Gabriel Vinton

• Review work throughout the work process and at completion to ensure that it has been performed properly
• Transmit and explain work orders to dock associates
• Check specifications of materials loaded or unloaded against information contained in work orders
• Inform designated employees or departments of items loaded or problems encountered
• Examine freight to determine loading sequences
• Perform the same work duties as those supervised or perform more difficult or skilled tasks or assist in their performance
• Conduct staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics, such as safety
• Counsel employees in work-related activities, personal growth, or career development
• Inspect equipment for wear and for conformance to specifications
• Resolve personnel problems, complaints, or formal grievances when possible, or refer them to higher-level supervisors for resolution
• Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, or disciplinary measures
• Assess training needs of staff and arrange for or provide appropriate instruction
• Schedule times of shipment and modes of transportation for materials
• Inventory supplies and requisition or purchase additional items, as necessary
• Collaborate with workers and managers to solve work-related problems
• Plan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staff for effective performance of activities and response to fluctuating workloads

Road Dispatch Responsibilities:
• Support and/or contribute to planning transportation needs for the efficient movement of volume in an effort to maximize capacity, minimize partial trailer loads, and ensure service integrity for assigned areas.
• Direct the dispatch of transportation equipment in accordance with the Linehaul plan.
• Collaborate with other FedEx Freight Terminals to efficiently and effectively plan both contractor and equipment needs to ensure sufficient coverage for trailer movements.
• Coordinate and track the processing and movement of FedEx trailers, rental equipment, new trailers, and dollies in the FedEx network.
• Manage domiciled drivers to cover the Linehaul network to maximize resource use and minimize tractor dwell.
• Ensure Linehaul Dispatch and Arrival rules are followed according to defined company procedures.
• Coordinate shipments to maximize trailer volume while meeting package delivery obligations (e.g., guaranteed a.m. deliveries, Guaranteed shipments, Priority Plus shipments).
• Enter trip details into an online system to ensure on-time delivery and pick-up of trailers.
• Verify the location of equipment in the dispatch system through yard inventories.
• Conduct yard checks to verify load/unload status of trailers and timely reports missing equipment.
• Follow and communicate safety initiatives to promote a safety-conscious culture.
• Investigate and report schedule delays, accidents, and equipment failures, implementing contingency plans to ensure on-time delivery in case of issues.
• Review and communicate Department of Transportation (DOT) roadside violations to management.
• Coordinate with Safety and Maintenance departments to monitor monthly tractor safety inspections and ensure annual certificates comply with DOT regulations.

• Read orders to ascertain catalog numbers, sizes, colors, and quantities of merchandise
• Obtain merchandise from bins or shelves
• Complete order receipts
• Keep records of out-going orders
• Place merchandise on conveyors leading to wrapping areas
• Loaded completed pallets to corresponding freight trailers.

• Perform quality checks on products and parts
• Package finished products and prepare them for shipment
• Rotate through all the tasks required in a particular production process
• Review work orders and blueprints to ensure work is performed according to specifications
• Complete production reports to communicate team production level to management
• Determine work assignments and procedures
• Maintain production equipment and machinery
• Provide assistance in the production of wiring assemblies
• Supervise assemblers and train employees on job procedures
• Operate machinery and heavy equipment, such as forklifts