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BRIAN BAUM

Surprise,AZ

Summary

Adept at planning long-term goals and day-to-day streamlining for organization. Successful at personal and worker safety with an exceptional eye for detail and commitment to efficiency.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Dock Supervisor

Saia LTL Freight
05.2021 - Current
  • Route planning.
  • Enforced safety regulations.
  • Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards.
  • Trained new supervisors on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Inspecting of city and line haul trailers for claim free and safety.
  • Continuous improvement among dock staff promoting best practices in workflow efficiency.
  • Promoting a positive work environment by fostering open communication.

Supervisor

UPS
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals
  • Realigned workflows with changing business demands by evaluating processes and employee strengths
  • Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively
  • Conducted evaluations and reviews for employees.

Service Center Manager

R&L Carriers
10.2016 - 10.2020
  • Managed day-to-day operations of center, including scheduling, monitoring performance and creating daily reports
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings
  • Hired and trained new employees on warehouse safety and company policies
  • Facilitated dispatch support to manage emergencies while supporting operational efficiency
  • Directed day-to-day warehouse activities and set long-term goals
  • Developed strategies to maximize production and reduce costs
  • Supervised worker efficiency and rectified issues with performance
  • Initiated initial responses to emergencies involving transport personnel and resources, completed vehicle and industrial accident reports and assisted in investigations as necessary
  • Conducted internal program reviews to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
  • Coached and mentored staff members through constructive feedback to develop long-term career goals.

Operations Manager

R&L Carriers
12.2014 - 10.2016
  • Analyzed operational performance and implemented plans to attain organizational and financial goals
  • Provided leadership to employees through coaching, feedback and performance management
  • Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity and efficiency.
  • Empowered staff members to contribute to, , quality and growth of company
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by coordinating staff development and succession planning
  • Capitalized on existing talent while facilitating recruitment and development of new talent.

Silver Bullet

R+L Carriers
12.2013 - 12.2014
  • Trained, mentored and supported, providing regular performance review, feedback and coaching in deficient areas
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality
  • Conducted performance reviews providing coaching and feedback to benefit both company and employee
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance
  • Transformed work area by increasing production, reducing turnover, eliminating waste and enhancing quality
  • Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.

Service Center Manager

R&L Carriers
02.2004 - 12.2013
  • Same operational duties as Service Center Manager in Phoenix, AZ from 10/2016 to 10/2020

Inbound Supervisor

R&L Carriers
07.2002 - 02.2004
  • Supervised all facets of routine deliveries by effectively routing loads, managing drivers and meeting DOT requirements
  • Monitored daily operations and performed safety audits to check that staff followed administrative policies and regulations
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
  • Maintained workplace safety by involving employees in order to maximize engagement and team morale
  • Set routes for optimal deliveries, coordinated driver and staff schedules and assigned out specific tasks
  • Maintained productivity goals by organizing and transferring incoming shipments and equipment
  • Supervised, hired, trained, evaluated and motivated team and managed day-to-day activities of department.

Freight Handler

R&L Carriers
07.2001 - 07.2002
  • Assisted in training new warehouse employees
  • Inspected and reported or repaired damaged cargo
  • Verified shipping labels and tracking numbers during the loading and unloading of freight
  • Culled knowledge of OSHA safety standards to communicate potential hazards and issues to supervisor
  • Secured items in trailers by strapping, tables and dunnage

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management And Sales/Marketing

Bryant And Stratton College
Syracuse, NY
06.1996

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Goal oriented
  • Work Ethic
  • Employee training
  • Supervision
  • Processes and Procedures
  • Issue and conflict resolution
  • Payroll
  • Document Processing
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Dock Supervisor

Saia LTL Freight
05.2021 - Current

Supervisor

UPS
11.2020 - 01.2021

Service Center Manager

R&L Carriers
10.2016 - 10.2020

Operations Manager

R&L Carriers
12.2014 - 10.2016

Silver Bullet

R+L Carriers
12.2013 - 12.2014

Service Center Manager

R&L Carriers
02.2004 - 12.2013

Inbound Supervisor

R&L Carriers
07.2002 - 02.2004

Freight Handler

R&L Carriers
07.2001 - 07.2002

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management And Sales/Marketing

Bryant And Stratton College