Albert Jones
Hayward
Summary
Safety-conscious Dangerous Goods Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Bring deep understanding of hazardous material handling, regulatory compliance, and emergency response protocols. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operations in challenging environments. Committed to maintaining up-to-date knowledge on safety regulations to safeguard personnel and the environment.
Seasoned Dangerous Goods Specialist with significant background in logistics and hazardous materials management. Strong understanding of international dangerous goods regulations, risk assessment, and safety protocols. Skilled in implementing training programs that improve compliance and reduce incidents. Proven record of improving operational efficiency and maintaining standards within the supply chain industry.
Fantastic critical thinker connects seemingly separate details and keep up-to-date on regulations. Proficient in critical thinking and solutions-oriented problem-solving.
Seasoned in navigating complex regulatory environments, with a strong background in ensuring compliance across diverse sectors. Possess deep understanding of legal codes, ethics, and corporate governance, complemented by skills in risk management and policy development. Known for effective communication and analytical abilities, facilitating proactive solutions to compliance challenges. Demonstrated impact through streamlining compliance processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering robust internal controls.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Federal Express
Oakland
03.2005 - Current
- Over 20 years of experience in the shipping industry, specializing in the handling and processing of dangerous goods, in compliance with IATA, IMDG, and DOT regulations. Proven expertise in documentation, packaging standards, and coordinating safe, efficient transport within high-volume logistics operations.
- Issued clear warnings to violators, outlining infractions, penalties and remediation steps.
- Advised customers on proper packaging requirements for their products prior to shipment as regulated by law.
- Collaborated with external vendors and suppliers on matters relating to the safe transport of hazardous materials.
- Developed and implemented compliance policies and procedures.
- Produced reports outlining assessments completed and follow-up recommendations.
- Completed in-depth examinations of financial information to detect compliance issues.
- Maintained detailed database of compliance data, activities and actions taken.
- Followed proper protocols for reporting suspected violations to internal personnel or outside governing agencies.
- Identified, classified and segregated dangerous goods according to regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of containers and packages containing dangerous goods.
- Assisted with the preparation of manifest documents for dangerous goods shipments.
- Collected and reviewed data to identify potential compliance issues requiring further review.
- Supported internal and external auditing teams conducting impartial compliance reviews.
- Ensured that personnel involved in the handling, loading and unloading and transporting of hazardous materials are properly trained in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Coordinated with internal departments such as logistics, operations, purchasing, sales and customer service regarding issues related to the handling of hazardous materials.
- Enforced regulatory policies and procedures across different teams and programs.
- Verified documentation against compliance standards and communicated deficiencies to resolve issues.
- Conferred frequently with specialists to stay current on compliance requirements and procedures.
- Evaluated applications and associated documentation to determine eligibility.
- Provided feedback on potential improvements in processes used when dealing with dangerous goods shipments.
- Adhered to company safety procedures, OSHA requirements and DOT regulations.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from customers about their orders containing potentially hazardous items.
- Provided technical guidance on the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Maintained records of all hazardous material transactions including incoming, outgoing and inventory levels.
- Researched new technologies that could improve safety procedures related to the transport of hazardous materials.
- Reviewed incident reports from carriers concerning any damage or loss caused by hazardous material shipments.
- Prepared labels, placards, shipping papers and other documents required for shipping dangerous goods safely.
- Followed up with licensees to verify adherence to requirements.
- Assessed channels to verify compliance with federal regulations.
- Participated in training sessions regarding Dangerous Goods Regulations updates, changes or amendments.
- Investigated incidents involving dangerous goods to determine root cause and corrective actions needed.
- Received inquiries and advised on regulations related to programs.
- Investigated reported and identified compliance issues against accepted standards.
- Resolved quality and operational issues for worldwide distribution.
- Inspected storage facilities for safety compliance.
- Reviewed records in cases of potential liability and determined compliance actions.
- Monitored compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the transport of dangerous goods.
- Performed quality control checks to ensure accuracy of documents related to dangerous goods shipments.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends or patterns related to hazardous materials incidents or violations.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Team Leader
Federal Express
Oakland
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Oversaw training and development programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Coordinated daily operations, ensuring team adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Assessed market trends and competitor strategies to inform team direction and focus.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
- Analyzed company's expenditures and developed financial models.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all team activities.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Led a team of XX individuals in achieving quarterly sales targets, exceeding goals.
- Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Monitored team workload to prevent burnout and ensure equitable task distribution.
- Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, strategies, and address any issues.
- Managed conflict resolution within the team to maintain a positive work environment.
- Allocated resources effectively to ensure project completion within deadlines and budget.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of improvement in the department's operations.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates and providing input on hiring decisions.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
- Championed the adoption of new technologies to improve team productivity and service delivery.
- Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Reviewed customer service surveys and implemented strategies to improve customer satisfaction ratings.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
We’re House Stocker
Local 250 union
Oakland
05.1998 - 09.2004
- Prepared and delivered presentations to clients and management.
- Responded to client inquiries and resolved issues promptly.
- Developed personalized plans to meet clients' specific needs and goals.
- Delivered excellent service via inbound and outbound calling efforts, meeting established minimum targets.
- Responded promptly to customer service calls and inquiries from diverse groups of individuals.
- Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
- Prepared shipping labels, invoices and packing slips for outgoing orders.
- Attached identifying tag or labels to materials or marked information on cases, bales, or other containers.
- Tracked outgoing orders to provide shipping status to customers.
- Responded quickly to any customer inquiries or complaints related to product availability or service issues.
- Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times while handling hazardous materials within the warehouse environment.
- Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
- Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
- Compared merchandise invoices to items actually received.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
- Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
- Obtained required documentation to process shipments and support movement.
- Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
- Packaged items carefully prior to shipment in order to avoid damage during transit.
- Identified damaged goods upon receipt and reported them immediately for replacement or return credit.
- Stored and organized items in tool or supply rooms, allowing for easy retrieval.
- Stamped price tags on merchandise, referring to official price lists.
- Tracked inventory levels through use of barcode scanning devices or manual counting methods.
- Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
- Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
- Communicated regularly with management regarding inventory issues or discrepancies.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools for assembling or disassembling merchandise as required.
- Maintained accurate records of products received, processed, shipped and returned using computer systems or manual documents.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from trucks, vans, pallets and other storage containers.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
- Issued supplies, materials and products to team members based on information from requisitions.
- Contacted transport companies and suppliers to expedite, trace, or return shipments.
- Assisted with physical inventories ensuring accuracy of stock counts.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Packaged items with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.
- Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise.
- Inspected and verified incoming shipments against purchase orders to ensure accuracy of delivery.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Operated forklifts safely to move heavy materials throughout the warehouse facility.
- Monitored expiration dates on food items stored in cold storage areas.
- Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Performed quality checks on all incoming products to ensure they met company standards.
- Restocked shelves with inventory as needed to maintain proper product levels.
- Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading merchandise from trailers into trucks when necessary.
- Organized items on shelves in an orderly fashion for easy product identification.
- Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
- Set up advertising signs on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Filled customer orders according to pick tickets accurately and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematography
University of Fullsail
Winter Park, FL09-2026
Skills
- Video editing
- Scriptwriting
- Cinematography
- Project management
- Attention to detail
- Client communication
- Team building
- Vehicle inspection techniques
- Personal protective equipment
- Risk assessment proficiency
- Spill containment techniques
- Environmental impact analysis
- Emergency response planning
- Hazard communication standards
- Hazardous materials handling
- Electrical safety awareness
- Dangerous goods classification
- Toxic substance control
- Confined space entry
- Radiation protection principles
- Waste disposal management
- Storage facility design
- Storage facility management
- Environmental monitoring methods
- Shipping documentation mastery
- Explosives safety measures
- Radioactive material handling
- Waste disposal procedures
- Ground transportation rules
- Security awareness training
- Effective communication
- Inventory control systems
- International shipping regulations
- Transportation safety protocols
- Multitasking capacity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening
- Powerpoint presentations
Certification
- 2024 BZ peak proformer
- 20 years hazmat certification
- 15years forklift certification
Timeline
Team Leader
Federal Express
01.2022 - 07.2023
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Federal Express
03.2005 - Current
We’re House Stocker
Local 250 union
05.1998 - 09.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematography
University of Fullsail