William Hodgett
Dunn,NC
Summary
Logistics and Retail Professional focused on delivering cost-effective solutions through strong organizational and project management skills. Managed personnel and operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards and optimizing inventory management. Trained and mentored teams, demonstrating reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Coordinator/Training Instructor/Medic/Administrator
Army National Guard
Fort Stewart, GA
06.2006 - Current
- Coordinated movement of personnel, equipment, and cargo for Joint Force Headquarters and 177th Brigade Engineer Battalion, ensuring operational readiness and efficiency.
- Conducted route planning, logistical and inventory management while maintaining compliance with federal regulations.
- Executed route planning and managed logistics and inventory, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and supporting mission success.
- Supervised Soldier Readiness Processing at medical stations and managed administrative tasks.
- Completed over 100 combat missions over four deployments.
- 13 of the 18 years represent full time employment as active-duty status.
Security Officer
North Carolina Special Security
Fayetteville, NC
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Secured building by preventing unauthorized access through consistent patrols.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during emergencies and investigations to enhance response effectiveness.
- Responded to alarms and investigated disturbances to maintain safety and security.
Human Resource Manager/Warehouse Supervisor
Blaines Farm and Fleet
Urbana, IL
08.2001 - 05.2006
- Oversaw inbound shipments, ensuring timely unloading and placement of products to maintain workflow.
- Managed inventory, accurately recording shortages and discrepancies to support inventory control.
- Supervised 10 employees, coordinating staffing, recruiting, interviews, hiring, and training to build a capable team.
- Handled and prioritized multiple projects and deadlines.
Train Conductor
Norfolk & Southern Railroad
Decatur, IL
08.1996 - 06.2001
- Supervised freight train operations on Midwest routes, ensuring timely and safe transit between Missouri and Indiana.
- Communicated with dispatchers to effectively manage train schedules and address delays, facilitating smooth operations.
Assistant Retail Manager
The Den
Champaign, IL
02.1993 - 05.1997
- Oversaw store operations, trained and supervised employees, and managed inventory and accounting tasks.
Warehouse Manager/Human Resources
Orange & Blue Distributing
Champaign, IL
06.1987 - 12.1992
- Managed warehouse personnel, shipping and receiving, inventory, and freight dispatch with 6 OTR drivers, hiring and training support staff to enhance operational efficiency at beverage distributor.
- Produced stock and inventory management updates and reports to ensure accurate inventory tracking and decision-making.
- Improved logistics plans by analyzing alternatives and assessing costs and impacts of proposed changes to optimize operations.
Education
B.A. - Linguistics
University of Illinois
Urbana05-1996
Skills
- Training Program Development
- Customer service
- Team development
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Sales
- Management
- Cash handling
- Safety standards
- Documentation management
- Inventory management
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- Driver's License
- AED Certification
- Confidential Clearance
- Non-CDL Class C
- Pallet Jack Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Class G Security
- PERC Card
- Class D Security
- Armed Security License
- Guard Card
Languages
English
Timeline
Security Officer
North Carolina Special Security
01.2021 - 05.2024
Transportation Coordinator/Training Instructor/Medic/Administrator
Army National Guard
06.2006 - Current
Human Resource Manager/Warehouse Supervisor
Blaines Farm and Fleet
08.2001 - 05.2006
Train Conductor
Norfolk & Southern Railroad
08.1996 - 06.2001
Assistant Retail Manager
The Den
02.1993 - 05.1997
Warehouse Manager/Human Resources
Orange & Blue Distributing
06.1987 - 12.1992
B.A. - Linguistics
University of Illinois