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Theodore Knuyver

Mississauga

Summary

Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Dedicated Industry professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

Excel Transportation
02.2023 - Current
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Reviewed shift reports to understand current numbers and trends.
  • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Investigated and resolved departmental non-conformances.

Dock Supervisor

Excel Transportation
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Implemented loading dock process and productivity improvements.
  • Communicated and coordinated with Number departments to verify operational peak performance.
  • Recorded number of units moved or handled, using work tickets and daily production sheets.
  • Loaded trucks and used Tool and Tool to properly secure items to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Prepared contracts, invoices and shipping documents, using internal company software.
  • Managed team of 5 to 10 staff to facilitate domestic and international shipments.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
  • Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.
  • Used fork lifts, hand truck and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Loaded, unloaded and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks and straps.

Dock Supervisor

Kindersley Transport
07.2010 - 05.2020
  • Implemented loading dock process and productivity improvements.
  • Recorded number of units moved or handled, using work tickets and daily production sheets.
  • Managed team of Number to facilitate domestic and international shipments.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
  • Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.
  • Used fork lifts, hand truck and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Loaded, unloaded and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks and straps.
  • Managed efficient transportation of Type materials each day across local and state regions.

Order Coordinator

Kuehne & Nagel
04.2006 - 05.2010
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Assisted customers by providing tracking information and resolving shipping or merchandise issues.
  • Operated pallet jacks, forklifts and other equipment regularly.
  • Updated company tracking system with latest information.
  • Prepared and packed boxes for overnight delivery.
  • Created shipping and invoicing documents with accurate customer, destination and materials information to meet shipper standards and identify any hazardous contents.
  • Processed and handled customer complaints, answering questions and providing alternative solutions.
  • Double-checked customer orders and information before filling out order forms to prevent unnecessary delays and errors.
  • Informed supervisors and coworkers of inventory needs and double-checked supplies before completing customer orders.
  • Communicated with customers to verify information, fill out appropriate paperwork and carry out specified requests.
  • Informed customers by mail or telephone of order information such as unit prices, shipping dates and anticipated delays.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by checking outgoing documents and shipment labels for accuracy and conformance to outlined customer requirements and preferences.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Dock Supervisor

Robert Transport
10.1998 - 02.2003
  • Implemented loading dock process and productivity improvements.
  • Recorded number of units moved or handled, using work tickets and daily production sheets.
  • Managed team of Number to facilitate domestic and international shipments.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
  • Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.
  • Used fork lifts, hand truck and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Loaded, unloaded and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks and straps.

Education

First Year Only - Business Administration

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Barrie, ON

O.S.S.D. -

General Panet Senior School
Petawawa, ON
06.1988

Skills

  • Order Supplies
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer
  • Microsoft Office
  • Staff Training
  • Staff Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • High-Pressure Environments
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Employment Law
  • LinkedIn
  • Management

Certification

St Johns Ambulance certified : Standard first aid trained. Valid until April 30/2025

Timeline

Operations Manager

Excel Transportation
02.2023 - Current

Dock Supervisor

Excel Transportation
10.2021 - 02.2023

Dock Supervisor

Kindersley Transport
07.2010 - 05.2020

Order Coordinator

Kuehne & Nagel
04.2006 - 05.2010

Dock Supervisor

Robert Transport
10.1998 - 02.2003

First Year Only - Business Administration

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology

O.S.S.D. -

General Panet Senior School

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