RESUME

Deron J. Ruff * *** Forest Fern Court* Columbia, SC* 29212 * 803-***-****

Summary of Qualifications

Over sixteen years of experience with progressive responsibilities in shipping, production and operations in diverse industries.

Skilled in supervision and management of all aspects of shipping to effectively assist in the company meeting and/or exceeding stated goals.

Skilled in supervising employees, team building and in implementing employee involvement, training, production, quality control and safety programs to increase performance and morale.

Professional Experience

June, 2017 – July, 2020

Shipping Manager / Shipping Operations Supervisor, Cargill, West Columbia, SC

Manage and supervise staff and shipping operations to include stack-off,outbound shipping and receiving of finished beef products. Coordinates supervision and management of external contractual yard, trucking, and other vendor services, Utilize data processing software systems to execute shipping and transit schedules; inventory controls and audits

February, 2015 - June, 2017

Shipping Manager- FPL Food, LLC, Columbia, SC

Manage and supervise staff and shipping operations to include stack-off and,outbound shipping of finished beef products. Coordinates supervision and management of yard, trucking, and other shipping operations. Utilize data processing software systems to execute shipping and transit schedules; inventory controls and audits

July, 2011- February, 2015 :

Shipping Supervisor- FPL Food,LLC, Columbia, SC

Manage and supervise two departments responsible for stack-off and outbound shipping of finished beef products. Utilize data processing software systems to execute shipping and transit schedules; inventory controls and audits.

Special Related Skills

Ability to operate various equipment, bizerba, scan guns, forklifter, pallet wrapper, ocm labeler and weight scale

Knowledgeable and experience in using Dispatch Tracker, Production Tracker, Group Stack and Randal Report software systems

Experience and knowledge of SOP systems, data entry for bills of lading

Knowledgeable of all company finished product inventory

Ability to adjust shipping orders according to inventory levels

Understanding of how to conduct internal inventory audits

Mastery of shipping schedule and transit

Ability to manage transportation schedule

Ability to adjust departments’ schedule based on product demand

Ability to supervise both shipping and stack off departments on multiple shifts

Perform employee evaluations

March 2003- June 2009

Loading Supervisor / UPS, In-bound Productions / Columbia, SC

Managed and controlled operations of an inbound parcel shipping facility. Ensured production goals, implemented processing and distribution procedures, including human resources, training and safety. Work with limited administrative support, which required ability to “wear all hats”.

Served as a Training Supervisor with responsibility for training new and current employees to ensure effectiveness in safe job methods and other critical performance skills.

Supervised sorting operations for inbound to outbound parcel distribution and destination

Served as Unload Area Supervisor with responsibility for shipping verification and distribution; managing and coordinating employee productivity, company safety compliance, facilitating a positive work setting to enhance team morale, resulting in a positive and safe team-oriented environment

Received several commendations as Supervisor of the Month for outstanding job performance

March 2000- March 2003

Unloader, UPS, In-bound Productions, Columbia, SC

Unloaded in-bound trailers based on a time sensitive requirement

Education

1997-1998 Midlands Technical College, Paralegal Studies

1992- 1995 South Carolina State University, Majored in English Education

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