Richard Horton
Operations Manager
Heidelberg,MS
Summary
Results driven logistics professional with a unique combination of experience as a former Owner Operator and Dock Supervisor with over 10 years in fleet management. Proven track record in optimizing delivery efficiency, reducing operating costs, and maintaining strict safety compliance (DOT/OSHA). Skilled in managing high volume dock operations, leading teams to improve productivity, and leveraging hands on transportation knowledge to streamline supply chain processes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Hortons Asap Enterprises LLC
DeSoto, TX
07.2017 - 01.2026
- Operated commercial trucks for long-haul deliveries, ensuring timely arrival and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, routes taken, and vehicle inspections to uphold safety standards.
- Conducted routine vehicle maintenance checks to identify issues and minimize downtime during operations.
- Navigated diverse routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.
- Implemented best practices for cargo loading and securing, ensuring safe transport of goods to destinations.
Dock Supervisor
YRC Freight
Irving, TX
06.2014 - 07.2017
- Supervised daily dock operations, ensuring timely loading and unloading of shipments.
- Coordinated schedules for dock workers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to reduce workplace incidents and improve compliance.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment use and operational procedures.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement among dock staff promoting best practices in workflow efficiency proactively.
Owner/ Operator of ASAP Ent Logistics, LLC.
UNIVERSAL AM-CAN, LTD.
Warren, MI
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Perform pre and post trip inspections on equipment daily
- Assist in performing all preventive maintenance
- Managed daily business operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Cultivated relationships with clients to drive customer loyalty and repeat business opportunities.
- Oversaw financial management processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control.
Service Operator II/ QA
HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES
Hobbs, NM
10.2009 - 09.2013
- Reports to the Service Leader with the responsibility of operating pumps, blenders, cranes, man lifts, and all other equipment needed for well stimulation.
- Perform quality analysis of all chemicals used during job to ensure the chemicals work and perform per their design
- Conducted safety inspections and adhered to safety protocols to minimize risks on job sites.
- Monitored real-time data to adjust operations, increasing overall productivity during field activities.
- Led safety meetings to promote best practices, resulting in a culture of continuous improvement.
- Certified crane operator
Floorhand/ Derrickhand/ Safety Captain
KEY ENERGY SERVICES
Lafayette, La
01.2007 - 09.2009
- Operated drilling equipment and tools to support daily operations.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs.
- Led team meetings to discuss safety updates and project goals.
- Contributed to safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
- Assisted in rig-up and rig-down procedures, ensuring timely project completion.
- Trained new floorhands on equipment use and safety practices.
Customer Logistics Coordinator/ Inventory Control Supervisor
RYDER INTERGRATED LOGISTICS
McDonough, GA
08.2004 - 01.2007
- Report to the Logistics Manager with the responsibility of maintaining accurate records of product being shipped, received, and stored within the facility.
- Actively controlled the inventory process within a 1.3 million square feet facility
- Served as outbound, inbound, and inventory control supervisor
- Assisted in the startup of new shifts
- Strategize storage throughout the facility using multiple variables (containers at the port, on the yard, and multiple containers of like product scheduled for receipt)
- Certified on all Powered Industrial Trucks
- Proficient in RF data entry, GUI, and Warehouse Management System/ Catalyst
- Proven leadership abilities and ability to adapt to change
- Performed daily duties such as cycle counting, master strategy and problem resolution issues, and the investigation of product overages and shortages
- Proficient in the shipping, receiving, picking, and replenishment process
- Ensure that safety standards, company policies, and procedures are followed and implicated for the benefit of all within the facility
- A leader in providing third party logistics solutions for companies looking to expand but not willing to deal with the liabilities of the logistics and transportation of the goods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heidelberg High School
05.1994
High School Diploma - undefined
Heidelberg High School
05.1994
Skills
- DOT compliance
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Safety compliance
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Warehouse management
- Training and coaching
- Quality control
- Shipping and receiving
- Teamwork and flexibility
- Repairs and maintenance
- Basic mechanical skills
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Hortons Asap Enterprises LLC
07.2017 - 01.2026
Dock Supervisor
YRC Freight
06.2014 - 07.2017
Owner/ Operator of ASAP Ent Logistics, LLC.
UNIVERSAL AM-CAN, LTD.
10.2013 - 05.2014
Service Operator II/ QA
HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES
10.2009 - 09.2013
Floorhand/ Derrickhand/ Safety Captain
KEY ENERGY SERVICES
01.2007 - 09.2009
Customer Logistics Coordinator/ Inventory Control Supervisor
RYDER INTERGRATED LOGISTICS
08.2004 - 01.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
Heidelberg High School
High School Diploma -
Heidelberg High School