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Michael Luth

Dock Supervisor
Cary,IL

Summary

Outbound dock supervisor with 18 years of experience managing unloading and loading of freight to achieve most revenue per trailer.

warehouse operations. Talented in training and scheduling 25 employees to sustain production needs. Professional and clear communicator successful in managing efficiency while boosting morale through constructive employee feedback and staff reviews.

Hardworking team player with goals of achieving and surpassing goals set for the dock

Able to think outside the box to move freight down the road using logical alternative plan Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Dock Supervisor

Yellow Freight
Cary, IL
11.2005 - 07.2023
  • Managed team of 25 to facilitate domestic shipments.
  • Trained new dockman and new outbound supervisors.
  • supervisors.
  • Improved employee performance 20 % through coaching and feedback.
  • Communicated and coordinated with all departments to verify operational peak performance.
  • Recorded number of units moved or handled, using work tickets and daily production sheets.
  • Reported and established key performance metrics to monitor and meet company goals.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
  • Loaded trucks and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Implemented loading dock process and productivity improvements.
  • Managed team of [Number] to facilitate domestic shipments
  • Communicated and coordinated with all departments to verify operational peak performance.
  • Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.
  • Participated in training and safety drills to prepare for emergency situations occurring on dock.
  • Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Operated computer systems and internal software to track and record cargo movements.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Inspected cargo for proper packaging to meet safety and security regulations.
  • Coordinated with other departments to direct cargo to correct destinations and avoid loading and unloading errors.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Geography

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Shipment Preparation
  • Dock Safety
  • Efficient Routing
  • Routine Inspections
  • Job Assignments
  • Coaching and Training
  • Load Security and Guidance

Timeline

Dock Supervisor

Yellow Freight
11.2005 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Geography

Northeastern Illinois University
Michael LuthDock Supervisor