Daniel Payne
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Experienced warehouse and delivery specialist with a strong foundation in managerial and general labor positions. Results-oriented professional with a strategic mindset and hands-on experience, consistently delivering impactful solutions to enhance organizational performance. Demonstrating expertise in strategic thinking and problem-solving, adept at identifying and implementing effective solutions for success. Proven track record of surpassing expectations, dedicated to driving efficiency and maximizing productivity within the organization.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
City Of Tucson Environmental Services
09.2021 - Current
- Inspected and cleaned equipment after each job.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance checks on light equipment and reporting any issues promptly.
- Supported environmental initiatives by following best practices in waste disposal and recycling during daily operations with mobile machinery.
- Balanced workload effectively with time-sensitive tasks, ensuring the timely completion of each route while maintaining a high level of service quality.
Residential Driver
Waste Management
04.2011 - 09.2021
- As a driver, it is my responsibility to inspect my truck at least twice a day and write up any discrepancies so they can be repaired that night to ensure that there are no customer interruptions the following day.
- Maintain housekeeping inside the vehicle.
- Record and update maps and special instructions for customers’ needs and special hazards associated with each stop.
- Follow company and Federal policies and procedures.
- Safely drive and remove the customer’s trash and recycle materials on a regular basis.
Merchandise Stocker
City Market
02.2010 - 04.2011
- Received and unloaded tractor-trailers using forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
- Inspected for damage and out-of-date items.
- Rotated and stocked shelves to maintain freshness.
- Built end caps of weekly sale items for catching the customers’ attention.
- Boosted overall store performance through keen attention to detail during all stocking procedures, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
- Aided in efficient inventory control measures, identifying potential overstocks or shortages based on sales trends.
- Increased merchandise availability by efficiently organizing stockroom and maintaining inventory levels.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety guidelines during stocking activities.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
Food Services/Transport
Archuleta School District 50 JT
10.2009 - 04.2011
- Transported food and supplies to three schools and the bus barn.
- Received trucks and rotated stock to ensure dated items were used before expiration.
- Maintained freezer, refrigerators, and pantry.
- Ensured all areas were kept clean and organized.
- Assisted on inventory counts on a weekly basis.
- Ran the Meal Time Computer at the High School to ensure all the student’s confidentiality was maintained.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Supported customer satisfaction efforts through prompt resolution of delivery issues.
- Enhanced order fulfillment accuracy, double-checking each order against its picking list.
- Improved record-keeping accuracy, diligently updating warehouse management system with transaction details.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Route Driver
At Your Disposal
05.2009 - 10.2009
- As a driver, it is my responsibility to inspect my truck at least twice a day and write up any discrepancies so they can be repaired that night to ensure that there are no customer interruptions the following day.
- Maintain housekeeping inside the vehicle.
- Record and update maps and special instructions for customers’ needs and special hazards associated with each stop.
- Follow company and Federal policies and procedures.
- Safely drive and remove the customer’s trash and recycle materials.
Owner/Operator for FedEx Home Delivery
Daniel L. Payne
12.2004 - 04.2008
- Owned three routes and employed two drivers.
- Repaired and maintained my 4 delivery trucks.
- Delivered and picked up packages at residences and businesses in San Diego County.
- Ensured that I and my employees were professional and courteous to all of the customers we saw on a day-to-day basis.
- Appropriate tracking and documentation of all vehicle paperwork for both the Department of Transportation and California Highway Patrol.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail during inspection and sorting processes.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
Branch Logistics Manager
Apria Healthcare
02.1993 - 11.2004
- In the 11 years that I worked for Apria, I started as a Delivery Driver, became a Dispatcher, Transportation Supervisor, and lastly the Branch Logistics Manager.
- Managed five supervisors, four dispatchers, five warehouse personnel, and thirty drivers.
- Developed and maintained schedules to reduce overtime.
- Ensured all personnel were trained and followed the company's policies and procedures.
- Maintained the inventory levels to meet our marketing needs and performed annual physical inventory.
- Kept all records and receipts of repairs for the fleet of vehicles to ensure that all of the D.O.T.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.
- Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, leading to improved pricing and service levels.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
Education
Diploma -
Wayne County High School
Waynesboro, TN05.1986
Certificate -
Wayne County Vocational School for Auto Mechanics
Waynesboro, Tn05.1986
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Equipment inspections
- Following instructions
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Computer skills
- Organization and time management
- Cleaning and organizing
- Packaging and labeling
- Heavy lifting
- Loading and unloading
- Sorting and labeling
- Material handling
- Warehouse operations
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and receiving
- Receiving and processing shipments
- Order fulfillment
- Materials handling and transport
- Data entry
- Inventory tracking
- Order preparation
- Safety training
- Warehouse logistics
- Hazardous materials handling
- Delivery scheduling
- Shipping documentation
- Supply ordering
- Material safety data sheets
- Verbal and written communication
- Inventory control
- Equipment maintenance
- Barcode scanning
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Equipment Operator
City Of Tucson Environmental Services
09.2021 - Current
Residential Driver
Waste Management
04.2011 - 09.2021
Merchandise Stocker
City Market
02.2010 - 04.2011
Food Services/Transport
Archuleta School District 50 JT
10.2009 - 04.2011
Route Driver
At Your Disposal
05.2009 - 10.2009
Owner/Operator for FedEx Home Delivery
Daniel L. Payne
12.2004 - 04.2008
Branch Logistics Manager
Apria Healthcare
02.1993 - 11.2004
Certificate -
Wayne County Vocational School for Auto Mechanics
Diploma -
Wayne County High School
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