Scottie Richard
Arnaudville,LA
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with extensive experience at Coastal Food Service, excelling in freight management and route planning. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through advanced GPS technology and effective team collaboration. Skilled in regulatory compliance and staff training, consistently achieving high standards in safety and service delivery.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Dispatcher
Coastal Food Service
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of all dispatched orders, ensuring accuracy in invoicing and regulatory compliance.
- Established positive working relationships with both internal team members as well as external partners, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Improved communication between dispatchers and drivers through the implementation of advanced GPS tracking technology and mobile applications.
- Managed driver schedules effectively to ensure adequate staffing levels during peak hours or emergencies.
- Handled complex routing scenarios efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
- Assisted in the development of safety protocols for both drivers and dispatch staff, promoting a safe working environment at all times.
- Coordinated daily logistics operations, optimizing routes for cost-effective and efficient deliveries.
- Trained new dispatchers on company procedures, systems, and best practices to optimize team performance.
- Oversaw the maintenance of fleet vehicles, scheduling regular inspections, servicing, and repairs as needed for optimal performance.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining open communication channels with clients.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Created delivery routes and optimized plans for traffic, road conditions, and other factors.
- Provided training and guidance to new dispatchers.
- Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
- Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
- Communicated with warehouse staff to facilitate proper loading and unloading of orders.
- Monitored flow of paperwork and directed information to appropriate departments.
Warehouse Clerk
Coastal Food Service
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Kept warehouse up to safety and health regulations at all times.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and knowledge of warehouse operations.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries about product availability and shipment status promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently, meeting warehouse performance goals consistently.
- Optimized space utilization within the warehouse through strategic reorganization of products based on size, weight, and demand patterns.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
Warehouse Worker
Coastal Food Service
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and optimize productivity levels.
- Assisted in the training and onboarding of new employees, contributing to a cohesive and efficient workforce.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in warehouse, adhering to rigorous housekeeping standards.
- Enhanced order fulfillment accuracy, double-checking each order against its picking list.
- Improved safety standards, conducted regular checks and maintenance of warehouse equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
Pressure Tester
Mana Completion Systems
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Consistently met project deadlines through efficient task prioritization and rigorous time management skills.
- Troubleshot issues encountered during tests, implementing corrective actions promptly to minimize disruptions.
- Improved safety standards during pressure testing through thorough risk assessments and necessary precautions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex issues arising from pressure tests and devise suitable solutions.
- Verified products and shipment information to accurately distribute items to customers.
- Recorded maintenance information, test results, material usage and repairs made.
- Maintained professional working environment and enhanced productivity by keeping all areas neat and organized.
- Identified problems with valves and used appropriate troubleshooting techniques to locate and resolve concerns.
Quartermaster
Navy
06.1998 - 08.2017
- Plotted and corrected charts and publications.
- Updated logs, coordinated documents and wrote detailed reports.
- Championed safety initiatives in the workplace, leading to a significant reduction in accidents.
- Spearheaded the adoption of new technologies for inventory management, streamlining processes, and reducing manual labor requirements.
- Checked and replenished inventory to maintain optimal operations.
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing efficient tracking systems and organizing storage spaces.
- Maintained accurate records on all transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Managed cross-functional teams effectively, fostering collaboration between various departments involved in logistic operations.
- Developed effective training programs for staff, resulting in increased productivity and reduced errors.
- Aided in navigation and operating ship controls.
- Managed bridge watch duties to look for different types of threats and adverse conditions.
- Conducted regular audits on stock levels, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
- Purchased, organized, and distributed supplies for maintenance activities and personnel use.
- Forecasted requirements and set reorder points to maintain optimal levels.
- Managed accurate files and implemented new organizational systems to improve traceability.
- Handled maintenance reports for orders requested and completed.
- Coached, managed, tasked and assessed employees on company practices and processes.
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
- Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
- Followed and helped enforce safety regulations for different ship equipment, systems and work areas.
- Updated logs for onboard equipment and machinery following correct documentation procedures.
- Supported ship navigation by inspecting, testing and aligning equipment for proper operation.
- Directed crew members cleaning, maintaining and painting or varnishing various ship areas.
- Worked alongside cargo team to conduct safe loading and unloading operations.
- Evaluated vessels prior to departure, documented concerns and coordinated timely repairs.
- Met requirements for government-issued certifications, keeping ship in full compliance.
- Installed, tested and configured new shipboard equipment for use.
- Completed shipboard or shore patrols based on current needs, orders, or objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Beau Chene High School
Arnaudville, LA05-1998
Skills
- Freight management Know-how
- Geographical awareness
- Emergency response preparedness
- Regulatory compliance awareness
- Data analysis
- Quality assurance standards
- Documentation management
- Vendor relationship management
- Resource allocation
- Time management proficiency
- Process improvement techniques
- Logistics software
- Route planning expertise
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Safety processes and procedures
- Staff training and development
- Trucking dispatching
- Logistical operations
- Team collaboration
- Tracking tasks
- Work order entry
- Oral and written communications
- Logistics management
- Escalation of issues
- Telephone etiquette
- Route planning
- Documentation and paperwork
- Record keeping
- Warehousing environments
- Quality assurance
- Information research
- Dispatch of drivers
- Company procedures
- Fleet operations
- Routing orders
- Workload management
- Paperwork processing
- Equipment inspection
- Route planning and adjustment
- Distance estimation
- Dispatching field personnel
Timeline
Logistics Dispatcher
Coastal Food Service
10.2023 - Current
Warehouse Clerk
Coastal Food Service
03.2022 - 10.2023
Warehouse Worker
Coastal Food Service
11.2020 - 03.2022
Pressure Tester
Mana Completion Systems
06.2019 - 05.2020
Quartermaster
Navy
06.1998 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Beau Chene High School