Paul Benoit
Cocoa,Florida
Summary
Results-driven logistics professional prepared for demands of dynamic logistics environment. Extensive experience in streamlining transportation and warehouse operations to enhance overall efficiency. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, known for adaptability and reliability in meeting changing needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Range Manager
The Alamo Gun Range
Cocoa, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted in planning and execution of various shooting competitions, promoting camaraderie among shooters and increasing membership numbers.
- Implemented emergency response procedures that minimized injuries during critical situations on the range grounds.
- Managed inventory effectively, maintaining adequate supplies while minimizing waste and cost overruns.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to ensure a safe shooting environment for all participants.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop relevant courses that catered to diverse skill levels within the community of shooters.
- Increased member satisfaction by actively addressing concerns and resolving disputes in a timely manner.
- Trained new staff members in all aspects of range supervision, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
- Coordinated maintenance efforts to keep facilities clean, functional, and up-to-date with industry best practices.
- Reduced incidents of rule violations by designing clear signage and providing thorough briefings for users.
Engine Setter
Sea Ray Boats
Merritt Island, Florida
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Moved, organized and prepared materials to accomplish jobs smoothly.
- Kept work areas orderly and clean for maximum productivity.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, maintaining a safe working environment for all staff members.
- Implemented process improvements that led to reduced production times and increased output.
- Adhered to company policies and regulations consistently supporting overall organizational objectives.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased productivity and reduced waste.
- Maintained safe working conditions and followed proper operating practices and procedures to avoid injuries and accidents.
Wildland Firefighter
Florida Forest Service
Cocoa, Florida
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Collaborated with interagency partners to share resources, knowledge, and strategies for more effective wildfire response.
- Supported incident management teams with accurate mapping, GPS tracking, and real-time information sharing.
- Promoted public awareness of wildfire dangers by participating in community outreach programs and events.
- Increased operational efficiency with thorough pre-season equipment maintenance and inspection routines.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Cavalry Scout
United States Army
01.2000 - 12.2013
- Operated wheeled and tracked vehicles and communications equipment.
- Educated newer members on platoon inner workings, answered questions and provided advice on daily duties.
- Communicated updates on task completion to supervisors, maintaining smooth operations.
- Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock, investigating discrepancies and errors.
- Directed platoon tactical movements, platoon security operations and platoon route and zone reconnaissance.
- Supervised security of $ 60 million worth of highly sensitive equipment.
Education
84 Semester hours - Fire Science Management
American Military University
American Military UniversitySkills
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Logistics analysis
- Shipment coordination
- Transportation planning
- Transportation management
- Inventory management
- Warehouse management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials and supply allocation
- Inventory control
- Warehouse and transportation operations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
- Promoted to Manager after 1 years with the company.
Military Experience
UNITED STATES ARMY, Cavalry Scout, Stationed and or deployed at multiple locations both in the United States and overseas, Evaluated and designed realistic training for soldiers who would deploy to various combat zones across the world. Small arms/ heavy weapons instructor, and hand to hand Combat instructor. Provided all-source intelligence assessments and estimates at the tactical, operational, and strategic levels dealing with enemy capabilities, intentions, vulnerabilities, effects of terrain and weather on operations, and predicts enemy courses of action. Was trained out of primary duty of a Cavalry scout to fill a shortage in unit to be the Supply Sergeant and HAZMAT Noncommissioned officer. Also assigned additional duty as mail handler for Basic training unit of over 250 soldiers.
Professional Experience
Established and enforced Standard Operating Procedures to achieve maximum efficiency of personnel, equipment and buildings, Served as a first line supervisor of up to 30 personnel scheduling work and leave, reviewing and evaluating performance, mentoring and training, and implementing disciplinary actions, Worked under pressure, multitasked, and met tight deadlines, Accurately maintained 100% accountability without loss or inconsistency of supply records including hand receipts, transactions, files, and transfers of over $16 million dollars of equipment and property, Appointed Unit HAZMAT NCO, Scheduled and requested supplies to companies, Responsible for Acquisitions, Procurement, coordinated transportation and allocation of essential equipment and supplies, Managed government credit card and reconciled the monthly purchases of subordinate supply personnel, Conducted high quality training for groups up to 50+ personnel, Provided one-on-one instruction to new soldiers in training and officers during the pre-qualification and if needed requalification on small arms, Consistently revised operational methodology in order to improve the accomplishment of the task in a constantly changing environment, Responsible for the coordination, planning, implementation, and recording all of the training programs, Knowledge of local law enforcement training in the areas of defensive tactics/measures; and use of force, Trained higher ranking individuals in the area of threat activity assessment and security operations utilizing On-The-Job (OJT) training methodologies in a combat zone, Presented annual and individual security briefings, Collected, processed, analyzed, and briefed senior officers and staff on threat information to accomplish anti-terrorism and force protection missions, Investigated all security incidents within the organization and forwarded report and recommendation to higher, Ensured that facilities met physical security standards, and complied with government regulations
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Florida Driver's License
Timeline
Range Manager
The Alamo Gun Range
01.2022 - Current
Engine Setter
Sea Ray Boats
01.2017 - 12.2017
Wildland Firefighter
Florida Forest Service
01.2016 - 12.2016
Cavalry Scout
United States Army
01.2000 - 12.2013
84 Semester hours - Fire Science Management
American Military University
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