Gregory Torry
Chicago,IL
Summary
Professional with strong background in freight operations, logistics coordination, and safety protocol adherence. Skilled in managing complex schedules, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining equipment integrity. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, with ability to adapt to changing needs. Renowed for reliability, effective communication, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freight conductor
CSX Transportation
Riverdale, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Manage flexible work schedule, consistently fulfilling 40-60 hour work weeks to support team productivity.
- Dedicated efforts on holidays and weekends to maintain workflow and meet deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable railroad rules and regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of locomotive equipment to uphold operational standards and safety regulations.
- Operated switches, signals, crossing, and other railway devices along the route.
- Operated freight trains safely, adhering to all regulatory guidelines and safety protocols.
- Engaged with yardmasters to ensure effective management of switching operations upon entering and departing all yards.
- Verified paperwork necessary for freight shipments was accurate before departure from stations.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to optimize train schedules and enhance operational efficiency.
- Observe yard traffic to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
- Operated freight trains safely across multiple routes while adhering to all federal regulations.
Mover
Two Men & A Truck
Tinley Park, IL
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated logistics for residential and commercial moves, ensuring timely and efficient service delivery.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environment for 40-50 hour work weeks.
- As a mover a two men and a truck I prepared trucks for move with necessary materials and boxes to ensure we were ready for the day.
- Operated moving equipment safely, adhering to all safety protocols and industry standards.
- Trained new team members on proper packing techniques and equipment handling procedures.
- Managed inventory of moving supplies, optimizing resource allocation for each job.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns to enhance overall satisfaction.
- Developed strategies for improved packing methods, reducing damage during transit.
Receiving Operator
Andersen Windows
Menomonie, WI
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Rotate as required through multiple duties (sorting, loading/ unloading, checking-in material, cross-docking, transporting material to and from all areas of plant). Engage in cross training to maintain flexibility and adaptability to support resource planning
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments for 40-60 hour work weeks.
- Maintained meticulous inventory records using warehouse management systems to ensure accuracy.
- Follow specific loading/ unloading processes, load units and material without fork damage
- Stage material for inbound and outbound shipping as well as cross-docked material to all sites of the Enterprise
- Assist with training co-workers
- Trained in using heavy equipment such as forklift or similar equipment
Quality Inspector I
Nolato Contour, USA
Baldwin, WI
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Read blueprints and instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the product and supplies
- Approve or reject raw materials with respect to quality standards and record supplier performance
- Select output samples and check them using appropriate methods (measuring dimensions, testing functionality, comparing to specifications, etc.)
- Maintain records of testing, information, and various metrics such as the number of defective products per day, etc.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
- Conducted detailed inspections of components and assemblies to ensure quality standards compliance.
Machine Operator
Sons Metal Stamping
Eau Claire, WI
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Creates metal stamped parts through automated press equipment Processes parts through a secondary operation to further increase the part value.
- Work around equipment safely with a high level of attention to detail to ensure the quality of the parts being processed.
- Proficient in:
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
Electronics Associate/ Overnight stocker
SAM'S CLUB
Tinley Park, IL
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Keep department neat and stock, use POS register, manage cash drawer.
- Finalize internet sales, customer assistance, stocking shelves and telephone etiquette and communication
- Perform daily inventory audit for TVs, game systems, cameras, GPS, and other high-dollar product.
- Assist customers in the purchases of electronics devices including TVs, computers, cameras, gaming consoles, and cellular devices.
- Develop corporate accounting policies and procedures manual.
- Enhance communication skills by helping customers with purchasing products by recommendations and answering questions.
- Diagnose hardware and software problems, and replace defective components, perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- Provide customer technical assistance including setting up newly purchase computers, printers, and wireless networks.
- Handle the restocking of shelves and/or inventory in the store outside operation hours
- Maintain the look of the store and the merchandise via proper stocking and attractive displays
- Oversee and manage inventory stock items outside work hours
- Disseminate tasks according to the store’s procedures and guidelines
- Liaise with vendors and drivers and engage them with a positive attitude
Education
High School Diploma -
Dwight D Eisenhower High School
Blue Island, IL05.2016
Skills
- Logbook maintenance
- Clear dispatch messaging
- Train inspections
- Task prioritization
- Detailed Route analysis
- Weather condition adaptation
- Hazardous materials handling
- safety documentation management
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Team Building
- Safety Training
Certification
- Licensed Conductor 2023-Current
- Licensed RCO Conductor 2023-Current
Timeline
Freight conductor
CSX Transportation
08.2023 - Current
Mover
Two Men & A Truck
08.2022 - 08.2023
Receiving Operator
Andersen Windows
07.2020 - 07.2022
Quality Inspector I
Nolato Contour, USA
07.2020 - 11.2021
Machine Operator
Sons Metal Stamping
05.2019 - 07.2020
Electronics Associate/ Overnight stocker
SAM'S CLUB
06.2017 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Dwight D Eisenhower High School