Walter Cozzi
Alsip ,IL
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a manager position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Committed Line haul manager with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Haul Manager
Yellow Freight
08.2020 - Current
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Managed over 300 drivers including intermodal shuttle operation.
- Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines
- Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap
- Analyzed metrics to measure product performance
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Managed Lime haul operation that performed 2,000,000 miles per month
Linehaul Manager
Yellow Freight
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Managed 150 drivers Line haul drivers
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Coordinated responses to emergencies by dispatching vehicles and bringing in additional personnel
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and team operation and productivity
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Managed Lime haul operation that performed 1,000,000 miles per month
Line Haul Manager
Yellow Freight
08.2017 - 07.2020
- Interacted with inspection department to address and resolve packaging issues.
- Supported new employees with training in proper stripping, packaging, inventory management, and cleaning.
- Oversaw incoming packaging products and monitored quality of outgoing products to comply with specifications.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Managed 50 Line haul drivers
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new and difficult situations
Line Haul Dispatcher
Yellow Freight
08.2009 - 08.2018
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- 100 Line haul drivers was overseeing them turned region nightly
City Dispatcher
Yellow Freight
08.2004 - 08.2009
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 100 city drivers .
- Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
- Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of over 100 drivers in Chicago area..
- Maintained professional relationship with shippers, receivers and drivers to increase trust, reliability and rapport
- Tracked delivery progress to identify possible delays and provide real-time updates to customers
Intermodal Dispatcher
Spirit Trucking
06.1998 - 07.2004
- Handled incoming calls and emails from customers regarding issues with deliveries.
- Checked that each scheduled route was appropriately covered by delivery drivers.
- Monitored and tracked status of shipments in transit to confirm on-time delivery.
- Reviewed paperwork and contracts prior to dispatching crew members to support accuracy and clarify understanding of details.
- Oversaw and enforced compliance with all safety regulations and DOT regulations.
- Created delivery routes and optimized plans for traffic, road conditions, and other factors.
- Scheduled and dispatched drivers to locations in Chicago land .
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Updated vehicle logs, cargo records, and billing statements with accuracy and efficiency.
- Coordinated closely with other departments to facilitate smooth delivery operations.
- Managed over 50 driver doing Intermodal delivery and pick ups at customers for all steamship lines.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to individuals contacting company's call center for support and assistance
- Built professional relationships with new customers and cultivated existing ones through active listening and intelligent open-ended questioning
- Directed delivery trucks to shipping doors or designated areas and helped unload and load goods
Education
Eisenhower High School
Blue Island, IL04.1994
Skills
- Operations Oversight
- Inventory Reports
- Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical Thinking
- PPE Compliance
- Decision-Making
- Discipline strategies
- OSHA safety guidelines
- Regulatory guidelines
Timeline
Line Haul Manager
Yellow Freight
08.2020 - Current
Linehaul Manager
Yellow Freight
08.2018 - 07.2020
Line Haul Manager
Yellow Freight
08.2017 - 07.2020
Line Haul Dispatcher
Yellow Freight
08.2009 - 08.2018
City Dispatcher
Yellow Freight
08.2004 - 08.2009
Intermodal Dispatcher
Spirit Trucking
06.1998 - 07.2004
Eisenhower High School
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