Robert Arnold
XPO
Southaven,Ms
21
Years of experience
Dynamic Freight Operation Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in logistics and team management. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, with a focus on driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a collaborative work environment to achieve operational excellence.
Work History
Freight Operation Supervisor
21 Years 1 Month- Supervised daily freight operations to ensure timely and accurate delivery of shipments.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing efficiency in freight handling and logistics management.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues and streamline workflows.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for freight operations and safety protocols.
- Monitored performance metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress updates, challenges faced in daily operations along with possible solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase overall efficiency in the sorting, loading, unloading, and dispatching of freight shipments.
- Ensured timely deliveries by coordinating schedules, routes, and truck assignments for optimal results.
- Recognized and rewarded top-performing team members for their contributions to achieving operational excellence in freight handling processes, fostering a motivating work environment.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, safety guidelines as well as job-specific tasks for smooth integration into the team.
- Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances.
- Determined staffing needs, developing schedules to staff all shifts.
Education
GED
Skills
Route planning
Freight scheduling
Shipping regulations compliance
Load planning
Positive attitude
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking Abilities
Loading and unloading
Reliability
Workplace safety
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Team leadership
Material handling and moving
Problem resolution
Forklift operation
Task prioritization
Work Planning and Prioritization
Employee motivation
Timeline
Freight Operation Supervisor
XPO
05.2005 - CurrentRead More
Southaven High School
GED
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