to explain procedures clearly, answer questions, and model expectations, assisting others to build confidence in demanding conditions. His approach supports both individual development and overall team performance.
Seaside Beach Club
Before joining his current employer, he worked at Seaside Beach Club for seven years. During this time, he developed a broad, practical skill set encompassing construction, maintenance, inventory management, and customer service. He was responsible for overseeing the inventory of essential operational items and ensuring supplies were ordered, stocked, and available as needed.
Bobby’s duties also extended to kitchen operations, where he handled material ordering and stocking. In addition, he worked as a laborer on demolition and construction projects, including framing and trimming or finishing work on both new and existing structures. This role required physical effort, attention to detail, and the ability to shift between tasks as needed.
Walmart
He also worked at a retail location in Rhode Island for one year. In this role, he checked shelf inventories, assisted customers by locating items not yet displayed, and supported daily stocking operations. He unloaded trucks, organized materials, and gained hands-on experience in inventory management within a large retail environment. The position also strengthened his communication skills, teamwork, and ability to assist customers efficiently.
His Education
Bobby attended Stonington High School and graduated in 2016. He later continued his education at a regional campus of a state university in Groton and at a college in New London. His educational experiences supported both academic development and personal growth as he transitioned into the workforce.
Community Involvement
Growing up in the Stonington and Pawcatuck communities, he developed a strong interest in basketball and teamwork from an early age. Over time, he became known for dedication, competitiveness, and a focus on community involvement. He supports youth basketball programs and local sports events and volunteers through organizations such as the YMCA or the local community center. He also participates in recreational leagues that promote teamwork, fitness, and regional engagement.
On the Court
Bobby played basketball throughout middle school, high school, college, and adult leagues. During middle school, he was part of a team that finished the 7th-grade season undefeated with a 13–0 record. He played on a community travel team during 7th and 8th grades and continued competing with several regional teams from 9th through 12th grade.
At Stonington High School, he served as team captain during the 2015/2016 season. He received an MVP Award and the True Bear Champion Award, was named an Eastern Connecticut Conference All-Star, and earned a spot on the Varsity All-Tournament Team at a holiday tournament in 2015. While attending college, he was recognized with the Most Improved Player Award in 2017.
He competed in the YMCA Adult Basketball League from 2020 to 2024 and participated in the Electric Boat Athletic Club “B” Division Basketball league, earning MVP honors during the 2024–2025 season. He also played softball in a local town league from 2023 to 2025 and with the Electric Boat Athletic Club softball team from 2022 to 2025.
His Hobbies and Interests
His interests extend beyond organized sports. He enjoys weight training and staying active through various fitness routines. He also values outdoor recreation and travel, including trips out West with family in an RV. These trips often involve visiting national parks, hiking trails, scenic campsites, and taking local camping trips to state parks and nature reserves. He also enjoys visiting Disney World. Through work, athletics, and personal interests, Bobby Atkins of Stonington, Connecticut, continues to focus on steady growth, balance, and community connection.
