Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Personal motivation
References
Timeline
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Russell Thornton

Winter Haven,FL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Integrity driven and detail mined with a strong teamwork belief.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Fleet Driver

Walmart Transportation, LLC
Ft. Pierce, FL
11.2021 - Current

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  • Adhered to company policies related to safety, security, defensive driving techniques.
  • Managed multiple deliveries and pickups efficiently while maintaining strict deadlines.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety inspections on work vehicle to record and report malfunctions

Delivery Driver

Oreilly Auto Parts Distrbution Center
Lakeland, FL
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.

OTR Driver

Bynum Transport
Auburndale, FL
06.2013 - 01.2021
  • Executed daily pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle was safe and compliant with DOT regulations.
  • Followed company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, and compliance with traffic laws.
  • Operated tractor trailer combinations over long distances to transport goods or materials.

Transportation Supervisor

Hungry Howie's Distribution
Lakeland, FL
07.2004 - 11.2012
  • Coordinated daily transportation operations, including scheduling and routing of drivers.
  • Monitored driver performance and provided feedback to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Managed team of drivers to ensure timely delivery of goods while adhering to applicable laws and regulations.
  • Set routes for optimal deliveries, coordinated driver and staff schedules and assigned out specific tasks.
  • Enforced strict safety rules and regulations to protect workers and minimize company liability.
  • Addressed problems head-on and worked with customers, personnel and supervisors to resolve concerns.
  • Handled personnel hiring, performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures for the warehouse team.
  • Monitored daily shipping, handling and receiving to promote smooth operations within warehouse.
  • Enforced strict safety procedures and protocols through successful management of warehouse team members.

Grocery Supervisor

Publix Grocery Store
Auburndale, FL
07.1991 - 01.2000
  • Managed inventory and supply levels to ensure sufficient stock for peak hours.
  • Supervised cashiers in the checkout process ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
  • Ensured that shelves were properly stocked with merchandise according to established guidelines..
  • Prepared monthly financial statements for review by management team members.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures including counting money drawers and verifying receipts.
  • Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions drive culture of performance excellence.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Counted and balanced registers.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Auburndale Senior High School
Auburndale, FL
06-1992

Skills

  • Team Development
  • Transportation Regulation Knowledge
  • Operations Management
  • Fleet Management & Logistics
  • Verbal And Written Communication
  • Data Entry
  • People Management
  • Leadership
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Team Building & Leadership
  • Time Management Expertise
  • Positive Attitude
  • Articulate Communication Skills

Accomplishments

  • 20 years safe driving
  • Nicknamed Coach for my love of encouraging people in their life

Personal motivation

  • Personnel engagement
  • Problem solver
  • Walmart Store Ambassador

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Private Fleet Driver

Walmart Transportation, LLC
11.2021 - Current

Delivery Driver

Oreilly Auto Parts Distrbution Center
01.2021 - 11.2021

OTR Driver

Bynum Transport
06.2013 - 01.2021

Transportation Supervisor

Hungry Howie's Distribution
07.2004 - 11.2012

Grocery Supervisor

Publix Grocery Store
07.1991 - 01.2000

High School Diploma -

Auburndale Senior High School
Russell Thornton