Ryan Hepinstall
Ferris
Summary
Organized and dependable logistics professional with a proven track record in optimizing supply chain operations and enhancing delivery schedules. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail enable effective management of multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. Recognized for a collaborative approach that fosters team success and adaptability to evolving needs, consistently willing to take on added responsibilities to achieve team goals. Expertise in inventory control and vendor management underscores a commitment to reliability and flexibility in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Supervisor
Ryder
2023.02 - 2026.03
- Oversaw daily logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety protocols.
- Optimized storage solutions within the warehouse to maximize space utilization while maintaining organization standards.
- Trained, scheduled and evaluated 30+ employees.
- Directed team members during peak periods using effective communication strategies to ensure smooth operations under high pressure situations.
- Resolved any issues arising from shipment discrepancies or damaged items promptly, minimizing impact on overall operations.
- Developed strong relationships with key clients through frequent communication and exceptional service delivery.
- Increased productivity with effective staff scheduling and task delegation, ensuring optimal use of resources.
- Collaborated with other supervisors to maintain smooth inter-departmental communication and operations.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for growth opportunities and areas requiring improvement.
- Assisted upper management in setting departmental goals aligned with company objectives while providing input based on real-world experiences.
- Enhanced employee performance through targeted training programs and regular feedback sessions.
- Analyzed data trends to forecast future demand accurately, enabling better resource allocation and planning.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
- Determined staffing needs, developing schedules to staff all shifts.
- Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions.
- Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
- Developed standard operating procedures for team to follow and maintained records of activities.
- Scheduled shifts and shift changes to accommodate workload and customer needs.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances.
- Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
Team Lead
Ryder
2022.12 - 2023.02
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
- Enforced team adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
- Monitored progress of tasks to provide feedback for improvement.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity and efficiency.
- Handled day-to-day receiving overseeing more than 6,000 packages per day.
- Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances.
- Developed standard operating procedures for team to follow and maintained records of activities.
- Monitored production levels and implemented measures to increase output.
- Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
Material Handler
Ryder
2022.08 - 2022.12
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Education
GED -
Fossil Ridge High School
Keller, TX2021-02
Skills
- Logistics management
- Freight operations oversight
- Procedural compliance oversight
- Continuous improvement
- Demand forecasting
- Transportation logistics oversight
- Effective customer communication
- Maintaining vendor communications
- Cost optimization strategies
- Timely order fulfillment
- Health and safety compliance
- Production quality management
- Accurate data entry
- Quality evaluation skills
- Cargo oversight
- SAP software proficiency
- Product handling
- Collaborative abilities
- Team leadership
- Skilled in material handling
Timeline
Logistics Supervisor
Ryder
2023.02 - 2026.03
Team Lead
Ryder
2022.12 - 2023.02
Material Handler
Ryder
2022.08 - 2022.12
GED -
Fossil Ridge High School