Justin Strong
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Canadian National Railway, excelling in freight operations and safety compliance. Proven track record in optimizing logistics and training teams, enhancing operational efficiency. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, adept at managing train schedules and ensuring regulatory adherence. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freight Conductor
Canadian National Railway
Belleville, Ontario
02.2020 - Current
- Coordinated efficient freight movement across rail networks.
- Ensured compliance with all railway safety regulations.
- Managed train schedules to optimize logistics operations.
- Led team in conducting inspections of rail equipment.
- Trained new conductors in operational procedures and safety measures.
- Produced daily reports, switch lists, and train orders.
- Communicated with dispatchers to align train operations.
- Followed strict safety protocols while operating switches and signals along the tracks.
- Inspected brakes, couplings, air hoses, signal lines, and other components of the train before departure.
- Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes and schedules.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Loblaws Distribution Center
Ajax, Ontario
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks safely
- Conducted daily equipment inspections for safety compliance
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks efficiently
- Followed safety protocols in high-traffic areas
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment use
- Coordinated with team for smooth workflow operations
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and team members
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
Regional Manager
Hohol Enterprises
Oshawa, Ontario
01.2017 - 11.2019
- Led regional teams to ensure alignment with corporate strategies and objectives.
- Developed training programs to enhance employee skills and performance across locations.
- Managed budget allocations while overseeing regional operational efficiencies and resource utilization.
- Facilitated communication between upper management and regional staff to improve collaboration.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities within the region's sectors.
- Trained staff on product knowledge, customer service techniques, sales strategies.
- Managed regional operations including inventory control, staffing levels, logistics, customer service.
- Provided mentorship and coaching to staff members throughout the region as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monsigner Paul Dwyer
Oshawa, ON06-2017
Skills
- Freight operations
- Safety compliance
- Train scheduling
- Equipment inspection
- Team leadership
- Logistics coordination
- Employee training
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Regulatory compliance
- Freight documentation
- Air brake systems
- Yard traffic coordination
- Train yard management
Certification
- CROR
- Dangerous Goods
- First Aid
- Working from heights
Timeline
Freight Conductor
Canadian National Railway
02.2020 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Loblaws Distribution Center
03.2018 - 02.2020
Regional Manager
Hohol Enterprises
01.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Monsigner Paul Dwyer