Terry Canonge
East Palestine,OH
Summary
Proactive and dependable leader offering 14 years of experience in transportation with a background in fleet operations. Experience includes ensuring safety compliance, coordinating logistics and schedule planning, and implementing efficiency improvements. Demonstrated strengths include strategic planning, leadership, problem-solving and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Supervisor
McKesson
06.2014 - Current
- Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and accurately documented driver qualifications, permits, and equipment information
- Closely monitored operations and performed regular safety audits for adherence to administrative policies and compliance regulations
- Coordinated daily transportation operations, including scheduling and routing of delivery professionals
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure smooth coordination between teams
- Led team of delivery professionals to ensure timely delivery of goods while adhering to applicable laws and regulations
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner by providing appropriate solutions or alternatives
- Reviewed and investigated accidents involving company-owned vehicles to determine causes and possible corrective actions
- Oversaw multiple cross-dock locations across three states
- Coached delivery professionals on camera safety alerts
Transportation Lead
McKesson
04.2011 - 06.2014
- Mentored team members, providing guidance on best practices in transportation logistics
- Conducted regular staff training sessions on safety regulations, equipment usage, and operational procedures to maintain high-performance standards
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for onboarding
- Directly interacted with customers to deliver packages, and ordered goods
- Audited delivery professionals pre-delivery/post delivery vehicle inspections to ensure safety and optimal performance during trips
- Adhered to company policies, procedures and principles during shift
- Proactively reported any vehicle issues or maintenance needs to management promptly for timely resolution
Material Handler Lead
McKesson
04.2008 - 04.2011
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment, promoting employee satisfaction and operational efficiency
- Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory
- Streamlined communication channels within the team, enabling quick resolution of issues and facilitating a more cohesive work environment.
- Conducted periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies early on to mitigate potential issues
- Completed physical inventory counts each year
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records
- Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise, and tracked paperwork
- Oversaw quality control measures during all stages of material handling, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Optimized storage capacity utilization with strategic organization of products in the warehouse, allowing for easier accessibility and improved productivity
- Cross-trained in inventory and credits department
Construction Laborer
JC Enterprises
06.2003 - 04.2008
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency
- Performed general construction work on both residential and commercial building projects
- Finished projects by sealing paints or stains, polishing surfaces and cleaning work sites
- Supported skilled trade carpenters in completing complex tasks efficiently and accurately
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Hopewell Senior High School
Aliquippa, PA06.2003
Skills
- Transportation Management
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Routing
- Driver supervision
- Cost Control
- Fleet Management
- Inventory Tracking
- DOT Compliance
- Route Optimization
- Transportation Planning
Accomplishments
- Supervised Detroit, Cleveland cross-docks and line-hauls remotely
- Oversaw the relocation and build of the Pittsburgh cross-dock
- Assisted with the decommissioning of the Leetsdale Distribution Center
- Supervised team of 21 delivery professionals
- Certified Trainer P.A.C.E. Defensive Driving
- Trained in Advanced Transportation, Fleet Management, and Carrier Relations modules
- Champion for Red Prairie roll out
- Champion for 4 hiring events at the LeHigh Valley DC
- Achieved a team Netradyne FY score of 994
- Awarded "Best Netradyne Score" in 2023
- Awarded "Lowest Accidents per Million Miles" in 2023
- Received a score of 94 on EOS
- Average score of 86 MQS
- 2X "Above and Beyond" Award recipient
- Received "Going the Extra Mile" Award
- 5 nominations for I.C.A.R.E. Awards
- 2X "PSS'ers Don't Grow on Trees" Award recipient
Timeline
Transportation Supervisor
McKesson
06.2014 - Current
Transportation Lead
McKesson
04.2011 - 06.2014
Material Handler Lead
McKesson
04.2008 - 04.2011
Construction Laborer
JC Enterprises
06.2003 - 04.2008
No Degree - General Studies
Hopewell Senior High School
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