Derrick Wilks

Otsego,MN

Summary

Logistics professional with expertise in workflow coordination and team leadership. Proven track record in implementing effective inventory management systems that enhance operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining high service quality standards and optimizing logistics processes.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / Operator

Gemini Express llc

North Branch, Minnesota

03.2023 - Current

Managed daily operations and logistics for a successful delivery service, enhancing efficiency.
Oversaw staff scheduling, maintaining streamlined team workflows.
Coordinated customer interactions to ensure excellent service quality.
Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
Implemented inventory management systems to optimize supply processes.

Warehouse Supervisor

Viking Coca Cola

Saint Cloud, Minnesota

04.2020 - 02.2023

Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment handling, improving compliance and workplace safety.
Supervised daily warehouse operations, optimizing workflow and enhancing overall productivity.
Operated forklifts for material transportation within the warehouse, maintaining safety standards.
Conducted daily equipment inspections to verify safe operating conditions.
Resolved team conflicts and facilitated effective communication, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Assisted in scheduling shipments and deliveries based on customer requirements.

Assembly Line Worker

Quanex

Saint Cloud, Minnesota

09.2017 - 02.2020

Assembled metal parts according to specifications and quality standards.
Verified orders to ensure accuracy of parts before assembly.
Recorded daily production quantities for individual and work center tracking.
Assisted in training personnel on operations and procedural compliance.
Maintained high standards of quality control while working efficiently.

Dispatcher

Knife River

Sauk Rapids, Minnesota

01.2012 - 10.2017

Coordinated daily dispatch schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials.
Monitored vehicle locations using GPS tracking systems for accurate real-time updates.
Ensured effective communication of logistics through precise monitoring of vehicle locations.
Utilized software for address verification, estimating arrival times, and providing directions.
Regularly adjusted call priorities on dispatch board according to caller requirements.
Leveraged various computer systems to streamline movement planning and scheduling.
Executed administrative tasks, including database updates and document preparation, to support management operations.

Skills

Logistics management
Logistics optimization
Inventory control
Route optimization
Quality assurance

Workflow coordination
Team leadership
Staff training
Problem solving
Customer service

Timeline