Blake Schultheis
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
Padgett Trucking
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills..
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, and issues throughout daily operation.
CDL A Delivery Driver
XPO Logistics
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
CDL A OTR Driver
TMC Transportation
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Complied with DOT nd FMCSA as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Team Leader
Aisin USA Manufacturing
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Promoted high standards through personal example to help each member understand expected behaviors and standards.
- Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
- Communicated KPIs outlined in annual plan to inform employees of expectations and deliverables.
- Communicated with and aided team members in maintaining and adhering to 5'S standards and procedures.
- Preformed minor repairs and adjustments to welders and robots to improve productivity and quality.
Tool Design Engineer
Faurecia
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Applied mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
- Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
- Drafted assemblies, models, and other technical drawings.
- Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for new product development.
- Incorporated solutions that met various project challenges and adhered to environmental, packaging and vibration requirements.
- Surveyed potential project sites before design, checking for space restrictions, mechanical feasibility and manufacturers guidelines.
- Specified system components and directed product modifications to comply with engineering design and performance specifications.
- Developed organizational system for tooling and equipment to aide in production. While limiting down searching to find product or equipment.
- Aided in the start-up of a laser cutting and etching system used to etch and label tooling and plates to clearly and accurately identify equipment.
Order Filler
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
- Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
Hydraulic Press Operator
Aisin USA Manufacturing
01.2015 - 09.2018
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Troubleshot press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
- Operated press to achieve highest quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Kept equipment clean, repaired, and lubricated to maximize performance.
- Moved materials and fixtures such as steel coils, dies and lubricants using pallet jacks, hand carts overhead cranes, and forklifts.
- Maintained clear and accurate logs of repairs, productions, and quality. As well as time and processes used to make repair and produce quality products.
Distribution Supervisor
US Air Force
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and team operation and productivity.
- Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
- Coordinated responses to emergencies by dispatching vehicles and bringing in additional personnel.
- Guided and trained new airmen to improve productivity, safety, and efficiency.
- Aided in career development and growth for fellow airmen and subordinates.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Ivy Tech Community College
Columbus, INNo Degree - Logistics Resource Management
Wesley College
Dover, DESkills
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- State and Federal Regulations
- Forklift Operation
- GPS Mapping
- Workforce Management
- Policy Implementation
- Operations Management
- Staff Development
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- 5'S and compliance
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
Padgett Trucking
08.2023 - 11.2023
CDL A Delivery Driver
XPO Logistics
06.2023 - 08.2023
CDL A OTR Driver
TMC Transportation
02.2023 - 06.2023
Team Leader
Aisin USA Manufacturing
06.2020 - 12.2022
Tool Design Engineer
Faurecia
03.2019 - 05.2020
Order Filler
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
09.2018 - 03.2019
Hydraulic Press Operator
Aisin USA Manufacturing
01.2015 - 09.2018
Distribution Supervisor
US Air Force
06.2011 - 09.2014
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Ivy Tech Community College
No Degree - Logistics Resource Management
Wesley College
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