Tony Lapp
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Dynamic supervisor experienced in freight operations and process improvement. Skilled in fostering communication and collaboration among teams, ensuring safety compliance, and identifying opportunities for enhanced productivity. Committed to driving operational success through effective leadership and mentorship.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
FedEx Freight
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
08.2024 - Current
- Trained and mentored team members on industry best practices, improving overall team competency.
- Managed schedules and assigned tasks to optimize overall workflow efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient freight handling and timely deliveries.
- Monitored employee productivity, delivering constructive feedback to support individual and team development.
- Coordinated with management to implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
- Facilitated communication between teams to resolve issues promptly.
- Conducted safety inspections to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
Dock Worker
FedEx Freight
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
09.2020 - 08.2024
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trailers using forklifts and hand trucks.
- Inspected freight for damage and reported issues to supervisors immediately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dock area to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak loading hours.
- Assisted in training new dock workers on proper loading techniques and safety measures.
- Communicated effectively with other workers regarding delivery schedules.
- Sealed shipping containers with tape or plastic straps after checking their contents for accuracy against invoices or manifests.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SDSkills
- Freight operations
- Workflow optimization
- Process improvement
- Inventory oversight
- Task management
- Employee training
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
Timeline
Supervisor
FedEx Freight
08.2024 - Current
Dock Worker
FedEx Freight
09.2020 - 08.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Black Hills State University