Ashlie Nicholson
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dedicated and focused project management specialist with several years of experience excelling at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Flexible, detail-oriented and adaptive team player with expertise in equipment operation, staff training and development, customer service and process improvements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Local CDL A Driver
NFI Industries
Indianapolis, USA
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Local work on the Trader Joe's and Aldis Account
- Some touch freight
- Some other local work that was not touch freight and live loads.
- Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment was in good working order.
- Maintained records of vehicle inspections and make necessary repairs.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using heavy lifting equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and dollies.
- Planned routes according to delivery instructions, customer requests or knowledge of the area.
- Adhered to all applicable rules and regulations set by the Department of Transportation.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, customers and other drivers via two-way radio or cellular phone devices.
- Conducted daily post-trip inspection on truck cab and trailer at end of route.
Regional CDL-A Driver
U.S. Xpress
Indianapolis, USA
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Walmart Account
- No Touch Freight
- Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment was in good working order.
- Maintained records of vehicle inspections and make necessary repairs.
- Planned routes according to delivery instructions, customer requests or knowledge of the area.
- Adhered to all applicable rules and regulations set by the Department of Transportation.
- Followed safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan optimal routes for timely deliveries.
- Ensured proper handling and securement of loads with appropriate tie downs.
Truck Driver Class A OTR
Crst
Indianapolis, USA
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Secured my CDL A with the company
- Delivered goods safely and on time to customers in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including dates, times, products delivered and customer signatures.
- Inspected trucks for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while driving.
- Filled out log books accurately to document hours worked and rest breaks taken.
- Reported any vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to the vehicles immediately to supervisor.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of truck cab and trailer before departing from terminal or yard.
- No Touch Freight
- OTR
Route Delivery Driver
Fed Ex/Ground Pounders
Indianapolis, USA
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Job duties consisted of the following:
- Route out my route for the day using my iPad and make sure everything flows to keep the best pace for the day
- Navigate and verify every address as i arrive
- Scan all packages to make sure the system updates when I deliver or code anything when I can't deliver
- Make sure I am driving my truck in a safe and timely manner
- Conduct any pick ups that I have scheduled
- Get any signatures that are required
Site Lead
Curative, Inc.
Phoenix, USA
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: The company had a goal of vaccinating the Arizona population, starting with the older community and the disabled community that find it hard to get to the Dr
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the site.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Monitored and evaluated employee performance on a regular basis.
- Provided leadership in developing team goals and objectives for the site staff.
- Implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency while controlling costs.
- Analyzed data from operations reports to identify areas of improvement or growth opportunities.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to manufacturer specifications.
- Contacted different places that wanted their families vaccinated, different community centers, and jobs that had people who wanted to get vaccinated.
- Oversaw the daily operation for each location we hosted clinics.
- Sent EOD reports to The County we were in.
- Made employee schedules for staff and handled any HR issues, if needed.
- Order all inventory needed for clinics every day. Along with biweekly Inventory count.
Transportation Specialist
Amazon
Tempe, USA
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Coordinated and managed daily transportation operations to ensure efficient delivery of goods.
- Analyzed current routing systems and identified areas for improvement in delivery methods, times, and routes.
- Monitored driver performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding changes in routes or estimated delivery times.
- Established relationships with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing for transportation services.
- Processed paperwork required by various government agencies including customs clearance documents.
- Investigated incidents involving damaged cargo or accidents involving company vehicles or personnel.
- Organized delivery schedules and provided customers with timely updates.
Inventory Supervisor
Carvana
Tolleson, USA
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Job/Company Overview: Oversaw about 40 associates and 4 Team Leads during Covid.
- Make sure vehicles coming into Receiving get into the system properly and moved in the correct storage lot.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of all inventory transactions.
- Monitored stock levels to ensure adequate supply for customer orders.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve warehouse efficiency and productivity.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, hazardous material handling protocols, and security procedures in the warehouse.
- Assigned tasks to staff members in order to meet deadlines and maximize productivity.
- Reviewed receiving documents for accuracy prior to processing invoices into the system.
- Created monthly reports detailing inventory performance metrics such as turns, shrinkage, backorders.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding product availability, pricing information, purchase orders.
- Evaluated existing operational procedures and provided recommendations for improvement.
Warehouse Manager
AmerisourceBergen
Columbus, USA
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Operations Supervisor
Life Science Logistics
Indianapolis, USA
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to ensure efficient workflow.
- Identified areas of improvement and developed strategies to increase efficiency.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Prepared reports on operational performance metrics and presented them to management team.
- Provided support to other departments as needed to meet organizational goals.
- Directed employees on how to use equipment properly and safely.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss any issues or concerns they may have had.
- Analyzed data related to production, distribution, quality control, inventory levels.
- Created processes for tracking inventory and supply levels in order to prevent stock-outs or overstocking.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding product availability, pricing, delivery schedules.
Supply Specialist
Indiana National Guard
Indianapolis, USA
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Duties: Conduct multiple physical inventories
- I maintain all of the Supplies at my unit; personal gear, weapons, vehicles, radios, etc
- I make sure every piece of inventory is working and if any items need to be fixed I send in a ticket for the item and I ship it off to get fixed
- I also manage the ordering of the supplies based off of what we have on hand and what we need to complete the mission
Finish Line Sales Associate
Indiana National Guard
Indianapolis, USA
01.2016 - 10.2016
- For customers, restock new shoes, take an inventory over all merchandise in the store
Manager
Subway
Indianapolis, USA
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Trained new employees on food preparation, cash handling, and customer service techniques.
- Monitored daily operations of the restaurant, including inventory control and ordering supplies.
- Scheduled shifts for staff members based on weekly forecasts.
- Maintained accurate financial records, such as sales receipts and invoices.
- Ensured compliance with all local health regulations related to food safety.
- Managed team of 10-15 employees in fast-paced environment.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer relations.
- Responsible for interviewing, hiring and training new employees.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for increased profits.
Education
High School -
Ben Davis High School
Indianapolis, IN01.2013
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Analytical skills
- Customer-oriented
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Control
- Logistics
- Supply Chain
- Warehouse management system
- Tableau
- Management
- Pivot tables
- Project management
- Team management
- Warehouse management
- Materials management
- Supervising experience
- Forklift
- Tractor-trailer
- Freight
- Training & development
- Windows
- Software troubleshooting
- ERP systems
- Warehouse experience
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Shipping & receiving
- Manufacturing
- Assembly
- Computer literacy
- Six Sigma
- Process Improvement
Timeline
Local CDL A Driver
NFI Industries
11.2022 - 07.2024
Regional CDL-A Driver
U.S. Xpress
08.2022 - 11.2022
Truck Driver Class A OTR
Crst
05.2022 - 07.2022
Route Delivery Driver
Fed Ex/Ground Pounders
10.2021 - 03.2022
Site Lead
Curative, Inc.
03.2021 - 07.2021
Transportation Specialist
Amazon
10.2020 - 02.2021
Inventory Supervisor
Carvana
06.2020 - 10.2020
Warehouse Manager
AmerisourceBergen
10.2019 - 06.2020
Operations Supervisor
Life Science Logistics
01.2017 - 08.2019
Finish Line Sales Associate
Indiana National Guard
01.2016 - 10.2016
Manager
Subway
12.2014 - 12.2015
Supply Specialist
Indiana National Guard
08.2013 - 08.2018
High School -
Ben Davis High School