James Hayes
Saint Ann,MO
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Semi trucks and Flatbed trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning the field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 6 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
B & L Warehouse
St. Louis, MO
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
- Maximized accuracy in order preparation through thorough verification against packing slips before loading onto transport vehicles.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
J Price Shipping LLC
St Louis, MO
06.2023 - Current
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Assessed vehicles in fleet, identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Machine Operator Supervisor
Frontenac Forestry
St Louis, MO
06.2016 - 06.2023
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Mentored new hires on proper machine operation techniques, reducing errors and improving overall productivity.
Warehouse Worker
KDAR
Saint Charles, MO
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Increased accuracy of inventory records through meticulous documentation and regular audits.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
Education
GED -
Harris-Stowe State University
St Louis, MO01.2011
Skills
- DOT Compliance
- Delivery Instructions Verification
- Cargo Handling
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Document Management
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Equipment Operation
- Trailer maintenance
- GPS mapping
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Flatbed truck expertise
- Decision-Making
- Delivery Scheduling
- Truck loading and unloading
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
J Price Shipping LLC
06.2023 - Current
Machine Operator Supervisor
Frontenac Forestry
06.2016 - 06.2023
Warehouse Worker
KDAR
02.2013 - 02.2016
Forklift Operator
B & L Warehouse
01.2012 - 01.2013
GED -
Harris-Stowe State University