Blake Formsma
Vandalia,OH
Summary
Highly motivated individual with progressive experience in management, demonstrating effective leadership principles and ethics that earn the respect of customers, employees, and peers. Consistently exceeding key performance metrics, with a proven track record in optimizing processes and driving efficiency as an operations professional. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving measurable results allows for adaptation to changing needs and leading cross-functional teams. Expertise in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Known for enhancing operational performance through dependability and a results-driven approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Central Transport
04.2017 - Current
- Company Overview: Managed the largest HUB in the company, comprised of a staff of nearly 200 personal
- Responsible for full operation of 141 door high volume LTL cross dock terminal. On average processed 5,000-6,000 handling units daily, representing approximately 25%-35% of all freight in the Central Transport network while meeting or exceeding Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Consistently setting/breaking company records of inbound/outbound freight, while simultaneously improving quality scores for periods of: daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly
- Promoted in June of 2022. That same month, through increases in efficiency, was able to eliminate the entire Saturday PM shift.
- Responsible for being the first Hub in the company to pass internal audit.
- Implemented the Load Quality Assessment Program (LQA), resulting in a drastic reduction in customer claims.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines. Implemented the "safety stand down" process.
- Managed daily scheduling of staff assignments, ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Sporadically sent to other Terminals/Hubs to help implement processes to increase efficiency and help them remain on schedule.
Plant Manager
Aramark Uniform Services
04.2008 - 04.2017
- Promoted from Route Sales Representative (RSR) to Route Sales Supervisor in April 2010. Lead all RSRs with a route sales average of $22.02 and a base business growth of 8.42%. Named RSR "All-Star" and recognized nationally by the company on the annual trip to Cancun Mexico.
- Promoted to District Manager In July of 2012. Eliminated the position of New Business Install Manager (NBIM) and absorbed all job functions, resulting in an annual savings of $70,000 for the Market Center. Consistently ranked in the top 5 for DMs in the region.
- Promoted to Assistant Plant Manager in August of 2013. Implemented new processes that increased the overall plant efficiency by 2.79% with the focus on eliminating Loss Time.
- Promoted to Plant Manager in October of 2014
- Managed the daily operations of all production, with a staff of 90.
- Provided a work environment emphasized safety, customer service, material and labor costs
- Was challenged by the corporation to meet production costs of $3.4 million for FY 16. Was able to come in under costs by $300,000, resulting in total plant costs of 28%, earning a spot in the top 10 in the company.
Education
I.D.S -
Michigan State University
Skills
- Quality assurance controls
- Internal auditing
- Operational efficiency
- Health and Safety Compliance
Timeline
Operations Manager
Central Transport
04.2017 - Current
Plant Manager
Aramark Uniform Services
04.2008 - 04.2017
I.D.S -
Michigan State University
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