James Ruff
205 Maple Drive, Treynor,IA
Summary
Driven professional seeking a career opportunity that leverages education, skills, and experience to foster personal growth and positively impact others. Committed to continuous learning and development, with a strong desire to contribute to team success and organizational goals. Passionate about creating meaningful connections and driving initiatives that inspire collaboration and innovation. Eager to embrace challenges that promote both individual and collective advancement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Supervisor
FedEx Corporation
Council Bluffs, IA
09.2022 - Current
- Oversaw outbound sorting operations to ensure efficient package distribution.
- Coordinated load and unload activities, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
- Transportation Management System
- Led initiatives within outbound safety committee to enhance workplace safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce downtime.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
Material Handler
Alliance Ground International
Omaha, NE
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted in organizing warehouse layout for optimal space utilization and accessibility of materials.
- Stacked first class and priority mail into appropriate ULD containers for air shipment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track mail.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
Yard Driver
Intermodal
Council Bluffs, IA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Operated yard truck to transport trailers between loading docks and designated areas.
- Implemented best practices for trailer organization, enhancing space utilization in yard area.
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and effectively, fostering a positive work environment.
Package Handler
FedEx Ground
Council Bluffs, IA
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Assigned to the OutBound
- Operated material handling equipment to optimize package sorting efficiency.
- Ensured accurate scanning of packages for tracking and inventory management.
- Unloaded Packages using conveyor belt extendo's and operated pallet jacks and used Package unload devices.
- Loaded Packages in trailers using conveyor belt systems in place
- Started as a Switcher/Shag Driver 11-19-2021
- Certified on Tugger 9-21-2021
- Operated material handling equipment to ensure efficient package movement and processing.
- Sorted and organized packages for timely distribution in fast-paced environment.
Laborer
Douglas County Engineer's Office
Omaha, NE
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assigned to mow crew servicing grass next to roads
- Assigned to Asphalt Repair Crew
- Detailed Trucks/Pickups/Trailers
- Performed Basic Maintenance Around Office
- Assigned to paint crew servicing crosswalks and paint signs on roads
- Assigned to Sign Shop/Tool Shop servicing and creating road signs seen on the road throughout the county
Clerk/Cashier
Family Fare
Council Bluffs, IA
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Assigned to Cash Register
- Unloaded Shipments from SpartanNash
- Performed Janitorial Duties
- Stocked Products
- Assigned to Dairy Department
- Assigned to Customer Service
Courtesy Clerk
Hy-Vee
Council Bluffs, IA
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Assigned to Customer Service
- Bagged Groceries
- Assigned to Cashier Register
- Stocked Products
- Stocked Dairy Products/Milk
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Lewis Central High School
Council Bluffs, IA05-2021
Skills
- SAP Data Processing
- Basic computer programming
- Windows 10/Windows 11
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Planning and implementation
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Performance monitoring
Certification
Dangerous Goods Specialist,
Hazmat's(DOT) Inspection,
Yard Switcher Certified
First Aid Training Certified
Timeline
Material Handler
Alliance Ground International
11.2025 - 01.2026
Yard Driver
Intermodal
05.2024 - 08.2024
Operations Supervisor
FedEx Corporation
09.2022 - Current
Package Handler
FedEx Ground
08.2021 - 09.2022
Laborer
Douglas County Engineer's Office
05.2021 - 08.2021
Clerk/Cashier
Family Fare
08.2020 - 02.2021
Courtesy Clerk
Hy-Vee
04.2020 - 07.2020
High School Diploma - General Studies
Lewis Central High School