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Thaddeus Bernard

Lafayette,LA

Summary

Knowledgeable Operations Manager with over 13 total years of Management experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

FedEx Express
Lafayette, LA
11.1996 - Current

Operations Manager June 2015- Present

  • Applies Quality Driven Management principles to promote continuous cost efficiencies.
  • Promotes a safe work environment through communications, training and continuous Courier development
  • Was responsible for investigating on Road Accidents which included determining preventability and ensuring that they are entered into our Vehicle Accident Reporting system in a timely manner. .
  • Management responsibilities include but not limited to hiring, terminations, coaching, rewarding, and recognizing performance and productivity of hourly couriers and service agents.
  • Verifies that the facility is following business controls through self-audits.
  • Plans sort based on forecasted volume and on time flight arrivals to minimize overage of labor.
  • Plans, organizes, staffs, directs, and controls day-to-day sort and on road operations
  • Responsible for on time deliveries, productivity levels and safety
  • Responsible for facility upkeep including submitting work orders for repairs and Quarterly Facility Inspections.
  • Stays in communication with our largest shippers to ensure that our FedEx relationship stays in good standing.
  • Fills in for Senior Manager in their absence in reporting to our Managing Director and fielding Conference Calls as needed. Works closely with our Engineer to redesign routes to ensure that our routes are running efficiently.

Courier November 1996-June 2015

  • Provided efficient and safe delivery and pick-up of packages and documents, while representing the company in a professional manner.
  • Ensured that packages conform to FedEx features of service, that proper labeling is provided, and that all paperwork is complete, neat, and accurate.
  • Answered customer questions on FedEx features of service and keeps customers informed about the company and its services.
  • Was an Accomplished Courier which was responsible for the training of New Hire employees.
  • Was a Swing Driver for 6 ½ Years covering open routes due to Vacation coverage and call ins.

Circulation Manager

Daily Advertiser
Lafayette, LA
01.1996 - 11.1996

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  • Was responsible for 25 Contracted Newspaper delivery routes which duties included filling those routes and overseeing the collection of payments from them.
  • Customer service relations by fielding complaint calls and dealt with all aspects of customer support

Production Manager

Stuller Settings
Lafayette, LA
06.1991 - 01.1996
  • Managed 34 Production workers
  • Was responsible for Interviewing, Hiring and monitoring Service and quality levels in the production of Jewelry.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA

Skills

  • Performance Monitoring
  • Business Development
  • Logistics Oversight
  • P&L Management
  • Organizational Management
  • Document Control
  • Incidents Management
  • Customer Service
  • Process Improvement
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Staff Management
  • Building and Facility Management
  • Operations Management
  • Onboarding and Orientation

Timeline

Operations Manager

FedEx Express
11.1996 - Current

Circulation Manager

Daily Advertiser
01.1996 - 11.1996

Production Manager

Stuller Settings
06.1991 - 01.1996

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Thaddeus Bernard