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Samuel Jones
Hazard,KY
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Summary
Results-driven Terminal Manager with expertise in operations oversight and compliance assurance. Optimized equipment utilization and improved employee training programs. Led payroll administration and enhanced team collaboration, supporting organizational success through effective communication and strategic logistics planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Terminal Manager
Midwest Logistics Systems
London, US
03.2022 - 04.2026
- Oversaw facility upkeep, timely payment of terminal bills (invoicing vendors and approving pay), safety and compliance, and operations for five locations with 200 personnel.
- Implemented ADP system for comprehensive management of driver-related documentation.
- Ensured timely payroll updates for drivers and office personnel to maintain accurate compensation records.
- Coordinated onboarding of new employees, facilitating orientation and ensuring completion of compliance documentation.
- Collaborated with HR team and other departments to align efforts and achieve organizational goals.
South Regional Trainer
Midwest Logistics Systems
London, US
07.2016 - 03.2023
- Oversaw dispatch software for southeast United States, providing training for management, dispatch teams, and drivers while reporting progress to the V.P. and CEO of operations.
- Developed training programs for new employees across multiple locations.
- Conducted workshops to enhance employee skills and knowledge retention.
- Collaborated with management to assess training needs and effectiveness.
- Assisted locations with tools to optimize equipment utilization and established expedited freight solutions for increased revenue and streamlined billing processes.
High utilization supervisor
Swift Transportation
Phoenix, US
08.2011 - 07.2016
- Supervised daily operations ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated schedules to optimize fleet efficiency and service delivery.
- Trained and mentored new drivers on company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with V.P. on logistics planning and trained drivers through classroom instruction, one-on-one sessions, and D.O.T./FMCA safety videos to enhance driver compliance and safety awareness.
Education
Business Management
Hazard Community And Technical College
Hazard, KY08-2009
Skills
- Operations management
- Facility management
- Logistics planning
- Cargo operations
- Load planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Compliance assurance
- Safety compliance
- Transportation regulations
- Operations oversight
- Policy enforcement
- Training development
- Onboarding process
- Problem solving
- Time optimization
- Delegation
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Mentoring and training
- Mentoring and training
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- CDL CLASS A
- Employment Law Training
Accomplishments
- Honda Carrier Award 2025
Timeline
Terminal Manager
Midwest Logistics Systems
03.2022 - 04.2026
South Regional Trainer
Midwest Logistics Systems
07.2016 - 03.2023
High utilization supervisor
Swift Transportation
08.2011 - 07.2016
Business Management
Hazard Community And Technical College