Merideth Lee
Smyrna,TN
Summary
High-energy team leader with excellent problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and multitasking capabilities. Fosters a company culture that encourages associates to voice questions, concerns, and contribute new ideas that drive company growth. Reliable and dedicated customer enthusiast with extensive knowledge and experience in Federal, State Transportation, and OSHA regulations. Known for being organized and dependable, successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on additional responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Coordinator
Chewy Fulfillment
05.2023 - Current
- Analyzed transportation data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Tracked shipments from dispatch through delivery to verify timely arrival.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring shipments and proactively addressing potential delays.
- Optimized vehicle utilization through strategic scheduling and efficient load planning methodologies.
- Built and maintained strong partner relationships for smooth, cost-effective logistics.
- Met safety and regulatory standards for full operational compliance.
- Coordinated complex transportation projects, effectively allocating resources and staff to ensure successful outcomes.
- Developed strategies to reduce transportation costs and increase operational performance.
- Provided ongoing training for transportation staff to enhance skills, knowledge, and overall performance within the department.
- Proactively identified potential risks in shipment routes and implemented contingency plans minimizing disruptions.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers, fostering partnerships that led to improved service levels and reduced costs.
- Mentored junior personnel providing guidance on navigating complex logistical challenges resulting in increased productivity.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations by regularly reviewing policies and procedures for the transportation department.
- Worked with service providers to resolve issues and correct delays.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Coordinated responses to emergencies by dispatching vehicles and bringing in additional personnel.
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and team operation and productivity.
- Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
- Worked closely with personnel and contractors to resolve problems.
- Maintained operations in compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Switcher Driver
Transportation Associate
Amazon
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Inbound and Outbound Gate check-in/out
- Physical and virtual yard audit utilizing auditing and compliance software to ensure accuracy of onsite trailers
- Input and follow up of damaged trailer claims and 3rd party removal requests
- Operate hostler in yard to move trailers to/from dock slips and parking slips
- Pre Trip DOT inspection reports of hostler and trailers
- Comply with company policies, and procedures and DOT regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, trailer designations, violation and incident reporting requirements, break periods, etc)
- Deescalation and positive support of 3rd party driver situations
- Provided support to various Amazon sites within the node when staffing needs arose
- Follows hostler and delivery schedules to ensure on time departure
- Track and report working hours and breaks at appropriate times in accordance with DOT regulations
- Adheres to and actively promotes yard safety policies
- Obeys all applicable traffic laws and drive in accordance with weather/road conditions
- Point of Contact
- Smith Systems certified.
Outbound Ship Dock Associate
Amazon
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Monitors RODEO to confirm package count and volume
- Utilizes SSP to confirm container count, ensuring staging and stacking areas are clear
- References YMS for trailer type and any notes pertaining to trailers
- Highly skilled in maintaining a safe, clean work area
- Helps in loading and unloading of trailers
- Works under pressure efficiently without supervision
- Demonstrates the ability to stand for extended periods of time and lifting up to 40 lbs
- RWC Authorized Operator
- TDR Operator
- Utilizes PRISM to ensure accurate labeling for expedited delivery
- Captain America Lead
- Pick trained.
Hairstylist/Owner
Reds Love its in the Hair
11.2017 - Current
- Provides technical hair services including cutting, straightening, coloring, highlights, balayage, hair extensions and special occasion hair styling
- Actively listens to customer request and implements required changes to meet and exceed guest expectations
- Maintains guest records and bookkeeping for tax purposes.
Hairstylist
Epic Salon and Spa
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Upheld the standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by state law as well as the salon's practices and procedures
- Consulted with clients and analyzed hair, in addition to other physical attributes, to suggest the proper beauty treatments and hair styles
- Maintained operational readiness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Tennessee Tech of Nashville
Nashville, TN12.2003
Skills
- Logistics functions
- Transportation Scheduling
- Shipping Documentation
- Workflow Coordination
- Loading & shipping schedules
- Report Generation
- Emergency Response
- Regulatory Compliance
- Policy Enforcement
- Incident Reporting
- Vehicle inspections
- Environmental awareness
- Industry Regulations
- Safety standards
- Schedule Management
- Documentation Management
- Documentation skills
- Securing loads
- Handheld Scanners
- Load Planning
- Inventory Tracking
- Regulatory knowledge
- DOT Compliance
- Inspecting vehicles
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Leadership
- Quality Assurance
- Safety Procedures
- Documentation And Reporting
- Workplace Safety
- Material Handling
- Staff Training
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Transportation Coordinator
Chewy Fulfillment
05.2023 - Current
Transportation Associate
Amazon
05.2022 - 12.2022
Outbound Ship Dock Associate
Amazon
07.2020 - 04.2022
Hairstylist/Owner
Reds Love its in the Hair
11.2017 - Current
Hairstylist
Epic Salon and Spa
11.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Tennessee Tech of Nashville