PRAVEEN CHAUHAN
BRAMPTON,ON
Summary
Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety and Compliance Manager
Topac Express
11.2017 - 11.2023
- Road test all potential and current drivers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Arranged for drug and alcohol testing for new and current drivers.
- Trained drivers to use satellite and E-Logs as required by MTO and DOT regulations.
- Coordinated with the operations department to ensure all drivers are using E-Logs.
- Maintained Preventative Maintenance program as per MTO and DOT regulations for safe operation over the road.
- Scheduled monthly safety meetings to discuss issues with drivers and how to improve safety while on the road.
- Prepared Meeting Agendas, and other documents relevant to safety and compliance.
- Coordinated with the Administrative Manager for all policies, training, hiring etc.
- Developed sound working relationships with brokers/company drivers, dispatch and administrative personnel's.
- Ensure that all drivers have Uniforms, ID tags etc
- Dealt with driver issues as needed (accidents etc.).
Recruiting and Fleet Supervisor
ADCO Logistics
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Road tested all potential candidates.
- Completed all required paperwork for each candidate.
- Arranged for drug and alcohol testing for new and current drivers.
- Trained drivers to use satellite and E-Logs as required.
- Coordinated with the operations department to ensure all drivers are using E-Logs.
- Trained drivers with regards to paperwork.
- Maintained Preventative Maintenance program.
- Coordinated with Repair Shop to have all equipment maintained per the PM program.
- Scheduled monthly driver meetings.
- Implemented and facilitated the safety and compliance program to meet industry standards.
- Coordinated with the Administrative Manager for all policies, training, hiring etc.
- Developed sound working relationships with current owner operators/company drivers, dispatch and administrative personnel.
- Ensureded that all drivers have Uniforms, ID tags etc
- Dealt with driver issues as needed (accidents etc.)
Driver Instructor AZ
Best Way Truck Driving School
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Employment in the commercial vehicle industry, Vehicle components & systems, Basic driving and backing techniques, Professional driving habits, Tractor-trailer off-road tasks and maneuvers, Documents, paperwork & regulatory requirements Vehicle inspection activities Hours of service compliance Cargo securement & loss prevention Handling emergencies.
- Developed and implemented training materials and course updates.
Owner
NK Freight
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Operated an 18-wheeler to transport freight all over Canada and USA.
- Provided prompt and courteous service.
- Reviewed invoices with customers and obtain shipper and receiver signatures.
- Daily Safety inspections of equipment.
- Maintained Hours of Operation according with Canada and USA regulations.
- Maintained Road safety.
Owner Operator
Verspeeten Cartage
02.2010 - 01.2012
- Operated an 18-wheeler to transport Auto parts freight for General Motors.
- Provided prompt and courteous service.
- Review invoices with customers and obtain shipper and receiver signatures.
- Daily Safety inspections of equipment.
- Maintained Hours of Operation according with Canada and USA regulations.
- Maintaining Road safety.
Truck Driver
TTR Transport
12.2009 - 01.2010
- Operated an 18-wheeler to transport Auto freight for Ford Canada to USA and back.
- Provide prompt and courteous service.
- Review invoices with customers and obtain shipper and receiver signatures.
- Maintain trip logs reflecting customer locations and distance traveled and fuel costs.
- Coordinate vehicle inspections and repairs and troubleshoot vehicle malfunctions on the road.
- Maintain safe vehicle and conditions in compliance with company and highway regulations.
Production Supervisor
Starplex Scientific Inc
01.2007 - 10.2009
- 9 direct reports on the floor and 3 QC inspectors.
- Production and Labour Planning and Accountable for profit & loss of Shift Production - Dealing with Employment agencies directly to arrange manpower for all Shifts.
- Planning for Extrusion, Injection and Blow Molding Schedule according to Mattac - Closing Work Orders on Syacc and Creating BOL as required.
- Planed and supervised the execution of production for maximum efficiency, while maintaining quality and Responsible for Health & Safety of Team members.
- Monitored labor and equipment and utilize resources efficiently to meet production targets.
- Reviewed, communicated and ensured consistent application of company policies and procedures as required.
- Conducted performance appraisals for workers' safety performance.
- Ensured product quality and team members' safety.
- Oversew all production quote is met in timely manner.
- Met with Set up operators to discuss issues on the floor- conducting monthly safety meeting with Team Members.
- Wrote daily Shift reports, Scrap reports and Labour reports.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
Production Supervisor
MARTINREA INTERNATIONAL
01.2003 - 12.2007
- Customer Service for Martinrea in the nights as a Direct contact in case of urgent requirements of finished goods or quality issues.
- 23 direct reports on the floor and 1 QC inspector.
- Planned and supervised the execution of assembly for maximum efficiency, while maintaining quality and Safety Standards.
- Monitored labour and equipment and utilize resources efficiently to meet production targets.
- Reviewed, communicated and ensured consistent application of company policies and procedures as required.
- Conducted performance appraisals for workers' safety performance - Ensured product quality and team members' safety.
- Oversaw all production quote is met on timely manner.
- Troubleshooted machinery breakdowns.
- Informed operators in daily production meetings about quality and production related issues.
- Attended QSB meetings and providing daily quality inputs as required.
- Knowledge of S.P.C and Kanban system.
- Level A CPR and Standard first aid from St Johns.
- Was actively involved in Launching GMT 900 platform after GMT 800 for General Motors.
Production Lead Hand
MARTINREA INTERNATIONAL
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Lead the team members in right direction - Oversee all the processes are in order - Work with Production Supervisor assisting in the production
- Trouble shooting breakdowns
- Training Employees and Temporary Employees on job.
Owner Operator
DNA Logistics
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Self Employed as Truck Owner Operator - Hauling freight all over to and from USA and CANADA -Performing Daily Pre-Trip & Post Trip Inspections for Safe Operation -Planning for the Road Trip for Timely Deliveries -Keeping Updates on Daily Logs for Hour of Service.
Installation Technician
ULTRA AUTO SOUND
01.1988 - 01.1998
- Duties included, installation of Auto stereo alarms and starters and trouble shooting various auto electrical problems etc.
Education
Coaching and Team Building -
THE BEACON GROUP
Occupational Health and Safety ACT -
IAPA ONT
NATMI - CDS (Certified Director of Safety) - Safety And Compliance
Certification in Process
04.2021
Certificate Course in Paralegal Studies - Paralegal
Blackstone Career Institute
Allentown, PA 10.2015
B. A in arts -
Chandigarh, INDIA
01.1988
Diploma in electrical -
NITMA Delhi, INDIA
01.1987
Grade 10 -
Central Board of Education Delhi, INDIA
01.1985
Skills
- Above Average skills in Excel, MS Word and Outlook
- Active Communicator
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong Mentor and Coach
- Able to function effectively as part of team or work independently as required
- Reliable, Honest and hard working, Safety Oriented
- Knowledge of MTO/DOT Regulations
- Knowledge of CVOR and SMS Scores
- IRP, Service Canada, Renewals, Plate replacements etc
- AZ license holder and trainer
- Knowledge of WSIB regulations
- Knowledge of Provincial and Federal regulations
References
Available upon request.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
Safety and Compliance Manager
Topac Express
11.2017 - 11.2023
Recruiting and Fleet Supervisor
ADCO Logistics
09.2017 - 11.2017
Driver Instructor AZ
Best Way Truck Driving School
02.2017 - 08.2017
Owner
NK Freight
01.2012 - 01.2016
Owner Operator
Verspeeten Cartage
02.2010 - 01.2012
Truck Driver
TTR Transport
12.2009 - 01.2010
Production Supervisor
Starplex Scientific Inc
01.2007 - 10.2009
Production Supervisor
MARTINREA INTERNATIONAL
01.2003 - 12.2007
Production Lead Hand
MARTINREA INTERNATIONAL
01.2002 - 01.2003
Owner Operator
DNA Logistics
01.1998 - 01.2002
Installation Technician
ULTRA AUTO SOUND
01.1988 - 01.1998
Coaching and Team Building -
THE BEACON GROUP
Occupational Health and Safety ACT -
IAPA ONT
NATMI - CDS (Certified Director of Safety) - Safety And Compliance
Certification in Process
Certificate Course in Paralegal Studies - Paralegal
Blackstone Career Institute
B. A in arts -
Chandigarh, INDIA
Diploma in electrical -
NITMA Delhi, INDIA
Grade 10 -
Central Board of Education Delhi, INDIA
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