JAMES ELMORE
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Accomplished and energetic with a solid history of achievement in and tomorrowMotivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Areas of expertise include Safety first team player pay attention to detail Quick learner and always on time Self motivated with a drive to be excellent Goal - oriented dedicated to high levels of customer satisfaction and meeting aggressive business goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Operational Manager
MoRoutes LLC
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Improved team productivity through effective communication, training, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets for multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and cost control.
- Increased customer satisfaction with consistent quality control measures and proactive issue resolution.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing negotiations and improved service levels.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop strategic plans aimed at achieving long-term organizational growth and success.
- Implemented innovative solutions to address operational challenges, leading to increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Mentored staff members on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
Lead Driver
Future Vision INC
Joliet, IL
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Acted as a mentor to junior drivers, sharing insights and best practices for maintaining safety standards and improving overall performance on the job.
- Provided ongoing training to new drivers, emphasizing company standards and best practices for efficient operations.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by providing timely deliveries and prompt communication with clients.
- Handled complex logistical challenges in high-pressure situations while maintaining professionalism under tight deadlines.
Equipment operator intermodal
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Franklin park, IL, USA
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Intermodal Shipping Freight By Rail For Canadian Pacific Railroad yard I transported 40 foot containers 53 foot containers to and from the train I also had to do some climbing on the train to unlock and lock containers For Unloading and loading the train
Driver
Renzenberger
Chicago, IL, USA
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Transported railroad Crews around the city and Suburbs From diifferent Railroad yards and hotels Also Loaded and unloaded the Crews luggage
Warehouse General Laborer
Staffmark Staffing
Bolingbrook, IL
09.2014 - 02.2016
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently, fostering a collaborative work atmosphere.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments with care to prevent damage to products or packaging materials.
- Assembled products when necessary, adhering to high-quality standards while maintaining production timelines.
- Collaborated with colleagues on special projects or tasks, demonstrating adaptability within various warehouse roles.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Maintained punctuality and reliability in attendance, contributing to overall team success in meeting deadlines and goals.
- Prepared orders for shipment by carefully selecting items from storage locations according to pick lists.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
Picker/ Packer
Sperian
Bolingbrook, IL, USA
07.2011 - 07.2013
- Pick and pack products for Specific routes according to pick sheets
Driver/Mover
Reebie Storage & Moving Co.
Chicago, IL, USA
07.1997 - 06.2011
- Drove 24 footer straight trucks also had to pack and wrap the customers furniture and load and unload the customers furniture Also assemble and disassemble appliances
Education
High School Diploma - General studies
Dunbar Vocational Career Academy High School
Chicago, IL06.1994
Skills
- English Language Writing
- Active Listening
- Customer and Personal Service
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Time Management
- Computers and Electronics
- Service Orientation
- Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Monitoring
- Social Perceptiveness
- Mathematics
- Active Learning
- Complex Problem Solving
- Education and Training
- Transportation Operation and Control
- Equipment Selection
- Pay attention to detail
Timeline
Operational Manager
MoRoutes LLC
01.2023 - Current
Lead Driver
Future Vision INC
01.2020 - 07.2023
Equipment operator intermodal
Canadian Pacific Railroad
05.2016 - 06.2019
Warehouse General Laborer
Staffmark Staffing
09.2014 - 02.2016
Driver
Renzenberger
08.2013 - 05.2017
Picker/ Packer
Sperian
07.2011 - 07.2013
Driver/Mover
Reebie Storage & Moving Co.
07.1997 - 06.2011
High School Diploma - General studies
Dunbar Vocational Career Academy High School