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Austin Watkins

Austin Watkins

Fort Wayne

Summary

Skilled in leading operations within transportation, storage, and distribution sectors. Offer solid experience in optimizing supply chain logistics, managing warehouse operations, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Strong in team leadership, operational analysis, and problem-solving to enhance efficiency and reduce overheads. Contributed to significant process improvements in previous roles, ensuring timely delivery and inventory accuracy.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver Manager

Temco Logistics
New Haven
08.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced driver performance by maintaining scores and providing targeted coaching and training on metric management.
  • Developed weekly schedules, and managed driver compensation.
  • Implemented cost tracking systems for building expenses, optimizing resource allocation and budget management.
  • ensuring compliance with road and warehouse safety standards.
  • Procured essential plumbing parts and inventory to ensure seamless installation processes.
  • Scheduled vehicle maintenance and performed diagnostic checks to ensure truck reliability.

Warehouse Manager

Temco Logistics
New Haven
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Scheduled employees effectively to optimize warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving of products.
  • Utilized Citrix and Mars systems to streamline warehouse management processes and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Understanding the Mars return process, ensuring efficient handling, and resolution.
  • Ensured customer products were maintained within the 30-day limit to optimize inventory turnover.
  • Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations to identify areas of improvement.
  • Created reports on key metrics such as shipping accuracy rates, turnaround times, inventory levels.

Master Technician

Temco Logistics
New Haven
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Adhered to DOT regulations while operating company vehicles, ensuring compliance and safety.
  • Executed high-quality appliance installations, consistently achieving superior customer ratings.
  • Performed routine maintenance checks and upheld cleanliness standards for all trucks.
  • Executed overtime shifts to maintain operational efficiency during peak periods.
  • Utilized power tools and standard hand tools effectively to complete repairs and installations with accuracy.
  • Executed heavy lifting tasks with precision to ensure safe handling of equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coldwater High School
Coldwater, MI
05-2015

Skills

  • Driver performance management
  • Cost tracking
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Schedule management
  • Inventory management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Team building
  • Budget management
  • Safety procedures
  • Load securement
  • Data analysis
  • Employee training
  • Budget management experience

Affiliations

  • Hiking Mountains
  • Taking the Dogs to the park
  • Being out in the sun

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Driver Manager

Temco Logistics
08.2024 - Current

Warehouse Manager

Temco Logistics
04.2024 - 08.2024

Master Technician

Temco Logistics
04.2023 - 04.2024

High School Diploma -

Coldwater High School
Austin Watkins