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Aaron Southwell

Summary

Dynamic Shop Manager at Earl Hardy Trucking Inc with a proven track record in inventory management and cost control, achieving significant savings through vendor negotiations. An effective leader skilled in employee management and safety compliance, dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of safety and excellence.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Shop Manager

Earl Hardy Trucking Inc
07.2021 - 07.2025
  • Assisted in daily shop operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
  • Supported inventory management by organizing stock and conducting regular counts.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and local regulations by regularly updating staff on changes or new requirements.
  • Controlled costs by effectively negotiating with vendors, saving $Amount on budget per year.
  • Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock at all times for customer needs.
  • Pilot truck experience for oversize loads
  • Assisted on Shop floor with routine maintenance and repairs

Long Haul Truck Driver

Akita Equipment
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Operated long-haul trucks,and oversize loads ensuring timely delivery of goods across multiple states.

  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to guarantee vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Managed logistics and route planning to optimize fuel efficiency and reduce travel time.
  • Maintained accurate records of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery schedules for reporting purposes.
  • Adhered to federal and state transportation regulations while maintaining high safety standards

Safety Coordinator/ Fleet Coordinator

Hunts Logistics
08.2017 - 10.2019
  • Developed and implemented safety training programs for staff compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with management to create and revise safety policies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
  • Led incident investigations, documenting findings and proposing preventative measures to enhance workplace safety.
  • Drove Long Haul to the St. Johns NL facility and trained new drivers on load securement and also oversaw the Cambridge Ontario fleet maintenance dept. To ensure all vehicles met safety standards

Education

No Diploma -

Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute
Guelph, ON

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Employee management
  • Health and safety
  • Invoicing
  • Employee scheduling
  • Customer engagement
  • Task delegation
  • Store operations
  • Budget adherence
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Inventory management
  • Effective leader
  • Operations management

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Shop Manager

Earl Hardy Trucking Inc
07.2021 - 07.2025

Long Haul Truck Driver

Akita Equipment
10.2019 - 07.2021

Safety Coordinator/ Fleet Coordinator

Hunts Logistics
08.2017 - 10.2019

No Diploma -

Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute

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