Fredrick Tucker

West Haven,CT

Summary

A detailed-oriented and experienced candidate with 10 years of experience in the warehousing sector of the Trucking Industry. I have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy by working with my team to meet the goals and vision of the organization.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator/Trainer

Saia LTL Freight

06.2023 - Current

Providing training and support to new team members on best practices in customer service, job safety and freight handling, leading to increased performance levels.
Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Loading and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines at designated locations for best project availability.
Streamlined processes for creating, updating, and distributing training materials, resulting in significant time savings for staff members involved in these tasks.

Owner

Right Way Delivery Service LLC

02.2016 - Current

Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Maintained shipping, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures

Forklift Operator

Old Dominion

08.2019 - 04.2024

Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.

Logistics Coordinator

Smith & Wesson

12.2018 - 08.2019

Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives that resulted in significant budget reductions without compromising service levels or operational effectiveness.
Developed relationships with key vendors, securing preferential treatment in pricing and terms negotiation.
Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations to maintain quality standards and minimize errors or inefficiencies.
Adapted quickly to unexpected disruptions in the supply chain, developing contingency plans to minimize negative impacts on business operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wilbur High School

New Haven, CT

06.1998

Skills

Proficient In:

Analytical Thinking
Customer Relations & Networking
Supervision and Leadership
Work Planning and Prioritization
Verbal and Written Communication
OSHA Workplace Safety
PPE Compliance
Dock Operations
Multitasking
Documentation

Directly Experience In:

Flexible and Adaptable

Calm Under Pressure
Forklift Operator Certification
Teamwork and Collaboration
Material Handling
Loading and Unloading Freight
Weight Documentation
Shipment Procedures
Load Inspection
Inventory Staging and Sorting
Inventory Counts
Merchandise Labeling
Delivery Information Verification
Management Software and Databases

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