Bly Fallon #4778215
LCKR, Columbus,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in dangerous goods handling, ramp operations, and warehouse coordination. Skilled in cross-functional communication, critical thinking, and project management. Known for making process improvements, coaching coworkers, and keeping freight moving safely and efficiently.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Federal Express
LCKR/RT
09.2025 - Current
- Ensure compliance with IATA, ICAO, and Title 49 CFR regulations.
- Verified dangerous goods documentation, labels, and declarations before package acceptance.
- Trained coworkers on Federal Express dangerous goods procedures and safety requirements.
- Participated in training sessions regarding Dangerous Goods Regulations updates, changes or amendments.
- Provided technical guidance on the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Conducted regular inspections of containers and packages containing dangerous goods.
- Performed quality control checks to ensure accuracy of documents related to dangerous goods shipments.
- Identified, classified and segregated dangerous goods according to regulations.
- Investigated incidents involving dangerous goods to determine root cause and corrective actions needed.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends or patterns related to hazardous materials incidents or violations.
- Adhered to company safety procedures, OSHA requirements and DOT regulations.
- Supported audits by organizing records, manifests, and dangerous goods paperwork.
- Supported internal and external auditing teams conducting impartial compliance reviews.
- Investigated reported and identified compliance issues against accepted standards.
- Enforced regulatory policies and procedures across different teams and programs.
- Issued clear warnings to violators, outlining infractions, penalties and remediation steps.
- Collaborated with external vendors and suppliers on matters relating to the safe transport and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Evaluated storage facilities for adherence to safety regulations. for safety compliance.
- Resolved quality and operational issues.
- Coordinated cross-functional communication to streamline operations between internal teams and external contacts.
- Reviewed documents for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance.
- Prepared reports, updates, and summaries for supervisor review.
- Resolved routine issues by applying established procedures with clear judgment to maintain compliance and operational flow.
- Documented workflows and best practices to support process improvements and enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored deadlines for assigned tasks to ensure timely completion., follow-ups, and action items across assigned tasks.
- Assisted team members with guidance, training, and task coordination.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Provided technical support for customers in resolving complex issues.
- Assisted in developing strategies to increase customer satisfaction levels.
- Researched and analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement.
- Created training materials for new hires on the company's procedures and policies.
- Applied FedEx handling procedures for restricted materials and special service shipments.
- Issued clear warnings to violators, outlining infractions, penalties and remediation steps.
- Conferred frequently with fellow DG Specialists to stay current on compliance requirements and procedures.
- Recognized customer needs promptly to enhance service delivery.
Ramp Agent
Federal Express
LCKR/RT, SDFR/RT
06.2024 - Current
- Oversee loading and unloading operations aboard Fedex cargo aircraft.
- Ensure compliance with FAA/TSA/DOT regulations in addition to Fedex company policy.
- Complete aircraft weight and balance calculations and load planning in a safe and timely manner in compliance with Fedex policy and all applicable regulations.
- Oversee warehouse operations and make critical decisions on the timely movement of freight aboard Fedex aircraft, trucks, and shuttles.
- Plan the movement of freight in advance to ease workload and reduce multiple handling of freight by such means as bypass positions and rerouting.
- Cooperate with members of my team and others as well as management to move freight through the company network as efficiently and safely as possible.
- Collaborate with management and others in leadership roles throughout the company to make improvements in efficiency and safety to our operation and others in our network.
- Assisted with loading and unloading operations during staff shortages.
- Collaborated with peers to make critical operational decisions when management was unavailable.
- Traveled to other facilities within the company network to provide advisory and operational support.
- Educated fellow employees on proper procedures to enhance their development.
- Diffused difficult situations and aided employees and management in solving disputes.
- Create, fill, and analyze reports on various metrics of the operation and present them to management and fellow leadership employees.
- Make use of numerous electronic and physical data systems to compile reports as well as make decisions on the movement of freight and allocation of company resources.
- Collaborate with peers, management, GOC, the DG team, and others to solve complex operational issues.
- Communicate operational changes, needs, and issues with peers, management, and leadership at all levels of the company.
- Communicate fueling and de-icing needs of aircraft and equipment with local vendors via phone.
- Communicate with Federal Express and Mountain Air Cargo pilots verbally as well as by radio to meet the requirements and operational needs of company aircraft and aircrew.
- Filled out paperwork and placed audit items on time as per company policy and government regulations.
- Participate in team meetings to discuss performance, safety, and operational improvements.
- Maintained status as fully trained on applicable systems and equipment by completing recurrent training.
- Lead by example and act as a role model to junior employees.
- Executed the responsibilities of Teamleader, DG Specialist, and Material Handler as required.
Material Handler/Slide Captain/Input Lead
Federal Express
LCKR/LCKH/LCKRT
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Took charge of area operations within the warehouse and made decisions relating to the allocation of freight and personnel to maximize throughput.
- Oversaw multiple operational areas, ensuring smooth workflow and effective management in the absence of direct supervision.
- Maintained the ability to work in and take charge of any area of the warehouse and make improvements and solve issues on the fly.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of warehouse operations and interdependencies among different areas.
- Collaborated with Teamleaders, Ramp Agents, DG Agents, Managers, and other area leads to meet operational needs and solve complex issues.
- Scanned shipments into Federal Express tracking systems and verified label accuracy
- Sorted packages on Federal Express conveyor lines by destination and service type.
- Scanned shipment labels with handheld devices for package tracking.
- Communicated with supervisors and team members to support daily Federal Express operations.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Inspected Federal Express freight for damage, labeling issues, and handling accuracy.
- Built pallets and wrapped freight for safe transport within Federal Express facilities and aboard aircraft and trucks.
- Moved heavy packages across Federal Express warehouse floors using safe lifting methods.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of equipment promptly.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory items.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop efficient methods for sorting freight.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning the use of protective gear while on duty.
- Tracked shipment information using computerized systems such as EOPS or TRIPS software applications.
- Transported hazardous materials safely according to established protocols.
- Identified and proposed process improvements to enhance overall efficiency.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Operated GSE such as forklifts, transporters, and loaders to safely move cargo through the warehouse and load Federal Express aircraft and trucks.
- Ensured proper and efficient use of space aboard cargo aircraft and truck routes.
- Safely and efficiently stack bulk trailers, shuttles, and aircraft by hand in accordance with company policy and applicable government regulations
- Comply with OSHA standards as well as company safety policy at all times.
- Take part in the loading and unloading operations of Federal Express aircraft.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
Volunteer work
various
- Coordinated community events supporting local charities, including planning and executing the Rickenbacker airshow in 2025.
- Volunteered at homeless shelters and soup kitchens, organizing and managing clothing, food, and supply charity events from 2022-2024 alongside family.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ohio Virtual Academy
Ohio06-2022
Skills
- Weight and balance qualification
- GSE operation expertise
- Load planning
- Audit preparation
- Freight coordination
- Warehouse operations
- Detail orientation
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency response planning
- Dangerous goods handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Regulatory compliance
- Air transport compliance
- Shipping regulations
- Decision-making
- Analytical thinking
- Multitasking
- Self-motivation
Accomplishments
- Recipient of two Bravo Zulu awards
Certification
- Weight and balance qualification on A300, 757, 767, C208, C408, ATR32, and ATR 72 airframes
- Dangerous Goods Specialist
- Hazmat Spill Cleanup Specialist
- GSE Qualification to include forklift, cargo tug and dolly, belt loader, Commander 15 and 30 aircraft loaders, Kersey ET transporter, people mover, and golf cart
- Trained in defensive driving using the Smith System
- Qualified to drive aircraft pushback tugs and participate in aircraft pushback procedures
- Cargo pallet tiedown qualified
- Security coordinator
- Trained in the use of TRIPS and Workbench for use in monitoring and assigning freight to include hazardous materials to aircraft, truck routes, and shuttles
- Informal training and access to various electronic systems to include but not limited to EOPS, PSALMS, Microsoft office, FAMIS, HCH, FWR, Sharepoint, and like systems to compile and analyze sort and freight data and aid in the creation of various reports
- Trained in proper T-Stacking procedures for the safe and efficient use of cargo space
- Trained in the use of fire extinguishers and emergency medical aid including CPR certification.
- Trained in de-icing procedures on both trunk and feeder aircraft
Timeline
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Federal Express
09.2025 - Current
Ramp Agent
Federal Express
06.2024 - Current
Material Handler/Slide Captain/Input Lead
Federal Express
07.2022 - 06.2024
Volunteer work
various
High School Diploma -
Ohio Virtual Academy