Tak Wong
Escondido,CA
Summary
Accomplished Operations Manager and Company Truck Driver with a proven track record in the US Army and Werner Enterprises. Excelled in safe driving practices and vehicle inspection, enhancing safety records and fuel efficiency. Demonstrated exceptional leadership by mentoring new drivers and developing comprehensive training programs, significantly boosting team productivity and morale.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
2023.09 - 2024.06
- Expanded knowledge of industry trends and best practices by attending professional development courses regularly.
- Exhibited strong problem-solving skills in resolving unforeseen challenges such as road closures or detours without significant impact on delivery timelines.
- Managed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing safety while minimizing potential damage to cargo or equipment.
- Improved safety records by strictly adhering to company policies and federal regulations during long-haul trips.
- Mentored new drivers on company procedures, safe driving habits, and maintaining a proactive approach towards vehicle maintenance requirements.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while adhering to strict deadlines for time-sensitive deliveries.
Operations Manager
US Army
2021.05 - 2023.07
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Interrogation Instructor
US Army
2017.01 - 2021.04
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
Operations Manager
US Army
2016.04 - 2016.12
Training Manager
US Army
2010.06 - 2016.03
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
- Established a culture of continuous learning, promoting professional development opportunities for all employees across the organization.
- Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Spearheaded design and implementation of multiple training courses to establish successful onboarding of new employees.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Increased overall productivity by conducting regular skills gap analyses and addressing identified needs with targeted training interventions.
Operations Manager
US Army
2009.09 - 2010.05
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.1995
Skills
- Vehicle inspection knowledge
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe Driving Practices
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Weather condition awareness
- Accident prevention strategies
- Load securing proficiency
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Logbook Maintenance
- Heavy lifting capabilities
Timeline
Company Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
2023.09 - 2024.06
Operations Manager
US Army
2021.05 - 2023.07
Interrogation Instructor
US Army
2017.01 - 2021.04
Operations Manager
US Army
2016.04 - 2016.12
Training Manager
US Army
2010.06 - 2016.03
Operations Manager
US Army
2009.09 - 2010.05
Bachelor Of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Rutgers University
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