Logistics Specialist/Logistics And Transportation
Resume:
EDWARD A. PARRISH
**** ********** ****, ********* ***, Rockledge, Florida 32955
**********@*****.***
~ LOGISTICS TRANSPORTATION ~
Hardworking, dynamic and results-oriented professional, with broad-based experience and hands-on skills in successful implementation of logistical movement and transportation activities within the military settings and all other fields of endeavor. Exemplify extensive knowledge of air transportation operations and aircraft maintenance, coupled with comprehensive background in performing ground operations of military and commercial aircraft. Fast learner with excellent leadership, organizational, technical and problem solving skills. Equipped with superior communication skills that consistently establish and cultivate good relationships with all levels of management. Energetic self-starter with a genuine desire to achieve and excel.
Demonstrate record of delivering extraordinary results in a multicultural and military involvement and engagement as a
22-year Military Veteran, MHE operator, Secret Security Clearance holder and Licensed Commercial Vehicle.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Logistics Proficiency
Military Logistics
Inventory Management and Maintenance
Logistics Management
Legal and Regulatory Compliance Transportation Competencies
Aviation
Cargo Handling and Shipment
Procurement
Shipping and Delivery Documentation
General Management
Strategic Planning and Analysis
Recordkeeping Policies and Procedures
Customer and Personal Service
Leadership and Team Building
SELECTED CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Honored several times for exceptional dedication to work as reflected in achieving Outstanding Aerial Transporter award in 2009.
- Progressively deployed to various Middle East and European locations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2003 to 2010.
- Exemplified 12-year background in military aircraft maintenance, particularly inspections, ground handling and supply/logistics and tool room operations.
- Established a reputation for delivering high quality work on time, managing a broad range of responsibilities, working independently with little or no supervision and striving under pressure and harsh climatic conditions.
- Complied with DOT regulations and traffic laws, and accurately performed minor vehicle repairs, avoiding costly delivery delays.
- Consistently demonstrate in-depth knowledge of movement automation query systems, such as global transportation network (GTN), group decision support systems (GDSS), global air transportation execution system (GATES), ITV and radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags.
- Ensured the efficient execution of tasks and mission requirements by acting as primary communication link between the operations center, functional department personnel and customers.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE AIRFIELD CONTROL GROUP SPECIALIST Mar 2011–Present
ITT Systems Inc. ~ Jalalabad, Afghanistan
- Assume management duties in selecting, assembling, palletizing and transporting cargo loads to and from aircraft and storage areas; check cargo against manifests, overage, shortage and damage.
- Effectively process and file the entire load plans; manifest and settle receipts for property or equipment issued to customers.
- Calculate weight and dimensions of the entire cargo/baggage pallets, loosing piece cargo transported on military and commercial aircraft.
- Accomplish Center of Balance calculations and inspections on all oversized shipment of T2, T3 and T4 pallet assemblies.
- Function as passenger service center supervisor, performing key tasks such as manifesting, aircraft boarding and aircrew briefing procedures.
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR LEAD Sep 2010–Mar 2011
Kellogg Brown & Root Inc. ~ Mosul Airfield, Iraq
- Rendered logistics support to all military branches on forward operating bases throughout Iraq.
- Collaborated daily with both Air Terminal Operations and Load Planners in all flight loads and configurations.
- Reconciled physical inventories with computer counts to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and are available to budget and finance departments.
- Arranged and retained air movement records and reports, along with travel forms as well as weight and balance testimonies.
- Processed AMRs, TMRs and TCMDs, arranging transportation for moving personnel, equipment and sustainable supplies.
- Troubleshot problem areas in logistics, suggesting and providing solutions to management.
AIR TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST Jul 1990–Retired
U.S. Air Force Reserve ~ McGuire AFB, NJ
- Serve as Air Transportation Operations Supervisor, providing daily shift briefing of flight schedules and safety standards to subordinates.
- Utilize GATES, transportation coordinator's automated information for movement system (TC-AIMS II) and GTN in efficiently manifesting entire cargo and personnel, and tracking and tracing all cargo.
- Conduct Quality Assurance Evaluations for individual task performance and safety practices with the use of ATSEV (Air Transportation Standardization and Evaluation) system.
- Proficiently maintain accountability for personnel movement in theater and between contiguous and outside of contiguous United States (CONUS and OCONUS).
- Carry out duties as unit supply clerk, administering supply and acquisition of unit tools, equipment and required turn-in for calibration.
TRUCKING FLEET MANAGER Jul 2005–Aug 2010
Owner Operator ~ Rockledge, FL
- Formulated and scheduled intermodal container movement from rail ports to customers.
- Spearheaded daily transportation and distribution operation; reduced cost and maintained delivery of outstanding service and consistent on time delivery.
- Rerouted congested sea/rail ports, acquiring assigned containers and finishing required port clearance documents.
- Ensured accountability of containers and chassis for other services and commercial carriers were maintained, ensuring prompt returns to appropriate transport system.
TRUCK DRIVER Oct 1993–Jul 2005
JB Hunt Transport Inc. ~ Lowell, AR
- Executed cargo pickup and delivery, accomplishing required shipping and receiving documentation.
- Guaranteed on-time delivery within specified period; assisted in loading and unloading processes as well as in building and maintaining customer loyalty and retention.
EDUCATION
LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT DEGREE
Ashwood University ~ Humble, TX
TECHNICAL ACUMEN
Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access)
Business Solutions Software
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