Hi, I’m
Scott Panko
Carlisle,PA
Summary
Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Education
Granby High SchoolNorfolk, VA
High School Diploma
06.1982
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityRichmond, VA
No Degree from Education Administration
Work History
New Penn Motor Express
Operations Supervisor /Dispatcher
02.2020 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Performed daily outbound load planning in a fast paced, time sensitive work environment.
- Communicated loading goal to dock workers to ensure proper load average for each regional terminal.
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 50 fleet vehicles.
M&M Transport Services
Driver and Transport Manager
05.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Mentored and trained new drivers, fostering a professional work environment focused on safety and compliance.
- Met transportation service targets and delivered loads on time.
- Promoted transportation productivity agenda by focusing on asset optimization and improving fuel economy, payload cost-efficiency, route optimization and wait times.
- Evaluated employee performance through ongoing monitoring metrics, providing constructive feedback to foster continuous improvement.
New England Motor Freight
Operations Manager
10.2015 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Managed operations in a fast paced regional transportation hub.
- Facilitated the smooth operation of the break bulk operation.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
New Penn Motor Express
Field Operations Supervisor
02.2003 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Liaised with senior management at 26 terminals within the Northeast region to fulfill positions that were vacant or develop or implement projects.
- Coordinated with other supervisors to allocate resources effectively, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
- Monitored team performance to assess training requirements and areas in need of improvement.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Developed standard operating procedures to ensure consistent work results across all team members and improve overall operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic plans for operational improvements, driving long-term success in the organization.
Skills
Operations Management
Performance monitoring
Task Delegation
Staff Supervision
Safety oversight
Customer Relations
Multitasking and Organization
Microsoft Office
Workflow Planning
Coaching and Mentoring
Inventory Management
Scheduling
Regulatory Compliance
Languages
German
Professional Working
Military Service
United States Army 1982-1990
Timeline
Operations Supervisor /Dispatcher
New Penn Motor Express
02.2020 - 08.2023
Driver and Transport Manager
M&M Transport Services
05.2019 - 01.2020
Operations Manager
New England Motor Freight
10.2015 - 03.2019
Field Operations Supervisor
New Penn Motor Express
02.2003 - 10.2015
Granby High School
High School Diploma
Virginia Commonwealth University
No Degree from Education Administration
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