Daniel Westmoreland
Davenport,IA
Summary
Dependable Labor Relations and Safety Manager with track record of improving workplace safety through training and development. Offering significant experience in fast paced freight environments. Articulate communicator with individuals from all levels of organization.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety and Compliance Coach
Tucker Freight Lines
03.2023 - Current
- Train and coach team of 50 drivers on my assigned board.
- Coordinate open deck driver orientation to include training.
- Monitor driving habits and coach for improvements as needed.
- Perform daily HOS compliance audits.
- Assign professional development training and follow up safety training for drivers that have performance and safety issues.
- Initiate correction actions for policy infractions.
Freight Operations Supervisor
XPO Logistics
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Improved dock bills per hour efficiency by implementing streamlined processes for freight handling and organization.
- Reduced shipping errors by closely monitoring load plans and verifying trailer manifests.
- Enhanced employee productivity with regular performance evaluations, feedback sessions, and targeted training programs.
- Ensured timely deliveries by coordinating schedules, routes, and truck assignments for optimal results.
- Conducted daily safety meetings, driver qualification audits, and spot inspections on commercial motor vehicles and equipment.
Director of Labor Relations
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Negotiated three labor contracts for the company.
- Implemented safe work rules to help increase productivity and avoid injuries.
- Trained site supervisors on productive conversation techniques.
- Attended labor law conferences.
- Was in charge of labor relations for the company and it's subsidiaries.
- Developed strategies to help GMs and Supervisors avoid contract violations.
- Authored the safety culture checklist.
Labor Relations Manager / Terminal Manager
USF Holland - Division Of YRC Worldwide
08.2005 - 10.2018
- Enhanced labor relations by developing and implementing effective policies and procedures.
- Negotiated five labor contracts for the company.
- Resolved conflicts between employees and management through skillful mediation and negotiation techniques.
- Increased employee satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
- Streamlined communication channels to improve information sharing between management and staff.
- Terminal Manager of the facilities in Wausau, WI and Rock Island, IL
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management With Applied Management
Kaplan University
Davenport, IASkills
- Building Safety Culture
- Compliance Management
- Labor and Employee Relations
- Conflict Resolution
- Safety Training
- Group leadership
- Negotiations
- Team Building
- Safety, Operations, and Driver Management
Accomplishments
United States Marine Corps Veteran
Promoted to Sergeant in 4 years
Section Chief for the Motor Transport Section
Rifle and Pistol Range Coach
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Armed Forces Medal
Sea Service Deployment
Timeline
Safety and Compliance Coach
Tucker Freight Lines
03.2023 - Current
Freight Operations Supervisor
XPO Logistics
08.2022 - 02.2023
Director of Labor Relations
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
10.2018 - 07.2019
Labor Relations Manager / Terminal Manager
USF Holland - Division Of YRC Worldwide
08.2005 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Management With Applied Management
Kaplan University
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