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Tracy Simon

Memphis,TN

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Amazon, adept in operations management and staff development. Excelled in safety compliance, securing zero accidents at Nucor Steel Inc. for three years. Skilled in relationship building, achieved metrics-driven production, and optimized supply chain processes. Expert in team development and quality assurance, fostering trust and excellence within teams.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Area Manager

Amazon
01.2024 - Current

*Led start meetings at start of shift discussing critical safety topics

*Ensure all associates had company required PPE

*Performed risk assessments weekly to ensure all work areas were hazard free and had hazard(s) eliminated

*Conducted Thrives (employee) evaluations

*Led and accounted for all associated after evacuation of facilities for fire drills and shelter in place

*Ownership in achieving metrics driven production

*Developing team to be the best

*Ensuring that defects are not sent down the line to internal and external customers

*Earning trust with my team


Leader Logistics & Safety

Nucor Steel Inc.
11.2014 - 08.2023

*Ensured facility had a written EAP, and all requirements were met according to 29 CFR 1910.38(a)

*Trained teammates on fire extinguishers 29 CFR 1910.155(c)(41)

*Traveled to all scheduled Nucor Facilities and conducted best practices and OSHA compliance audits

*Managing big data analytics for LTL and Parcel shipping for 383 FedEx and 287 UPS accounts, and 31 LTL carriers

*Managed and negotiated contract for 4pl generating 2.7 million in rebates with an annual of 4.7 million

Received the President's Award for Safety 3 consecutive years for zero accidents


Freight Operations Manager

Con-Way Freight
04.2010 - 11.2014

*Optimized warehouse space utilization, ensuring proper storage and organization of goods.

*Negotiated favorable contracts with transportation providers, securing competitive rates without compromising quality or reliability.

*Managed budget, controlled expenses, and achieved financial targets in freight operations.

*Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback to support staff development in freight operations.

*Managed dispatch operations

Operations Manager

Kinder Morgan, Inc
01.2005 - 02.2009

*Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.

*Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.

*Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.

*Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.

*Ensure that facility and operations met OSHA, EPA, and NFPA compliance

*Incident Commander for emergencies

*Responsible for hiring and termination of employees

Education

Master of Science - Safety/Security/Emer Mgt

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
12-2016

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Operations Management
  • Relationship building and management
  • Team Development
  • Safety Compliance & management
  • Training
  • Quality Assurance
  • Resource Allocation
  • Database Management
  • Talent review
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Facility Inspections
  • Supply Chain Management

Certification

OSHA 10 Certified

OSHA 30 Certified

OSHA Fire Safety

Occupational Safety Certified

Safety Leadership

Certified Welder

Timeline

Area Manager

Amazon
01.2024 - Current

Leader Logistics & Safety

Nucor Steel Inc.
11.2014 - 08.2023

Freight Operations Manager

Con-Way Freight
04.2010 - 11.2014

Operations Manager

Kinder Morgan, Inc
01.2005 - 02.2009

Master of Science - Safety/Security/Emer Mgt

Eastern Kentucky University

Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies

University of Memphis
Tracy Simon