Tony Brinkley
Knightdale,NC
Summary
Dedicated delivery driver with extensive experience in route planning and safety compliance. Recognized for attention to detail and proactive problem-solving, ensuring timely deliveries and customer satisfaction while maintaining strict adherence to transportation regulations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
City Delivery Driver, Class A
FedEx Freight
Durham, North Carolina
03.2012 - Current
- Operated Class A vehicles for local deliveries in compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and safety standards.
- Delivered freight to businesses, maintaining accurate delivery schedules and routes.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm delivery statuses and resolve issues promptly.
- Loaded and unloaded freight efficiently, following proper handling protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and deliveries completed for compliance.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and delivery procedures.
- Adhered to traffic laws while navigating urban environments during deliveries.
- Loaded, unloaded, prepared, inspected and operated delivery vehicle.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Monitored cargo for security purposes during transit and ensured proper handling of goods at all times.
- Complied with federal, state and local laws governing transportation operations.
- Delivered packages to residential and commercial customers in a timely manner.
- Verified accuracy of invoices against delivered items prior to signing off on paperwork from customers.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with clients face-to-face or over the phone.
- Followed company safety protocols while driving or operating equipment.
- Reported any mechanical issues with the truck or trailer to supervisors immediately.
- Inspected freight containers for damage prior to loading onto trucks for delivery.
- Kept logs of working hours, mileage traveled and fuel consumption accurately updated.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on vehicles including checking fluid levels, tire pressure.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding any delays encountered on route.
- Assisted warehouse staff with loading and unloading duties as required.
- Adhered to DOT regulations when transporting hazardous materials or oversized loads.
- Planned routes according to traffic patterns and weather conditions to ensure safe arrival of shipments.
- Ensured all items were properly secured before departing on route.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles according to DOT regulations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and presence of hazardous materials.
- Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
- Loaded and unloaded containers from ships and trucks using a forklift.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks and containers efficiently.
- Cleaned and maintained work area regularly including sweeping floors, wiping down machines.
- Reported any damaged items to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Utilized scanners to track the movement of goods through the supply chain system.
- Operated material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or hand trucks safely and efficiently.
- Followed proper procedures for storing items based on their fragility or temperature requirements.
- Participated in company training programs to learn new skills and promote workplace safety.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
Warehouse Worker
Frito Lay
Durham, North Carolina
02.2009 - 03.2013
- Operated forklifts to move products safely within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently using pallet jacks and hand carts.
- Organized inventory on shelves for easy access and stock rotation.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of work area to ensure safety.
- Assisted in training new team members on warehouse procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill orders accurately and timely.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during daily operations.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Processed returns of defective merchandise as required.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
Production Lead
Southwire Company
Battleboro, North Carolina
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficient workflow and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored new team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Coordinated production schedules to meet project deadlines and resource availability.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Maintained accurate records of production activities and inventory levels.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss production goals and address challenges effectively.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
- Monitored the quality of products during production process.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
- Worked closely with management team to develop long-term plans for growth.
- Equipped team members with proper hand tools, supplies and power equipment to safely and efficiently perform jobs without time-consuming interruptions during production.
- Established standard operating procedures for each task within the production line.
- Assisted in training new personnel in the use of tools and equipment.
- Oversaw workstation setup and operation and mobilized production line and shift employees to meet customer quality standards and schedules.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of raw materials and supplies.
- Coordinated material supply to assembly line, regulated flow of finished goods to warehouse and fulfilled order requirements.
- Interpreted, understood, and communicated information on job tickets, configured production operations to meet specifications and prioritized job tickets by due date.
- Conducted performance reviews with team members to ensure goals are being met.
- Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
- Prepared reports on production metrics such as output, waste, cost.
- Analyzed data from past production runs to identify trends or issues.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in the production line.
- Controlled labor costs by ensuring that workers are working efficiently.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment and machinery.
- Identified areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
- Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southeast Halifax High School
Enfield, NC01-1997
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Route planning
- Freight handling
- Safety compliance
- Delivery verification
- Customer relationship management
- Documentation accuracy
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Emergency response
- Emergency response preparedness
- Defensive driving techniques
- Accident prevention awareness
- Fuel efficiency practices
- Load securing
- Route planning expertise
- Traffic laws
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Loading and unloading
- Vehicle inspections
- Defensive driver training
- Double-trailer driving experience
- Lifts up to [number] pounds
- GPS navigation
- Skilled forklift operator
- Excellent sense of direction
- Safe driving record
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- DOT compliance
- Tractor-trailer driving
Accomplishments
President safe the driving trophy,ring,leather coat. Employee of the month several times.
Timeline
City Delivery Driver, Class A
FedEx Freight
03.2012 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Frito Lay
02.2009 - 03.2013
Production Lead
Southwire Company
01.2004 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Southeast Halifax High School