Rodrick E. Woods

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(281) 771- 8209 acxbtc@r.postjobfree.com

Objectives

To obtain a job within the field of Logistics/Transportation that will challenge me and allow me to use my education, skills and past experiences in a way that is mutually beneficial to both myself and my employer and allow for future growth and advancement.

Knowledge/Experience areas:

Knowledgeable in Strategic Management concepts for resolving problems by planning, developing, and implementing cutting-edge solutions that improves operational efficiency.

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Several areas of knowledge in Safety Inspections ( Vehicles, Safety audits, Real Estate Inspections)

Inventory Management and Control, Customer Service Support

Mentoring and coaching employees regarding performance enhancement

Collaboration with upper management or staff members to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.

Working knowledge of ASME, ASNT, and ISO-9001 processes for Production

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office 2010 Suite, Outlook express, Internet, Lotus, Windows 8, 10, NT, Vista, XP and Adobe Reader 7.0

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING

Class A CDL

Heavy Equipment, Forklift, Overhead Crane Training

Automotive Technician Certification

Welding, codes, procedures and processes

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Gee's Hot Shot Services

Houston, TX

Long-Haul Driver (3/2016-Present)

Delivering products and materials in a safe and timely manner

Coordinating delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes

Ensuring that the trucks are in good condition, following timely maintenance

Provide courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors

Fast Care Inc.

Houston, TX

Long-Haul Driver (12/2015-03/2016)

Delivered products and materials in a safe and timely manner

Coordinated delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes

Administered Safety Inspections of vehicle

Provided courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors

Mouton Express

Houston, TX

Long-Haul Driver (08/2014-11/2015)

Delivered products and materials in a safe and timely manner

Coordinated delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes

Administered Safety Inspections of vehicle

Provided courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors

Vallac Transport

Houston, TX

Driver (03/2014-08/2014)

Delivered products and materials in a safe and timely manner

Coordinated delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes

Administered Safety Inspections of vehicle

Provided courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors

C&C North America

Houston, TX

Lead Warehousemen (9/2013 - 3/2014)

Prepared documentation for loading and unloading of trucks

Organized and maintained delivery schedule daily with efficient route planning

Conducted Inventory Management and Control administration

Performed Quality Control by viewing all incoming and outgoing products for damage

Interacted with customers by providing tours of the warehouse to show displays of available materials

Moved product within warehouse via forklift or overhead crane

Rail Crew Xpress

Houston, TX

Location Manager (1/2013 – 9/2013)

Conducted regular observations to ensure proper procedures were followed by all drivers

Conducted pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests, including mailing to lab

Reviewed camera clips daily and provided coaching regarding work performance captured in the reviews

Provided supervision, mentoring and coaching for all positions on location, Train all newly hired starters

Ensures all training documentation is completed and submitted to the appropriate department

Responsible for disciplinary actions and termination of staff and providing documentation within 24-hours to HR.

Scheduled and conducted monthly employee meetings

Processed and submitted all non-revenue payroll adjustments

Collaborated with the Federal Railway Authorities regarding reported Yard Safety issues

Rail Crew Xpress

Houston, TX

Supervisor/Fleet Manager – Contractor (8/2011 – 1/2013)

Collaborated with management and staff members to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.

Implement schedule and policy changes.

Monitored operations to ensure that staff members complied with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, and government regulations.

Set operations policies and standards, including determining safety procedures for the handling of dangerous goods.

Direct investigations to verify and resolve customer complaints.

Direct activities related to dispatching, routing, or tracking transportation vehicles.

Conducted employee training sessions on subjects such as employee orientation, quality improvement, or computer use.

Promoted safe work activities by conducting safety audits, attending company safety meetings, and meeting with individual staff members.

Directed activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to vehicles.

Conducted investigations in cooperation with government agencies to determine causes of transportation accidents and to improve safety procedures.

JT Thorpe –Sunbelt Engineering Co.

Houston, Texas

QA/QC, Safety and Laborer Forman (8/2008- 11/2011)

Maintained Records calculations and performed Inventory and Inspection of all equipment.

Inspected work at various stages of the installation process and worked with the Superintendent to ensure that all applications by the craftsmen’s meet the project scope and customer specifications

Goodcrane Corporation

Houston, Texas

Quality Control Inspector (2/2008- 8/2008)

Inspected & tested welded joints of work in progress and completed units for defects, correct dimensions, joint strength, bead formation, weld penetration, conformance with layout, blueprints and work orders

Working knowledge API, ABS, AWS

Utilized skillset for administering ASME, ASNT, and ISO-9001 process within Production

Porta-Kamp INTL.

Houston, Texas

Quality Control Inspector (7/2007 - 2/2008)

Performed Quality Control functions, Incoming Raw Materials, In-process Steel Fabrication and In-process Assembly

Documented Control functions, Initiating, revising, approving, distributing, recalling, archiving documents, and reviewed Engineering Drawings/Blueprints

Enforced NCR’s, Hold Points, ECN and red tags, etc…

TCB Real Estate Inspection Service

Houston, Texas

Real Estate Inspector (06/1998 - 08/2005)

Inspected Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Structural/Foundational for Residential, Commercial and various Industrial sites

Dollar Rent A Car,

Houston, Texas

Staff Asst. II, Quality Control & Fleet Mgmt. (2/99 - 12/01)

Tracked performance versus forecast on a monthly basis

Updated fleet policy and procedures, to include vehicle assignment, personal use, replacement policy, accident reporting process, and other procedures.

Managed, assigned and tracked use of poll vehicles as required.

EDUCATION

Evan E. Worthing Sr. High - H.S. Diploma

Houston Community College, Houston, Texas (2004-2005)

Automotive Technician (Certification)

Houston Community College, Houston, Texas (1998 – 1999)

Construction (Certification)

Inspection (Certification)

Real Estate; (certificate)

MILITARY

United States Marine Corps (1995 – 1998)

Financial Management

References upon request

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