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Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Glendale,Az

• Instrumental in reducing worker’s compensation Lost time injury claims, implemented a nurse care medical triage self-care treatment program. • Introduced injured workers to a return-to-work re-employability light duty program reducing the number of lost time days by 30%.• Implemented an in-cab online monthly safety training program to include 3 points of contact, hazard awareness, achieved over 90% fleet participation.• Improved and championed a driver’s license compliance monitoring program, this program was successful in reducing our negative DOT CSA Driver fitness Basic scores back to full compliance.• Implemented 3rd party compliance software to address CSA driver violations along with corrective and disciplinary action. • Achieved lost recovery Risk dollars LOU, developed in house demands, also partnered with 3rd party recovery team delivering over $50k in additional loss returns. • Reduced frequency of LYTX driver events by over 40% through mentoring and coaching. • Delivered weekly orientation training presentations to over 50 new hires per month• Reported all motor vehicle accidents, on the job injuries, cargo and environmental spills in a timely manner to our captive insurance. • Facilitated internal monthly meetings reviewing open loss runs, worked with assigned adjusters reviewing claims status till closure. • Achieved a 40% reduction in open claims working exclusively with our TPA’s to resolve subrogation, physical damage, liability, cargo and property damage losses. • Investigated on-the-job injuries and vehicle accidents determining root cause, developed action plans which reduced accidents by over 20%• Scheduled, organized and facilitated weekly Safety Review committee meetings, lead for a 15-member team to determine disciplinary actions post preventable accidents.

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Schedule and coordinate safety audits/inspections to determine compliance with all safety policies, procedures .Conduct or direct activities aimed at identifying potential hazards and develop safety action plans to correct any non-compliance issues and work with operations and management for implementation.Develop processes and plans to reduce or eliminate hazards and safety incidents.Deliver and coordinate safety training for management in accident prevention techniques, compliance with safety policies, procedures and programs and federal and state standards.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

Managed a five state western region with multiple business units to include 27 terminals, 10 maintenance shops and 19 managers. Reviewed terminal incident frequencies, identified trends, developed and implemented corrective action plans to ensure incidents were within established risk target goals. Responsible for creating the root cause analysis for accident investigations in preparation for potential litigation on DOT recordable collisions. Reduced accident injury frequency by 40% each year.. Developed and implemented training programs concerning company's policies, procedures, and safety measures ensuring all business units and personnel were in compliance with Local, State, and Federal OSHA and DOT regulations. Worked collectively with senior management to maintain compliance on all operations with regional territory by conducting OSHA and DOT quarterly and annual reviews. Managed company communications through weekly newsletters, safety bulletins, conference calls, conducted numerous webinars, and created an online training resource library.● Successfully trained behind the wheel over 900 CDL licensed drivers on Smith System’s 5 keys -defensive driving techniques.

Marseilles,Il

Worked with current and potential customers, drafting proposals for delivery and transportation services. Effectively managed office by creating employee schedules, conducting performance reviews, and establishing budget goals. Monitored preventative maintenance on all equipment maintaining a high level of utilization targeting cost per mile. Lead Dispatcher, load and route planner for a 70 plus driver Dry Bulk fleet.

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Education record

Safety Supervisor (CSS) November 2002 University Accredited, Internationally Recognized

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