Paul Phillps
Normangee,TX
Summary
Accomplished Yard Manager at Daniel Coleman Construction, adept in safety management and critical thinking, enhanced yard efficiency and customer satisfaction significantly. Skilled in fleet management and problem-solving, led initiatives that boosted operational excellence. Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities, achieving notable improvements in productivity and performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Manager
Daniel Coleman Construction
12.2024 - Current
- Managed a team of yard staff, delegating tasks effectively for optimal productivity and performance.
- Enhanced yard efficiency by implementing streamlined processes for inventory management and organization.
- Established clear lines of communication between the yard and office staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, leading to increased repeat business and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained an organized system for tracking inventory levels, tools, equipment, and vehicles used throughout daily operations.
- Collaborated with other managers on company-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing operational excellence across all locations.
- Increased safety standards in the yard by conducting regular inspections and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
- Reduced equipment downtime through regular maintenance checks and timely repairs.
- Streamlined daily operations by introducing time-saving procedures that improved overall workflow efficiency.
Transportation Driver
Wilsonart
10.2021 - 12.2024
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills, consistently meeting tight deadlines and maintaining punctuality for all scheduled routes.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding shipment statuses, delays, or any other pertinent information.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and professional transportation services.
- Adhered to traffic laws while navigating various weather conditions, maintaining a clean driving record throughout tenure.
- Coordinated effectively with team members including dispatchers, loaders, unloaders during operations for smooth logistics management.
- Performed thorough pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure proper function and safety of equipment.
- Maintained excellent safety record with strict adherence to company policies and regulations.
- Assisted in the training of new drivers, sharing best practices for safe and efficient transportation.
- Provided exceptional customer service during pick-up and delivery interactions, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Continuously updated knowledge of routes, construction zones, detours, or hazardous conditions for optimal travel planning.
- Informed management of daily activities by updating logs with mileage and delivery information.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected issues that arose during transport or delivery processes swiftly.
Logistics and Operations Manager
A&P Oil and Gas
02.2014 - 03.2021
- Managed departmental budgets by analyzing expenditures and reallocating resources for maximum impact.
- Reviewed financial reports, identified cost trends, and adjusted operational strategies accordingly.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
Plant Planner
Nucor
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided insights through data collection for strategic planning sessions.
- Reviewed existing procedures to enhance workflow and reduce bottlenecks.
- Conducted risk assessments for informed project planning and execution.
Transport Driver
Wilsonart
03.2005 - 10.2012
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained high customer satisfaction by working quickly and accurately.
- Navigated challenging road conditions to deliver goods securely in various weather situations.
- Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Biological Engineering
Blinn College
BrenhamNo Degree - Law Enforcement
TEEX Law Enforcement Academy
Bryan, TX01-2001
High School Diploma -
Normangee ISD
Normangee, TX05-2000
Skills
- Scheduling and planning
- Warehouse operations
- Safety management
- Environmental awareness
- Fleet management
- Project planning
- Maintenance coordination
- Heavy machinery operation
- Incident reporting
- Equipment assessment
- Problem-solving skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Yard Manager
Daniel Coleman Construction
12.2024 - Current
Transportation Driver
Wilsonart
10.2021 - 12.2024
Logistics and Operations Manager
A&P Oil and Gas
02.2014 - 03.2021
Plant Planner
Nucor
10.2012 - 01.2014
Transport Driver
Wilsonart
03.2005 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Biological Engineering
Blinn College
No Degree - Law Enforcement
TEEX Law Enforcement Academy
High School Diploma -
Normangee ISD
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