Manager- Terminal, Transportation, Dispatch, Drivers, Ops Mgr
Resume:
J. Kevin Farley
Stockton, CA
jkevindvt@ gmail.com
Seeking management position in a dynamic organization where I can utilize my skills and experience to contribute to the growth and success of the company and it’s mission. EXPERIENCE:
Terminal Manager
Williams Tank Lines - San Jose, CA
03/2022 - 12/2022
Oversee all phases of WTL trucking operation at San Jose, CA terminal, supervising 43 drivers, 3 office staff, and a mechanic. Knowledgeable in DOT/FMCSA regulations–
including Hours of Service.
Ensure compliance with all safety, hazmat and DOT
requirements.
Effectively and efficiently handle customer service complaints and concerns.
Review and complete log(s), forms and paperwork, as required.
Control the movement of personnel, materials and
equipment.
Report and investigate all accidents by assigned drivers. Review weekly performance reports, and achieve quarterly performance quotas.
Accurately document all field observations and ensure file maintenance.
Investigate and resolve issues submitted by customers, carriers and/or clients. Provide follow-up and reporting as required.
Ensure preventive maintenance on trucks is performed on a timely basis.
Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings of all staff.
Promptly solve problems to the maximum satisfaction of our customers.
Dispatch and Scheduling Manager
Conti Materials Service
Stockton, CA 03/2019 - 11/2019
Managed, scheduled, and routed 30-50 powdered cement, hot oil, and aggregate drivers using tankers, tank doubles, bottom dump, and transfer trailers. Responsible for keeping staff levels up as needed, maintaining driver hours to minimize stand-by time and keep costs down, and ensuring driver safety, discipline, and commendations.
Dispatch Supervisor & Recruiter
Panella Trucking
Stockton, CA 03/2019 - 11/2019
Seasonal Position
Managed, scheduled, routed, and dispatched nearly 100 non- Union P&D Drivers. Responsible for recruiting,
interviewing, and hiring new drivers to fill seasonal needs. Worked directly with valley growers and packers to advance sales and production. This was supposed to be a permanent position that became seasonal due to budgetary constraints. I was scheduled for 12 hour shifts, 7 days a week while employed during this season.
Operations Manager
E’Scential Elements
Stockton, CA 06/2018 - 12/2018
Directly supervised and coordinated all job and safety training of dockworkers, drivers, and support staff while creating a culture of safety throughout. Initiated a more efficient supply storage and production line process to increase production by 12% until this company was
purchased by a national corporation.
Operations Supervisor
YRC Freight Inc.
Hayward, CA 08/2015 - 03/2018
Directed Operations of staff of 46 P&D route drivers, dockworkers, and clerks. Responsible for limiting safety exposure through weekly safety meetings and
demonstrations for staff. Developed more efficient employee schedules and increased productivity to better meet daily volume requirements.
Foreman/Supervisor,
Georgia Pacific Gypsum
Antioch, CA 03/2014 - 06/2015
Assisted with supervision of unloading and processing of raw gypsum material. Conducted finished product inventory reports and assisted with logistical support and scheduling delivery trucks.
Assistant Service Manager
Livermore Ford
Livermore, CA 06/2013 - 01/2014
Supervised and delegated jobs to dealership service writers and technicians ensuring each technician received a fair share of work within his capabilities and that service writers were thorough.
Dealership was purchased by another company and they brought in their own staff with them.
President, Delta Valley Towing
Stockton, CA 09/2000 - 12/2012
Provided quality roadside assistance for the general public and our municipal accounts. Serviced commercial accounts such as apartment complexes, auto dealers, and property managers. Certified bid subcontractor with Stockton Police, CHP, and San Joaquin County Sheriff's Department.
SKILLS
A professional and leader at all times. Sound collaboration capabilities and attention to details. A critical thinker with an eye for continuous improvement. Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills. Lead by example through a positive reinforcement- and self modeling based
philosophy.
Personnel management, customer service, sales, fleet management and maintenance, vendor relations,
procurement, scheduling and dispatching. Computer Literate in AS400, Cheetah freight routing software, Excel, Windows Suite, HR, and recruiting skills.
EDUCATION
Sture Larsson High School -
Diploma 1984
Lincoln High School 1981-1983
San Joaquin Delta College - Major: Business Administration 09/1986 - 06/1989
University of Phoenix - Completed Certificate Program Supply Chain and Logistics Management.
09/2017 - 11/2017
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