Zachariah M. Richardson
West Lafayette,IN
Summary
Led distribution initiatives with a focus on strategic planning and execution. Guided teams in optimizing organizational processes and prioritizing tasks for maximum efficiency. Developed and implemented solutions to complex problems, fostering a culture of teamwork and innovation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Solutions
08.2018 - Current
- Process vehicles from Subaru of Indiana Automotive to Wallenius Wilhelmsen Solutions's yard or shop.
- Bring cars from the yard up to the shop to processed.
- Take vehicles from outbound to final Destination. I.E Rail or Truck.
- Direct drivers to take vehicles. Inbound, Outbound, and Plant.
- Provide Information to drivers, supervisor, and team lead on vehicles, and other elements out in the working area.
- Report vehicle damage to supervisor or team lead when an issue is found or caused by driver.
- My time currently at Wallenius Wilhelmsen Solutions has given me the chance to grow, and to discover what I want to do with my career. It's also given me a chance to try out different positions, and to expand my knowledge of the company.
Automotive Detailer
Mike Raisor Automotive Group
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Inspect parts, equipment, or vehicles for cleanliness, damage, and compliance with standards or regulations.
- Scrub, scrape, or spray machine parts, equipment, or vehicles, using scrapers, brushes, clothes, cleaners, disinfectants, insecticides, acid, abrasives, vacuums, or hoses.
- Mix cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions, or other compounds, according to formulas.
- Clean and polish vehicle windows.
- Drive vehicles to or from workshops or customers' workplaces or homes.
- Apply paints, dyes, polishes, reconditioners, waxes, or masking materials to vehicles to preserve, protect, or restore color or condition.
- Sweep, shovel, or vacuum loose debris or salvageable scrap into containers and remove containers from work areas.
- Clean the plastic work inside cars, using paintbrushes.
- My time here has been completing the same tasks as Bob Rohrman Auto Group. However there is no Van driving to deliver cars to designated lots. There is Partner work here to improve team building, and team work skills.
Service Porter
Marty Kendrick Nissan
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Clean and polish vehicle windows.
- Mix cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions, or other compounds, according to formulas.
- Lubricate machinery, vehicles, or equipment or perform minor repairs or adjustments, using hand tools.
- Inspect parts, equipment, or vehicles for cleanliness, damage, and compliance with standards or regulations.
- Scrub, scrape, or spray machine parts, equipment, or vehicles, using scrapers, brushes, clothes, cleaners, disinfectants, insecticides, acid, abrasives, vacuums, or hoses.
- Drive vehicles to or from workshops or customers' workplaces or homes.
- Maintain inventories of supplies.
- Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.
- Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
- Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles.
- Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- Maintain records, such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements, in accordance with regulations.
- Perform emergency repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, or spark plugs.
- Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to bases or other vehicles, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- During my time at Marty Kendrick, I preformed multiple jobs. Auto detailer, Service Porter, Shuttle driver, and Parts delivery. Those tasks taught me customer care, and how to interact with customers with professional tone.
Automotive Detailer
Bob Rohrman Auto Group
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Clean and polish vehicle windows.
- Drive vehicles to or from workshops or customers' workplaces or homes.
- Scrub, scrape, or spray machine parts, equipment, or vehicles, using scrapers, brushes, clothes, cleaners, disinfectants, insecticides, acid, abrasives, vacuums, or hoses.
- Maintain inventories of supplies.
- Clean the plastic work inside cars, using paintbrushes.
- Inspect parts, equipment, or vehicles for cleanliness, damage, and compliance with standards or regulations.
- While working for the Bob Rohrman Auto Group, I learned team building, team work, and team leadership skills from various tasks that I had to complete. I drove a 15 passenger van during the summer, and sometimes in between to move vehicles to their designated car lots, and service centers.
Skills
- Demonstrated leadership by guiding teams towards achieving strategic objectives
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence through consistent, high-quality performance
- Demonstrated eagerness to acquire new skills and knowledge
- Recognized as a valued team member for consistent contributions and professionalism
- Demonstrated expertise in relevant subject matter and industry practices
- Facilitated team collaboration and provided essential support to enhance project outcomes
Timeline
Distribution
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Solutions
08.2018 - Current
Automotive Detailer
Mike Raisor Automotive Group
12.2017 - 08.2018
Service Porter
Marty Kendrick Nissan
10.2017 - 12.2017
Automotive Detailer
Bob Rohrman Auto Group
02.2017 - 10.2017