Justin Payne
Elwood,IL
Summary
Skilled and Reliable Yard Switcher with background in efficient management of yard operations. Experience includes coordinating with Line Haul, Dispatchers, operating switch engines and maintaining accurate records of all movements and activities. Strengths lie in adhering to safety regulations, demonstrating strong communication skills, and ensuring timely loading and unloading of goods. Contribution to previous workplaces includes improved operational efficiency through proactive coordination and diligent attention to detail.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Switcher
FedEx Ground
Romeoville, Illinois
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted in conducting risk assessments prior to commencement of worksite activities.
- Conducted regular inspections of vehicle units ensuring they are safe for use.
- Advised workers on correct methods of lifting heavy objects safely.
- Provided guidance to workers on proper use of equipment and tools.
- Instructed workers in proper operation of machinery and equipment.
- Ensured that all employees were wearing proper personal protective equipment.
- Transported loads between terminals, warehouses and other designated areas safely.
- Utilized radio communication devices to communicate with drivers regarding directions or delays.
- Supervised the loading and unloading process at various locations within the yard area.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicles to verify safety.
- Inspected and maintained yard switching equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Loaded and unloaded containers from trucks using the appropriate lifting techniques.
- Enforced company policies pertaining to safety procedures when operating any type of machinery or vehicle.
- Maintained communication with Yard Switcher personnel during operations to coordinate activities.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on yard switching equipment such as brakes, lights, tires.
- Loaded material onto trucks and secured for transport.
- Utilized yard management computer systems to input shift data.
- Operated powered industrial trucks such as Switcher Units to move product around distribution center
Voluntary Worker
Jehovah's Witnesses
Joliet, IL
03.2013 - Current
- Help neighbors in the community by encouraging Bible reading.
- Tracked volunteer attendance using an online tool.
- Maintained records of donations received by the organization
- Help in Accounting in keeping the facility running financially
- Assisted with facilities maintenance, cleaning, repairing
Package Handler
FedEx
Romeoville, IL
02.2017 - 11.2023
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Received multiple employ of the month rewards.
- Won the scanning competition.
- Palletized boxes to streamline movement and shipment.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
- Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
- Used scanners to track parcel information such as condition or receipt.
- Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
- Used hand tools and loading equipment, including pallet jacks and two-wheelers.
- Assisted mangers with area efficiency by using the radio to help clear upstairs sorter jams and relocate packages to other trailers when full and when drivers take the trailers early.
- Operated pallet jacks, tuggers and carts to move, pick up or store products.
- Alerted managers of damaged packaged and leaking packages when unloading and loading trucks.
- Notified maintenance department of issues requiring repairs.
- Made consistent load rates of 300-350 and top level load rates of 400 and 500.
- Received scanning rewards, QRP and employ of the month multiple times.
Trainer
FedEx Ground
Romeoville, Illinois
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Documented all training activities including attendance records, feedback forms, surveys.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
- Resolved any issues raised by participants during the training session in a timely manner.
- Maintained up-to-date records of trainee progress and provided regular updates to management team.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Remained up-to-date with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books or magazine articles.
Delivery Driver
UberEATS
Joliet, IL
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs, including cleanliness and tire checks to keep car functional.
- Collected and tracked customer payments to meet financial demands.
- Drove up to 300 miles daily using my vehicle to deliver food.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Unloaded packages from my car for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklist before first delivery with 100% accuracy rate.
- Located and selected merchandise to verify against delivery sheet specifications.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Went 300 days operating motor vehicles without accident.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Inspected and maintained gas, oil and water levels as well as tires, lights and brakes.
- Selected and adjusted routes to maximize vehicle fuel economy and decrease delivery times by 10%.
- Avoided delivery delays by carefully planning best routes with GPS.
- Operated delivery vehicles 2-3 days per week, averaging 700-900 miles on road and 50-60 customers served.
Porter
Standard Markert
Naperville, IL
06.2015 - 02.2017
- Demonstrated dedication and work ethic through consistent attendance and top-level performance.
- Received multiple employ of the month rewards.
- Made different prepared foods for customers such as Pizzas, salads and deli sandwiches.
- Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning skills such as cooking Fried Chicken, Rotisserie Chicken and Chicken Vesuvio.
- Packaged Prepared food for customers such as Lobster, soup, tenders, BLT potatoes,etc.
- Handled glassware, crystal and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.
- Scraped and cleaned food from dirty dishes.
- Removed trash and placed garbage and recycling receptacles in approved area for trash pickup.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
- Gave top level customer service for help in looking for items, preparing items, and doing special food requests.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
- Received recognition from mangers and employ of the month multiple times.
Cart Attendant
Sams Club
Joliet, IL
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Took out store trash and cleaned up parking area at the end of the and middle of the day to keep business presentable.
- Retrieved carts from docking areas in retail parking lots.
- Organized carts in bay after returning from parking lot.
- Engaged customers in friendly conversation, carefully handled bagged items, offered additional services and thanked customers for business.
- Greeted guests and members upon arrival and departure.
- Gathered and corralled shopping carts, ferried carts back to store and helped guests carry out and load larger items or large grocery orders.
- Cleaned parking lots and sidewalks by picking up litter, removing snow and treating ice and monitored outside activities to keep area safe for customers.
- Delivered Service to customer with disability's in locations.
- Gas station attendant reliever.
- Helped people with disability's by filling up there car with gas for them.
- Changed the signs by hand for gas prices.
Voluntary Worker
Joliet, IL
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Helped in keeping watch of children and maintaining a safe and fun environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joliet Central High School
Joliet, IL06.2014
Skills
- Package loading
- Merchandise tracking
- Package preparation
- Materials handling and transport
- Shipping and receiving
- Tugger certified
- Communications
- Yard management
- Problem resolution
- Vehicle inspection
- Radio communication
- Employee training
- Risk assessment
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Maintenance
- Effective communication
- Trailer maneuvering
- GPS navigation
- Route planning
- Truck inspection
- Defensive driving
- Safe driving practices
- Trailer transport
- Yard switching
- Fuel efficiency
- Switching coordination
- Professionalism
- Team collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Stress management
- Team coordination
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Professional demeanor
- Self motivation
Phone
cell, 815-516-9339
Timeline
Yard Switcher
FedEx Ground
11.2023 - Current
Trainer
FedEx Ground
11.2021 - 06.2023
Delivery Driver
UberEATS
06.2019 - 11.2019
Package Handler
FedEx
02.2017 - 11.2023
Porter
Standard Markert
06.2015 - 02.2017
Cart Attendant
Sams Club
09.2014 - 04.2015
Voluntary Worker
Jehovah's Witnesses
03.2013 - Current
Voluntary Worker
06.2012 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Joliet Central High School