Shawn Smith
Summary
Logistics professional with keen focus on optimizing freight operations and enhancing supply chain efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and driving results while adapting to dynamic operational needs. Skilled in inventory management and valued for reliability and adaptability. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Operations Supervisor
XPO
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase overall efficiency in the sorting, loading, unloading, and dispatching of freight shipments.
- Ensured compliance with federal transportation regulations by strictly adhering to documentation requirements and maintaining accurate records about shipments handled within the facility.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize damaged goods during transportation or storage within the facility.
- Developed contingency plans for potential disruptions in daily activities due to unforeseen circumstances such as equipment malfunctions or inclement weather conditions.
- Recognized and rewarded top-performing team members for their contributions to achieving operational excellence in freight handling processes, fostering a motivating work environment.
Orientation Director
Tradition Transportation
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Ensured drivers success by providing resources, guidance, and support throughout the orientation process.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills by fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among new drivers.
- Sustained collaborative relationships with faculty, staff and administration.
- Contributed innovative ideas for improving future orientations based on participant feedback.
- Elevated overall satisfaction of participants by addressing individual needs and promptly resolving issues that arose during orientation.
- Worked closely with staff to ensure accurate information was disseminated during orientation sessions.
- Served as primary point of contact for incoming drivers, offering guidance and support to ease their transition.
- Adapted orientation content to reflect changes in federal and company policies.
Material Handler
Morgan Olson
07.2017 - 12.2020
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels to prevent stock outages, conducting weekly inventory audits.
- Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- 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.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
Supervisor
Alphi Manufacturing Inc.
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, offering constructive feedback designed to promote growth within their roles.
- Managed scheduling and workload distribution, maximizing productivity without overwhelming team members or compromising quality of work.
- Proactively identified potential problems before they escalated, addressing them swiftly and effectively to minimize negative impact on daily operations.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MISkills
- Warehouse operations
- Documentation management
- Freight scheduling
- Warehouse management
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Worker supervision
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Daily operations management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Affiliations
- Quincy American Legion
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.
John R. Wooden
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balancePaid time offHealthcare benefitsLanguages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Freight Operations Supervisor
XPO
06.2023 - 03.2025
Orientation Director
Tradition Transportation
12.2020 - 06.2023
Material Handler
Morgan Olson
07.2017 - 12.2020
Supervisor
Alphi Manufacturing Inc.
07.2015 - 06.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Kellogg Community College
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