Kirk Shelton
Akron,OH
Summary
Results-driven Transportation Logistics/Safety Manager with a proven track record of developing and implementing safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations and minimize workplace hazards. Skilled in fostering a safety-first culture through effective training, risk assessment, and proactive incident management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Safety Manager
Welty Gilbane/Thorne Construction
Cleveland, OH
05.2024 - Current
- Certified in OSHA 30, First Aid and AED procedures
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations
- Conducted safety audits of construction sites to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective action
- Provided on-site training to workers in proper use of protective equipment and safe work practices
Operations Manager
Greyspace Transportation & Logistics
Akron, OH
02.2018 - 05.2024
- Directed activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking of transportation vehicles
- Maintained financial and administrative controls, accurately tracking funds and keeping records current
- Communicated clear objectives and implemented hands-on strategies resulting in peak performance
- Used problem-solving abilities to anticipate and troubleshoot issues threatening to disrupt operations
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Created detailed reports on the performance of individual departments within operations.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
General Manager
National Express, LLC
Lisle, IL
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Reviewed budgets and develop the annual operating plan business review
- Directed, coached and developed staff including Operations Supervisor, Dispatcher, Router, Office Administrator, Driver Maintenance
- Identified key safety issues affecting the safety of passengers and employees and took corrective action to resolve these concerns to 100% satisfaction
- Enhanced and built on customer relationships to ensure customer retention
External Auditor
County of Summit Department of Job and Family Services
Akron, OH
06.2007 - 01.2014
- Conducted fiscal and eligibility audits in accordance with federal, state and county rules and regulations
- Monitored sub-recipients spending and payment records as well as analyzed and approved budgets of sub-recipients
- Developed and maintained accurate and concise records, reports, and other documentation
- Maintained close contact with sub-recipients to ensure proper adjustments were made in fund usage (e.g., operations, billing, account balances, funding need projections, invoice transactions and policy and procedure changes)
Education
MBA -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
Morehouse College
Timeline
Construction Safety Manager
Welty Gilbane/Thorne Construction
05.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
Greyspace Transportation & Logistics
02.2018 - 05.2024
General Manager
National Express, LLC
08.2015 - 01.2017
External Auditor
County of Summit Department of Job and Family Services
06.2007 - 01.2014
MBA -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
Morehouse College
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