Simon Yarrow
Ipswich,MA
Summary
Experienced delivery driver with a background in customer service and food handling. Brings a solid understanding of routing logistics and order fulfillment, ensuring safe and timely product distribution according to operational systems. Communicative and reliable straight truck operator eager to collaborate with team members and drive results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Driver, Prep Cook
ISS Guckenheimer | New England Biolabs
Ipswich, MA
09.2023 - Current
- Completed timely delivery of fresh meals to offsite laboratory staff as per order forms. Resolved daily logistical challenges.
- Communicated effectively and collaborated with chefs to meet client demands in a fast-paced kitchen environment .
- Ensured compliance with sanitary food handling procedures during preparation of meats and various food products to maintain quality standards.
- Organized and received inventory to support operational efficiency and workplace functionality.
Warehouse Assistant & Delivery Driver
Family Dinner
Woburn, MA
04.2023 - Current
- Fulfilled individual retail orders and organized parcel groupings for optimized loading
- Assisted with route dispatching and completed deliveries to residential customers.
Seasonal Food Hub Delivery Driver & Fulfillment Specialist
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project | Tufts University and The Trustees of Reservations
Beverly, MA
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Developed a streamlined operational system for packaging wholesale orders and weekly csa boxes.
- Trained employees on post harvest handling, order fulfillment, palletization, and staging for outbound loading.
- Monitored and scheduled maintenance for box truck and cargo van fleet, onboard refrigeration, and warehouse walk-in units to ensure reliable transportation and storage of products within a food-safe range.
- Implemented a self-dispatched logistical procedure routed to reduce fuel consumption and optimize time. Coordinated with- and delivered to- residential and wholesale customers as well as food banks and other local facilities.
- Maintained daily in-person communication with staff and virtual interfacing with remote upper management. Attended meetings and assisted with general farmhand labor and groundskeeping on a working vegetable farm.
Truck Driver & Order Fulfillment Associate
Three River Farmers Alliance
Fremont, NH
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Proactively communicated with management regarding routing and product issues impacting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Delivered retail parcels to residential doorsteps, and distributed wholesale orders to local storefronts and restaurants, often communicating with clients to ensure product and service satisfaction.
- Enhanced warehouse productivity by working effectively with team members to fulfill invoices, receive inventory, facilitate outbound loading, and complete end-of-day custodial tasks.
- Successfully navigated urban routes and challenging weather conditions to maintain timely delivery without compromising safety.
Education
B.S. - Horticulture Sciences
University of Massachusetts Amherst | Stockbridge School of Agriculture
Amherst, MA12-2016
Skills
- Valid Driver's license and clean driving record
- Highly organized with keen attention to detail
- Client-focused for excellent customer service
- Self driven problem-solver
- Punctual and able to manage my time
- Heavy lifting and endurance in adverse conditions
Certification
- Massachusetts State Drivers License | ‘11 | Current
- DOT Commercial Driver Medical Examiner’s Certificate | ‘21 & ‘23 | Up for Renewal
- ISS Workplace and Food Safety Training Program | ‘23 | Current
- Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Certificate | ‘23 | Current
- Crown RC 5500 Forklift Operator Training Program and Certification | ‘23 | Current
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Delivery Driver, Prep Cook
ISS Guckenheimer | New England Biolabs
09.2023 - Current
Seasonal Food Hub Delivery Driver & Fulfillment Specialist
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project | Tufts University and The Trustees of Reservations
05.2023 - 09.2023
Warehouse Assistant & Delivery Driver
Family Dinner
04.2023 - Current
Truck Driver & Order Fulfillment Associate
Three River Farmers Alliance
09.2021 - 04.2023
B.S. - Horticulture Sciences
University of Massachusetts Amherst | Stockbridge School of Agriculture