Torey Anderson

Operations & Logistics

• Directed daily yard operations for a high-volume transportation hub, ensuring seamless logistical flow and strict adherence to service level agreements.
• Leveraged deep technical knowledge of diesel equipment and fleet mechanics to minimize downtime and streamline maintenance requests.

Leadership & Team Building

• Streamlined daily operations to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce delays.
• Managed, evaluated, and mentored a diverse team of drivers, clerks, and assistant managers, providing actionable feedback to develop leadership assertiveness and operational proficiency.
• Authored and distributed regular motivational communications to driver teams, reinforcing a proactive, solutions-oriented workplace culture.
• Spearheaded end-to-end recruitment initiatives, from designing targeted hiring materials for key roles (such as Lead Spotters and Office Clerks) to executing final hiring decisions.

Safety & Compliance

• Collaborated closely with executive safety directors to implement and oversee strict safety protocols across all yard and driving operations.
• Facilitated regular, mandatory safety meetings to ensure site-wide alignment on operational standards and risk mitigation.

• Created processes and directed the on-boarding training of new employees throughout the company
• Frequently traveled to every customer on a quarterly basis to build Customer relationships, identify Safety hazards, and monitor our employees Safe driving habits
• Handled all Work-Comp claims and recorded OSHA logs
• Reviewed applications, interviewed, and hired potential candidates.
• Created/revised Company policies and procedures to be in compliant with OSHA, D.O.T, and FMCSA laws
• Managed 6 Site Managers and 1 Recruiter
• Created a system for tracking all accident claims, ensuring that all Managers/drivers were informed of the cost associated to each. Created reward program to build moral, reduce accidents/cost, and ensure longevity for each employee.
• Reviewed/Analyzed all Company accidents and created action plans and new hire policies to prevent repeated occurrences
• Established and maintained a professional network of contacts throughout the industry
• Set goals for Management to stay in compliance and keep supplies/equipment up-to-date.
• Managed multiple Sites until positions were filled
• Reconstructed New hire process, resulting in 30% added to Time Management for all Site Managers

• Lifted the morale of employees by improving efficiency and boosting employee job satisfaction
• Supervised 40 employees, scheduled their training, evaluated and developed a system to track employee attendance, performance metrics, and provided feedback for improvement
• Occasionally operated a forklift/clamp truck to assist employees and meet daily quotas
• Interviewed potential candidates

• Conducted monthly site visits to multiple locations, establishing critical alignment meetings with customers and employees.
• Monitored budget spending and collected expenses from each Site Manager.
• Trained multiple employees for leadership roles in Safety and Operations.
• Conducted Safety meetings and Conference calls with all Site Managers on a weekly basis.
• Evaluated production and preventive maintenance records, making scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency and meet customer needs.
• Streamlined processes, improving operational efficiency and reducing costs through targeted initiatives.

• Conducted daily yard audits for a more accurate trailer verification. Performed DOT pre-trip Inspections on each piece of equipment driven. Verified loads were secured before transport on public highway. Transported 53ft, 40ft,and 20ft Intermodal and 53ft. Dry vans to different customers sites and helped jockey trailers around the yard, made sure they arrived safely and on time. Met Production goals daily and encouraged team members to be safe and efficient.

• Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to the company and customers. Coordinated with freight forwarders to expedite international shipments. Evaluated operational records and made scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency. Conducted research on logistics operations, including literature reviews, interviews and site visits. Monitored costs and reduced expenses by 25%. Evaluated and reconfigured systems to support customer service and operational goals. Communicated with site managers regarding retention and hiring in a tough market. Monitored department performance data to identify and avoid potential risks. Inspected product load for accuracy and safely transported it around the yards. Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets.

• Was a member of the "Rapid Response Team." Drove shuttle runs in high productive areas of the country. Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist. Hooked and unhooked trailers from the tractor and converter dollies. Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load. Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation. Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes. Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times. Submitted reports on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip. Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations. Interacted with customers and vendors in a friendly and timely manner. Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner. Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip. Picked up customer loads in a timely and accurate manner. Certified that waste, supplies and material handling equipment were secured prior to operating vehicle on public highways. Notified supervisor of any customer or delivery problems. Submitted a daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation. Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in the yard. Operated a tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions. Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions. Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains. Recorded expenses and References maintained receipts.