James Darby
Mount Holly,NJ
Summary
Proven leader in logistics and operations management, with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction at Dartran Trucking LLC. Skilled in staff management and decision-making, consistently meeting financial targets through strategic planning and team leadership. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Cowan Systems
Burlington, NJ
11.2022 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
Manager of Operations
Dartran Trucking LLC
Mount Holly, NJ
04.2018 - 11.2023
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing overall operational expenses without compromising service quality.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for staff members.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, promoting professional growth opportunities through coaching methods.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing competitive pricing arrangements that benefited the organization''s bottom line results.
- Mentored junior team members in their career progression pathing endeavors towards managerial roles within the company structure framework.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Led team meetings to discuss performance metrics, fostering culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Arch Transport LLC
Dupo, IL
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Reduced downtime due to mechanical issues by quickly identifying problems and coordinating repairs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining open communication with clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Lawrence11.2012
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Gibbs College
Livingston, NJ03.2009
High School Diploma -
Piscataway Township High School
Piscataway, NJ06.2006
Skills
- Staff Management
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Logistics Management
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Driver
Cowan Systems
11.2022 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Arch Transport LLC
07.2019 - 04.2022
Manager of Operations
Dartran Trucking LLC
04.2018 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Gibbs College
High School Diploma -
Piscataway Township High School