Proactive and dependable leader offering 15 years of experience in transportation. Skilled in developing a strong team. I have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Highly skilled in workplace organization, cutting costs and resource planning .
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Supervisor
Sysco
01.2023 - Current
Supervise daily activities of 135 full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees within all aspects of employment: recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training (including meeting state, federal, and company safety and regulation guidelines)
Manages labor hours and consumable supplies within budget
Prepare work schedules including extra work days and shifts as needed
Oversee proper selection utilization of company assets in support of the delivery department
Organize required repairs with proper departments as necessary
Communicate with Sales Management and Marketing Associates to collaboratively resolve any customer or delivery opportunities or issues
Visit customer locations and meet with customers to address issues and assess delivery difficulties
Coordinate efforts with safety department to aid in training, conduct associate observations, update preferred work methods, conduct accident investigations to determine root causes and routine safety inspections
Make recommendations for disciplinary action and/or behavior modification where required
Execute management functions of staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews and/ or terminations
Assist in shipping/receiving departments
Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment.
Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and accurately documented driver qualifications, permits and equipment information.
Demonstrated tasks to new hires and assigned to experienced workers for further training.
Managed driver safety awards program, promoting safe driving and working safe initiative.
Improved working conditions for employees and fostered work environment that maximized employee morale and engagement.
Maintained and verified time, transportation, financial, inventory and personnel records.
Planned and established transportation routes, work schedules and operator assignments.
Closely monitored operations and performed regular safety audits for adherence to administrative policies and compliance regulations.
Verified that drivers completed required safety training and attended quarterly driver safety meetings.
Warehouse Manager/Dispatcher
Paragon Development Systems, Inc
10.2019 - 01.2023
Supervised daily activities of full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees within all aspects of employment: recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training (including meeting state, federal, and company safety and regulation guidelines)
Dispatching of staff for daily jobs, handling office duties including walk-in sales and customer inquiries, as well as ordering, delivery, and receiving
Oversaw product shrink, equipment, and services; coordinated with other departments/ positions for ordering, applications, ect.
Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulations; oversee compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies (DOT, OSHA, EPA, USDA, etc.)
Assist in developing budget and asset needs
Work with Safety Directors to establish and implement programs to include housekeeping, safety, and equipment maintenance to avoid breakdowns and limit safety hazards; identify and correct safety concerns
Communicate with other locations, departments, all levels of management
Working near moving equipment, outside and inside, in all- weather conditions
Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
Billing/purchasing/procurement/dispatching routes
Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
CDL Class A Driver
Hage Construction and concrete
06.2018 - 06.2019
Supervised and assisted in demolition , form and application of concrete construction
Used various types of equipment to aid in project development i,e, Bobcats, skid loaders, dump trucks
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Clearly communicated with the owner to give updated information on estimated job completion times or delays
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
CDL Class A Driver and Tech Assistant
DMS Health Technologies
12.2016 - 04.2018
Drive mobile imaging unit to clinics and hospitals thru out MN/WI
Assisted the tech with onboarding patients
Responsible for maintenance upkeep, PMS, annual inspections and all QC operations within the mobile unit
Complied with DOT/FMSCR rules and regulations
Perfect attendance record
Completed all necessary paper work, including confidential logs
Interacted with end users to directly address surfaced issues and reach quick resolutions.
Maintained detailed and current records on customers, orders and assignments.
Handled service requests, tracking and prioritizing issues based on level of need to streamline problem resolution.
Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Completed basic and semi-skilled work with little or no oversight.
Truck Driver
Metro Produce Distributors Inc
05.2012 - 11.2016
Drove class a vehicles to local grocers thru out metro area
Loaded and unloaded trucks at customer locations by hand jack and brought product onto customer floor per customer request
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
07.2010 - 03.2012
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Inbound Sales Rep Lead
Comcast
09.2007 - 09.2009
Handled customer complaints and resolution
Answered incoming calls, providing the highest customer experience using PC based computer
Sold new services to new customers and upgraded additional products and services to existing customers
Performed basic troubleshooting tactics to resolve technical issues.
Memorized scripts to achieve easy conversational flow in interactions with potential customers.
Performed work in compliance with established regulations, policies and standard operating procedures.
Developed and maintained working knowledge of products and services to deliver timely, accurate information.
Exceeded productivity targets and sales goals
Worked with multiple means of communication within fast-paced environment.
Trained and coached new representatives regarding daily duties through shadowing, reverse shadowing and role-playing.
Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Education
Diploma -
Jennings High School
Saint Paul, MN
2005
Skills
Shipping & Receiving
Transportation Management
Scheduling
Fleet Management & Logistics
Schedule Development
Driver Safety Programs
Heavy Equipment Operation
Inventory Control
Dispatching (4 years)
Purchasing
DOT Regulatory Compliance
Warehouse Management
Additional Information
Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer