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Paul Espinosa

College Place,WA

Summary

Excellent multitasking, time management, and verbal communication talents. Transportation Manager with tens years of experience overseeing teams of drivers to meet efficiency and performance targets. Strong understanding of effective routing and transportation cost-saving measures. Deep knowledge of Driver Safety procedures and DOT compliance requirements. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy with commitment to customer service and meeting deadlines. Driven leader to motivate and develop employees.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Supervisor

Yellow Freight
03.2020 - 10.2023
  • Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment
  • Work with various internal and external departments including Customer Service, Sales, Line Haul, OS&D, Billing, and other departments as necessary
  • Analyzed department and Driver performance metrics (KPIs) and productivity, provided feedback, and implemented corrective actions as needed
  • Completed weekly payroll for 24 employees.
  • Planned and established transportation routes, work schedules, and operator assignments
  • Closely monitored operations and performed regular safety audits for adherence to administrative policies and compliance regulations

Over the Road Driver

UPS
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Operate tractor-trailer for over-the-road freight deliveries to multiple locations
  • Continuously establish and foster productive and amicable relationships with management, customers, and end-users through outstanding communication and attention to detail.
  • Conducted inspections on vehicles before use at the beginning of shift each day

Safety Supervisor

Werner Enterprises
05.2013 - 06.2019
  • Directed, Mentored, and Managed the day-to-day performance of office, safety, and terminal staff and enforced safety protocols.
  • Completed annual and accident reviews of drivers in alignment with company policy and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
  • Inspected work practices and procedures for compliance with company and federal regulations.
  • Offered hands-on leadership, mentoring, and training to frustrated employees, enabling them to stay and grow to earn a place as top performers in the company.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

BIOLA University
La Mirada, CA

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Route Planning
  • Team Leadership
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Decision Making
  • Team Training and Development
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Transportation Management
  • Incident Reporting
  • Inbound Cargo Management
  • Traffic Management
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Safety Regulations Implementation
  • Decision-Making
  • Analytic Tools and Methods

Certification

Forklift Certificate 02/202
Developing Teams 01/2022
Dealing with Disgruntled Employees 04/2022
Safety Procedures and Communicating Them 10/2022
Manager Hazmat Training 06/2022
Smith Certified Instructor 02/2017
DOT Certified Drug Collector 03/2017
DOT Certified Alcohol Tester 03/2017

Timeline

Operations Supervisor

Yellow Freight
03.2020 - 10.2023

Over the Road Driver

UPS
08.2019 - 02.2020

Safety Supervisor

Werner Enterprises
05.2013 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

BIOLA University
Paul Espinosa