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Work History
Education
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Michael Curlee

Temple,CA

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at McLane Company, excelling in regulatory compliance and data interpretation. Proven track record in empowering teams and enhancing performance metrics. Skilled in problem-solving and analytical thinking, I effectively negotiated vendor contracts, achieving significant cost savings while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Advisor, Corporate Fleet Operations

McLane Company
01.2019 - Current
  • Analyzed fleet shop performance
  • Trained teams in leadership and working towards common goals.
  • Trained teams on maintenance platforms for reporting
  • FMCSA expert on rules and CSA performances
  • Provided resources to support shops in achieving KPI and CPM goals.
  • Empowered shop supervisors through counseling and skill-building exercises.

Transportation Supervisor

McLane Company
03.2018 - 01.2019
  • Closely monitored operations and performed regular safety audits for adherence to administrative policies (Drive Cam, Hours of service) and compliance regulations.
  • Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and accurately documented driver qualifications, permits, and equipment information.
  • Applied interpersonal and customer service skills in serving as point of contact for customers and staff on subjects such as FMCSA, delivery practices and defensive driving classes.
  • Improved working conditions for teammates and fostered work environment that maximized teammate morale and engagement.

Shop Manager

McLane Company
08.2015 - 05.2018
  • Controlled costs by effectively negotiating with vendors, saving Team Riverside money on P&L on each budget per year.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms on parts and outside maintenance.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics. (KPI)
  • Scheduled teammates for shifts, taking into account driver traffic and teammates strengths.
  • Observed each teammates individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Decker Truck Line, Inc.
10.2006 - 01.2015
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

United States Marine Corps

United States Marine Corps
06.1985 - 10.2006
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
  • Established defensive positions during hostile engagements.
  • Led Marines through successful engagements with enemy forces.
  • Helped restore war-torn areas by contributing to reconstruction operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bloomington Christian High School
Bloomington, CA

No Degree - Business Management

University of Maryland
MD

Skills

  • Curriculum requirements
  • Presentations and public speaking
  • Goal setting
  • Written communication
  • Data interpretation
  • Report generation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Product knowledge
  • Analytical thinking
  • Sales strategy
  • Risk assessment
  • Problem-solving

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 4 Shop Supervisors.
  • Achieved .32CPM in 2024 with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team in the development of TMT and EKOS fuel systems.

Timeline

Advisor, Corporate Fleet Operations

McLane Company
01.2019 - Current

Transportation Supervisor

McLane Company
03.2018 - 01.2019

Shop Manager

McLane Company
08.2015 - 05.2018

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Decker Truck Line, Inc.
10.2006 - 01.2015

United States Marine Corps

United States Marine Corps
06.1985 - 10.2006

High School Diploma -

Bloomington Christian High School

No Degree - Business Management

University of Maryland