Lawrence Kootz
North Chelmsford,MA
Summary
Efficient Linehaul Coordinator with experience in logistics, freight management, and route planning. Known for strong problem-solving skills and ability to effectively coordinate transportation functions. Previous work has demonstrated success in improving delivery efficiency and reducing operating costs through innovative strategies and process improvements. Skilled in team leadership and communication, ensuring smooth operations and high levels of customer satisfaction.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1986
1986
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Linehaul Coordinator
RIST transportation
Billerica, Massachusetts
09.1991 - Current
- Coordinated linehaul schedules to optimize efficiency across transportation routes.
- Managed communication between drivers, dispatchers, and clients for timely updates.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and company policies during operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Resolved issues related to delays or discrepancies in shipping processes promptly.
- Assisted in tracking shipments using transportation management systems and software.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve coordination efforts.
- Developed routing plans for drivers that optimized delivery times while minimizing costs.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to coordinate efficient loading and unloading processes for linehauls.
- Coordinated daily linehaul operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and policies.
- Participated in meetings regarding route optimization strategies or improvements to existing procedures
- Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
- Addressed any discrepancies between actual freight delivered versus estimated freight loads.
Dispatcher
Ama Transportation
Billerica, MA
09.1991 - Current
- Coordinated dispatching of vehicles for efficient transportation services.
- Managed communication between drivers and customers for timely updates.
- Implemented route planning to optimize delivery schedules and reduce delays.
- Assigned drivers to appropriate routes based on customer needs.
- Scheduled loads according to priority and available equipment.
- Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
- Managed daily delivery and work schedules to maximize coverage.
- Organized paperwork associated with deliveries including manifests, bills of lading, packing slips.
- Verified driver credentials prior to assigning them a route or task.
Driver
Ama transportation
Billerica
09.1991 - Current
- Operated various types of vehicles for transporting goods and materials.
- Ensured timely deliveries to clients and maintained schedule adherence.
- Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
Education
East Boston High School
Boston, MASkills
- Route optimization
- Transportation management
- Safety compliance
- Incident resolution
- Load planning
- Problem solving
- Efficient multitasking
- Transportation regulations
- Strong communication skills
- Geographical expertise
- Freight coordination
- Safety standards
Timeline
Linehaul Coordinator
RIST transportation
09.1991 - Current
Dispatcher
Ama Transportation
09.1991 - Current
Driver
Ama transportation
09.1991 - Current
East Boston High School