Kristopher McGlown
Los Angeles
Summary
Transportation and logistics operations leader with extensive experience in managing trucking operations, linehaul networks, and freight distribution. Expertise in optimizing transportation networks, coordinating high-volume freight, and developing partnerships that enhance operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with all regulations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder | Freight Brokerage Startup
Silverline Transport Group
01.2025 - Current
- Developed FMCSA-licensed freight brokerage operations to ensure compliance and operational efficiency
- Built nationwide carrier network of trucking companies and owner-operators to enhance service availability
- Established transportation brokerage to provide reliable trucking capacity for freight forwarders and logistics providers
- Coordinating brokerage capacity with partner carriers and logistics providers
- Developing freight pricing models and transportation partnerships
Trucking Operations Manager
Xchange Trucking / Xchange Logistics
Compton
01.2023 - Current
- Managed trucking operations for freight forwarding and logistics customers across Southern California, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction
- Oversee dispatch operations, driver scheduling, and trucking capacity planning
- Manage operations within a 100,000 sq ft logistics facility
- Coordinated transportation for air freight and time-sensitive deliveries, optimizing routes for efficiency and reliability
- Coordinate capacity between company fleet and partner carriers
- Managed relationships with freight forwarders AIT, Hellmann, Toll Group, and Kuehne + Nagel, fostering strong partnerships to enhance service offerings
- Develop carrier partnerships and negotiate transportation rates
- Implement driver safety monitoring and performance management using telematics systems
Linehaul Manager
California Sierra Express, Inc.
Compton
10.2021 - Current
- Manage company linehaul network across California and Northern Nevada
- Supervise 22 CDL commercial linehaul drivers
- Determine and coordinate linehaul routes based on freight volumes, service schedules, and profitability
- Coordinated third-party carriers and negotiated transportation rates to optimize cost-effectiveness
- Develop departmental metrics dashboards and report findings to VP of Operations
- Conducted monthly claims and freight trend analysis to identify improvement areas and mitigate losses
- Ensure full compliance with DOT, state, and federal safety regulations
Operations Manager
California Sierra Express, Inc.
Compton
08.2016 - 10.2021
- Managed day-to-day operations of a 40,000 sq ft freight facility
- Managed an average of 225,000 lbs outbound freight and 200,000 lbs inbound freight daily
- Supervised 50+ employees including drivers, warehouse staff, and dockworkers
- Designed companywide linehaul networks, improving operational efficiency and contributing to profitability
- Cultivated relationships with cartage agents, freight forwarders, and internal customers to enhance service coordination
- Investigated freight discrepancies including missing freight, misroutes, and safety incidents
- Ensured compliance with DOT, state, and federal safety regulations
- Guided employee relations and disciplinary actions, fostering a positive work environment and compliance
- Recruited and interviewed commercial drivers and warehouse personnel
Operations Supervisor
Forward Air, Inc.
Carson
05.2013 - 02.2016
- Supervised dock operations within a 200,000 sq ft air freight logistics facility
- Led dockworkers in efficient loading and unloading of trucks and trailers
- Coordinated dispatch of over-the-road linehaul drivers
- Monitored dock productivity and assessed workforce performance to ensure operational efficiency
- Ensured compliance with operational procedures and safety standards
- Conducted facility inspections and maintained safe working conditions
- Assisted in training and developing dock employees to enhance skill sets and operational effectiveness
Production Operator
DPI International
Toledo
09.2010 - 01.2013
- Managed inventory and material handling to ensure timely availability of materials
- Conducted quality inspections to uphold standards and identified process improvement opportunities
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality products efficiently.
- Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth workflow in operations.
Lead Production Technician (Supervisor)
Dana Modular Plant
Toledo
11.2006 - 07.2010
- Supervised 20+ machine operators to ensure optimal productivity and quality standards
- Developed and trained 6 team leads to enhance team leadership and operational effectiveness
- Streamlined production processes across 32 manufacturing stations to boost efficiency
- Ensured OSHA safety compliance
- Prepared finished products for shipping using forklifts
Education
High School Diploma -
Evolution Academy Charter School
Richardson, TXCompleted coursework toward degree
Langston University
Langston, OKSkills
- Transportation & Logistics Operations
- Linehaul Network Management
- Freight Brokerage & Carrier Procurement
- Fleet Operations & Dispatch Management
- Freight Forwarding & Cartage Operations
- DOT / FMCSA / TSA Regulatory Compliance
- Warehouse & Distribution Management
- Driver Recruitment & Training
- Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement
References
Available upon request
Core Expertise
- Transportation & Logistics Operations
- Linehaul Network Management
- Freight Brokerage & Carrier Procurement
- Fleet Operations & Dispatch Management
- Freight Forwarding & Cartage Operations
- DOT / FMCSA / TSA Regulatory Compliance
- Warehouse & Distribution Management
- Driver Recruitment & Training
- Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement
Transportation Leadership Snapshot
18+ years, 22, 50+, 400,000+ lbs, 100,000 sq ft, 40,000 sq ft, 200,000 sq ft, California and Northern Nevada, AIT, Hellmann, Toll Group, Kuehne + Nagel, Developing nationwide carrier network through Silverline Transport Group brokerage startup
Timeline
Founder | Freight Brokerage Startup
Silverline Transport Group
01.2025 - Current
Trucking Operations Manager
Xchange Trucking / Xchange Logistics
01.2023 - Current
Linehaul Manager
California Sierra Express, Inc.
10.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
California Sierra Express, Inc.
08.2016 - 10.2021
Operations Supervisor
Forward Air, Inc.
05.2013 - 02.2016
Production Operator
DPI International
09.2010 - 01.2013
Lead Production Technician (Supervisor)
Dana Modular Plant
11.2006 - 07.2010
High School Diploma -
Evolution Academy Charter School
Completed coursework toward degree
Langston University