LARRY WOOTEN
Arlington
Summary
Results-oriented safety and operations management professional with extensive experience in safety compliance, customer relations, and collections. Proven expertise in developing and executing safety programs, building strong client relationships, and optimizing operational processes to drive business growth and enhance efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage teams, negotiate contracts, and resolve customer disputes while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety & Operations Manager
Wieland
06.2023 - Current
- Lead the design and execution of safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety standards
- Conduct safety inspections, investigate incidents, and develop corrective actions to mitigate risks
- Facilitate monthly Safety Committee meetings and provide ongoing recommendations to improve safety practices across the organization
- Provide guidance on risk management strategies, contract terms, and ensure alignment with business needs during contract renewals and amendments
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Program Support Assistant
Small Business Administration (SBA)
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Supported the disaster loan process by coordinating with loan originators to secure necessary documents for approval
- Managed department operations, including preparing reports, maintaining logs, and handling phone inquiries
- Streamlined administrative workflows to meet deadlines and ensure efficient service to customers
Safety Coordinator
PepsiCo – Frito Lay
07.2012 - 06.2023
- Investigated workplace accidents and collaborated with workers' compensation to prevent future incidents
- Developed and managed an ongoing safety training program for all employees, enhancing compliance with federal and state safety regulations
- Led quality and food safety initiatives by addressing issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Maintained food safety standards and ensured compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
Local Route Driver
Accent Food Services
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Delivered products to customer locations in a timely manner, ensuring inventory was fully stocked.
- Managed product orders, reducing waste while maximizing sales.
- Conducted inventory checks and collected payment from vending machines at customer locations.
- Adhered to all company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, food handling standards, and other industry regulations.
- Boosted sales revenue by strategically placing high-demand products in prominent locations within vending machines.
Route Operations Manager
Accent Food Services
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Supervised route drivers, ensuring timely product deliveries and optimal route planning to reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction
- Coordinated with warehouse teams to ensure stock levels and product availability met delivery demands
- Ensured full compliance with company safety standards, as well as federal and state regulatory requirements
Late-Stage Collections/Recovery Specialist
Nissan Motor Acceptance
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed collections for delinquent accounts through effective skip tracing and negotiation strategies
- Coordinated with legal counsel and repossession contractors for asset recovery and dispute resolution
- Worked closely with insurance companies to resolve total loss claims and ensure timely recovery actions
Collections Supervisor / Loss Mitigation
Center Street Finance
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Led a team of collections agents, providing training and performance evaluations to optimize recovery results
- Utilized skip tracing techniques to track down customers and secure payments
- Monitored third-party vendors to ensure compliance with cost-effective recovery strategies and goals
Collections Specialist / Loss Mitigation
California Republic Bank
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Negotiated settlements and payment plans with customers to resolve delinquent accounts
- Conducted in-depth research using skip tracing tools to locate and resolve accounts
- Managed communication with attorneys, third-party vendors, and government agencies to ensure compliance with collections processes
Recovery Specialist / Loss Mitigation
United Auto Credit
10.2012 - 11.2014
- Reviewed contracts to identify opportunities for loss mitigation and maximize recoveries
- Developed and implemented processes to track and report on loss recovery efforts
- Negotiated payment plans with customers to reduce charge-off accounts and minimize company losses
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Texas A&M University
Commerce, TXHigh School Diploma -
South Oak Cliff High School
Dallas, TX05.1996
Skills
- Safety Management
- OSHA Compliance
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Risk Assessment
- Loan Processing
- Customer Relations
- Loss Mitigation
- Recovery Strategies
- Contract Management
- Negotiations
- Safety Program Development
- Training
- Collections
- Recovery Solutions
- Client Relationship Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Process Optimization
- Reporting
- Team Leadership
- Staff Development
Certifications And Licensing
- 20-Hour Safe Comprehensive Mortgage Loan Originator Fundamentals
- 3-Hour TX SML Safe: Texas Law and Practice
- 2591470
Timeline
Safety & Operations Manager
Wieland
06.2023 - Current
Program Support Assistant
Small Business Administration (SBA)
09.2020 - 06.2023
Local Route Driver
Accent Food Services
09.2018 - 08.2020
Route Operations Manager
Accent Food Services
09.2018 - 08.2020
Late-Stage Collections/Recovery Specialist
Nissan Motor Acceptance
07.2017 - 09.2018
Collections Supervisor / Loss Mitigation
Center Street Finance
09.2016 - 07.2017
Collections Specialist / Loss Mitigation
California Republic Bank
11.2014 - 09.2016
Recovery Specialist / Loss Mitigation
United Auto Credit
10.2012 - 11.2014
Safety Coordinator
PepsiCo – Frito Lay
07.2012 - 06.2023
No Degree - Business Management
Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
South Oak Cliff High School
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