Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Athenna Galaviz

Milpitas,CA

Summary

Seeking to find a career where my qualifications & abilities are utilized and given the opportunity to also learn new skills. Im a motivated leader with strong organizational and Safety prioritization abilities. Resourceful individual with 10 years of active Operational experience managing efforts within Safety-driven environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freight Coordinator

Conexwest
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Implemented new dispatch software that streamlined processes, resulting in greater productivity across the team.
  • Coordinated with maintenance department to schedule routine vehicle inspections, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw and enforced compliance with all safety regulations and DOT regulations.
  • Assisted in resolving customer complaints and grievances.
  • Managed customer accounts and invoicing.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
  • Scheduled deliveries and pickups according to customer needs.
  • Provided ongoing support to drivers during shifts, addressing any issues or concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Generated detailed reports on key performance indicators to support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

Operations Manager

Lux Bus America
08.2018 - 03.2022
  • Led a team of dispatchers, drivers, and support staff to achieve consistent on-time delivery performance.
  • Mentored new hires in departmental procedures and provided ongoing support for their professional development within the organization.
  • Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular audits, training sessions, and updating company policies.
  • Managed complex logistics projects involving multiple stakeholders while ensuring timely completion and meeting project objectives.

Recruit, select, train, assign, schedule, coach, counsel and discipline employees

  • Enhanced transportation efficiency by optimizing route planning and scheduling.
  • Managed fleet maintenance program to minimize downtime and extend the life of vehicles while reducing overall expenses.
  • Streamlined communication between departments to facilitate smooth operations and timely deliveries.
  • Developed SLA's for carriers and logistics providers, meeting defined requirements through daily management and process improvements.
  • Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
  • Meet or exceed operations labor budget expectations.
  • Maintained safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
  • Communicate with legal counsel and safety department to ensure all processes remain compliant with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
  • Worked closely with VP of operations and management team to set and/or implement policies, procedures and systems and to follow through with implementation.
  • Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.

Lead Shuttle Dispatcher

Royal Coach Tours
07.2016 - 08.2018
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient during emergencies.
  • Reduced errors in dispatch logs by implementing a thorough double-check system for all entries.
  • Promoted teamwork among colleagues by proactively assisting others when needed.
  • Ensured Safety compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to Transportation.
  • Streamlined the dispatch process by organizing resources and routes, optimizing response efforts.
  • Trained new dispatchers on company protocols, contributing to a well-prepared team of professionals.
  • Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
  • Improved safety compliance by creating comprehensive safety policies and procedures in alignment with OSHA regulations.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategic safety goals, promoting a strong culture of workplace safety.

Operations Supervisor

Loop Transportation
05.2014 - 07.2016
  • Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by team.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing Safety strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
  • Optimized resource allocation through careful planning and monitoring of inventory levels, staffing needs, and equipment maintenance schedules.
  • Implemented quality control systems to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
  • Oversaw logistics coordination for seamless transportation of goods between various departments and locations.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for 60 employees.

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Carrington College California - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
06.2012

High School Diploma -

Henry. T Gunderson High School
San Jose
08.2006

Skills

  • Task Prioritization
  • Safety Management
  • Department Oversight
  • Staff training/development
  • Time Management
  • Regulations and compliance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Logistics Management
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to Operations Manager after 2 years with the company.
  • Achieved DOT Regulations by completing OSHA Implementation with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of COVID Safety Guidelines.
  • Earned the “Rising Star” Award in 2022 for Safety and Operational development.
  • Planned and implemented the company-wide rollout of a proactive safety targeted program, partnering with Safety management and supervisory staff and effectively reduced overall accidents by 30%.

Certification

*EHS *Transportation Management

*DOT -Training *BSIS


References

Provided upon request



Timeline

Freight Coordinator

Conexwest
01.2023 - 05.2024

Operations Manager

Lux Bus America
08.2018 - 03.2022

Lead Shuttle Dispatcher

Royal Coach Tours
07.2016 - 08.2018

Operations Supervisor

Loop Transportation
05.2014 - 07.2016

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Carrington College California - Sacramento

High School Diploma -

Henry. T Gunderson High School
Athenna Galaviz