Kenneth Halsne
Columbus
Summary
Accomplished Transportation Supervisor with a proven track record at McLane Company, enhancing operational efficiency and driver performance. Expert in transportation management and route planning, Skilled in coaching, I fostered a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging both hard and soft skills to exceed employer expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Supervisor
McLane Company
06.2021 - Current
- Managed routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
- Coordinated schedules and routes for drivers to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately for all transportation operations, including driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and accident/incident reports.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging feedback from drivers on ways to enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored safe operations by conducting field safety audits.
- Allocated equipment to meet transportation needs and financial goals.
- Verified that drivers transported loads safely and complied with state DOT laws.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
Driver Manager
Schneider National Inc.
05.2012 - 03.2021
- Maintained accurate records of driver hours, vehicle maintenance, and fuel costs for thorough fleet management.
- Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity.
- Reduced accidents and safety incidents through rigorous monitoring of driver behavior and adherence to safety protocols.
- Counseled drivers on violations of company policy or service standards to improve performance.
- Evaluated driver performance regularly using a combination of objective metrics and direct observation, providing constructive feedback to support professional growth.
- Coordinated with drivers to organize timely pickup and delivery.
- Addressed driver communications and provided required data to drivers.
- Analyzed key performance indicators regularly to identify areas for improvement within the transportation department.
- Monitored compliance with DOT regulations and maintained necessary documentation for audits and inspections.
Driver/Instructor
Schneider National Inc.
05.2008 - 05.2012
- Collaborated with other instructors to share best practices and develop new teaching methods for better results.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of student performance, offering constructive feedback for improvement.
- Improved student driving skills by providing clear and concise instructions during practical lessons.
- Contributed to a safer community by equipping students with proper defensive driving techniques.
- Assisted students in overcoming nervousness or anxiety related to driving by providing encouragement and reassurance throughout the learning process.
- Taught drivers how to drive, shift and back up trucks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lewis Cass Jr Sr High School
Walton, IN06-1985
Skills
- Transportation management
- Route planning
- Routing
- Vehicle maintenance
- Transportation regulations
- On-time delivery
- Handheld scanners
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance monitoring
Timeline
Transportation Supervisor
McLane Company
06.2021 - Current
Driver Manager
Schneider National Inc.
05.2012 - 03.2021
Driver/Instructor
Schneider National Inc.
05.2008 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Lewis Cass Jr Sr High School
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