Joseph Adams
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Results-driven Area Planner II with a track record of optimizing operational efficiency through strategic planning and compliance monitoring. Experienced in team building and mentoring, ensuring high-quality project deliverables.
Detail-oriented planning professional skilled in problem-solving and effective communication. Proven ability to enhance service delivery and mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Planner II
Hirschback Motor Lines
Dubuque, IA
06.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic planning processes to optimize operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior planners, fostering skills development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Managed successful day-to-day operations of projects by maximizing productivity from available resources.
- Implemented best practices in planning methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and effectiveness across all projects.
- Developed strong relationships with planner, driver leaders and customer service reps , ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
Night Dispatcher / Dayshift Planner
Lessors Inc.
Eagan, MN
11.2010 - 06.2022
- Coordinated timely dispatch of freight, optimizing delivery routes for efficiency.
- Monitored real-time logistics operations using advanced tracking software.
- Ensured compliance with safety and regulatory requirements during dispatch operations.
- Trained new dispatch staff on operational procedures and systems.
- Collaborated with drivers to resolve issues and maintain consistent communication.
- Analyzed dispatch data to identify process improvements and enhance service delivery.
- Assisted management in evaluating employee performance by providing feedback on dispatcher strengths and areas for improvement.
- Contributed to overall company success by consistently meeting or exceeding key performance indicators related to dispatch operations.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively, providing clear instructions to drivers while contacting necessary authorities as needed.
- Expedited delivery times by proactively identifying potential delays and adjusting routes accordingly.
Driver / Route Coordinator /driver Support
U.s.foodservice
Lakeland, FL
12.1998 - 10.2010
- Delivered products efficiently to diverse locations while adhering to safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and reports for operational consistency.
- Conducted vehicle inspections and performed routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with warehouse teams to streamline loading processes and reduce wait times.
- selected product to load on too trucks
- built the routs for other drivers , directed selectors on which products to load and what order to load them in
- reviewed drivers logs for errors and coached drivers how to properly log there trips
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and efficient route navigation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Gibson High School
Lakeland, FLSkills
- Data management
- Customer focus
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Detail-oriented
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Interpersonal skills
- Compliance monitoring
Timeline
Area Planner II
Hirschback Motor Lines
06.2022 - Current
Night Dispatcher / Dayshift Planner
Lessors Inc.
11.2010 - 06.2022
Driver / Route Coordinator /driver Support
U.s.foodservice
12.1998 - 10.2010
High School Diploma -
Lake Gibson High School