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Jessica Sargent

Rudd,IA

Summary

Proactive Transportation Manager with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and team management. Proven ability to optimize routes and maintain safety standards while resolving issues efficiently. Skilled in fleet management, shipment coordination, and ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Manager

Sukup Manufacturing Co
05.2012 - Current
  • Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
  • Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
  • Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
  • Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.

Correctional Officer

Floyd County Sheriff's Department
06.2007 - 05.2012
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Kaplan University
Mason City, IA
05.2013

Associate of Science - Law Enforcement

Iowa Lakes Community College
Estherville, IA
05.2009

Skills

  • Transportation Regulations
  • Route Planning
  • Shipment Coordination
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Safety regulations implementation
  • Fleet Management
  • Freight Negotiation
  • Transportation Coordination

Timeline

Transportation Manager

Sukup Manufacturing Co
05.2012 - Current

Correctional Officer

Floyd County Sheriff's Department
06.2007 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Kaplan University

Associate of Science - Law Enforcement

Iowa Lakes Community College
Jessica Sargent