DERRICK LEDFORD
US Express Carriers
CHATTANOOGA,UNITED STATES
13
years of professional experience
Achieved timely deliveries by effectively coordinating transportation routes.,Enhanced cargo handling efficiency through diligent loading practices.,Secured operational reliability by maintaining equipment in optimal condition.
Coordinated the intake of inventory, confirming quantities and quality upon arrival.
Work History
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
3 Months- Operated long-haul trucks to transport goods across multiple states safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel usage according to federal guidelines.
- Implemented efficient route planning to minimize delivery times and reduce fuel costs.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes, delays, or issues encountered during trips.
- Adhered to DOT regulations and company policies while ensuring timely deliveries of freight loads.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering goods promptly and addressing client concerns professionally.
RECEIVING AND RECYCLING SUPERVISOR
7 Years 9 Months- Oversee receiving to ensure precise inventory, reducing errors, boosting stock accuracy.
- Improve inventory tracking, minimizing discrepancies, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Lead team in receiving operations, fostering collaboration, achieving measurable results.
- Streamlined receiving processes to enhance inventory accuracy, leading to noticeable reductions in discrepancies and improved operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize recycling workflows, fostering a culture of sustainability and increasing overall material recovery rates.
ORDER PICKER
4 Years 6 Months- Picked and packed over 200 orders daily, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by optimizing order picking routes.
- Collaborated with team to maintain a 98% accuracy rate in order fulfillment.
- Reduced order processing time by identifying and resolving bottlenecks.
Education
COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE
GED
Skills
Leadership (Skillful)
Process Optimization (Skillful)
Timeline
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
US Express Carriers
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
RECEIVING AND RECYCLING SUPERVISOR
Hamilton Plastics INC
08.2018 - 05.2026Read More
ORDER PICKER
Amazon Fulfillment
02.2014 - 08.2018Read More
Chattanooga State Community College
GED
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Chattanooga State Community College
COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE
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