Ryan Blankenship
Scheller,IL
Summary
Reliable professional in transportation, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in route planning and safe driving practices. Excel at time management, customer service, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and client satisfaction. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
DELIVERY DRIVER/INSIDE SALES
LINDE GAS
MT VERNON, IL
10.2014 - Current
- Assisted manager in daily store operations, including inventory, retail sales, quotes, orders, transfers, emails, and phone calls.
- Made deliveries in a CDL truck to customers consisting of hardgoods and welding gases.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Help with inside sales while providing store coverage, assisting the store manager with inventory, quotes for customers, answering emails, and receiving new inventory.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from.
FORKLIFT OPERATOR
NASCOTE INDUSTRIES
NASHVILLE, IL
08.2014 - 10.2014
- Supplied the production line with parts to be painted, scanned them in and out of inventory, communicated and planned with other forklift operators to ensure the production line didn't shut down.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
NIGHT DELIVERY DRIVER
NUWAY TRANSPORTATION
MT VERNON, IL
05.2013 - 06.2014
- Logistically planned the night depending on freight volume.
- Safely drove the CDL vehicle to each store, unlocked, and delivered
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Monitored fuel level throughout shift and refueled when necessary.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Checked tires for proper inflation before leaving on each route.
- Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
QA LAB TECHNICIAN
CONTINENTAL TIRE
MT VERNON, IL
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.
- Recorded data from experiments into detailed lab reports for review by supervisors.
- Calibrated laboratory instruments according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Provided technical guidance and training to new lab technicians.
- Ordered supplies for the laboratory as needed.
- Implemented preventive measures against contamination of samples during testing procedures.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Conducted daily laboratory maintenance, including cleaning and organizing.
STOCKER/ORDER PULLER/TRUCK LOADER/NIGHT DRIVER
NAPA DISTRIBUTION CENTER
MT VERNON, IL
11.2002 - 05.2012
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual systems and or computerized databases.
- Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous material or dangerous goods.
- Operated motorized equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers as required.
- Packed boxes for shipment using appropriate packing materials.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
- Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
- Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
- Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
Education
General Studies -
Mt Vernon Township High School
01.2003
Some College (No Degree) -
Rend Lake College
Ina, ILSkills
- Mileage Tracking
- GPS Navigation
- Load Balancing
- Package scanning
- Payment Collection
- DOT Compliance
- Product Promotion
- Vehicle Cleaning and Maintenance
- Goods Transport
- Equipment Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Safe Driver Training
- Defensive Driving
- Problem-Solving
- Heavy Lifting
- Client Relationship Management
- Time Management
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Responsible driver
- Punctual and Reliable
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License
- Route Planning
- Documentation And Reporting
- Local routes understanding
- Customer Service
- Valid Driver's License
- Local Delivery
- Clean MVR
- Vehicle inspections
Timeline
DELIVERY DRIVER/INSIDE SALES
LINDE GAS
10.2014 - Current
FORKLIFT OPERATOR
NASCOTE INDUSTRIES
08.2014 - 10.2014
NIGHT DELIVERY DRIVER
NUWAY TRANSPORTATION
05.2013 - 06.2014
QA LAB TECHNICIAN
CONTINENTAL TIRE
06.2012 - 05.2013
STOCKER/ORDER PULLER/TRUCK LOADER/NIGHT DRIVER
NAPA DISTRIBUTION CENTER
11.2002 - 05.2012
General Studies -
Mt Vernon Township High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Rend Lake College
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