Ka-Leel Blakeney Sr.
Kannapolis,NC
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 7 years in logistics. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Tractor 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.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
United Parcel Service, UPS
02.2021 - 03.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
P&D Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
05.2016 - 02.2021
- Supported team members in maintaining a high level of efficiency within the department.
- Exhibited professionalism in all interactions while representing the company''s brand positively.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient deliveries.
- Contributed to warehouse operations as needed, assisting with inventory management and order preparation.
- Reduced instances of damaged goods through careful handling during loading and unloading processes.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills by consistently meeting or exceeding delivery deadlines.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to effectively manage daily schedules and prioritize deliveries based on urgency.
- Minimized delays by utilizing GPS navigation systems and staying updated on traffic conditions.
Processing Technician
S&D Coffee And Tea
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Oversaw the training and development of new processing technicians, contributing to the creation of a skilled and cohesive workforce capable of meeting organizational objectives.
- Ensure machines are running at peak performance during shift and effectively report issues to Supervisor and Team Lead
- Ensure all downtime issues and machinery adjustments are turned in to Supervisor and/or Team Lead
- Maintain charts of liquids processed, ensuring parameters are recorded correctly and adhere to recipe specifications
- Accurately interpret work orders and other instructions to assure proper materials and specifications are being followed
- Perform inventory transactions with attention to detail and accuracy
- Accurately and legibly complete all required checks and paperwork
- Maintain lot traceability and documentation
- Communicate production needs and issues to the Team Lead or Supervisor
- Operate material handling equipment as necessary
- Verify product tags to ensure correct ingredients are added in accordance with the recipe being produced
- Move product accurately through processing equipment completing all required checks following proper documentation technique
- Read and record pH level. Adjust as required per product recipe.
- Perform required sanitation duties following proper protocol
- Perform all scheduled Autonomous Maintenance activities
- Cross train with sugar/dairy receiving
- Perform other duties as assigned by management; tasks are not exclusive or limited to duties specified on this list.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, standards, safety and GMP requirements.
- Follow all required work safety procedures to include wearing all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Perform all duties and actions in a safe manner and continuously monitor areas to ensure that safety procedures are being followed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Al Brown High School
Kannapolis, NC06.2014
Skills
- Safe Driving
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- DOT Compliance
- GPS and route planning
- Inclement weather driving
- Equipment Operation
- Flexible schedule availability
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Clean MVR
Timeline
Truck Driver
United Parcel Service, UPS
02.2021 - 03.2024
P&D Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
05.2016 - 02.2021
Processing Technician
S&D Coffee And Tea
02.2014 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Al Brown High School
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