Raymond Baker Email & Phone Number

Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, United States

Conway, Pa

At Norfolk Southern Corporation, I implement best practices and procedures to effectively manage a production facilityof freight inbounding, processing, and out bounding of trains valued over $30M in assets. As a Senior TerminalTrainmaster, I coordinate with dispatchers, yardmasters, network operating center, and track maintenance supervisorsto support freight movement. Furthermore, I delegate tasks to team members to achieve production goals by the end ofthe shift.Some of my key contributions are as follow:☛ Minimized locomotive fuel and maximized utilization of locomotive by adjusting locomotive requirements based onHP and trailing tons on a daily basis.☛ Took initiatives to confirm annual rules classes arranged for train service employees as well as evaluatedperformance on regular basis to validate compliance with rules.☛ Led 322 employees, provided training to improve performance, and shared constructive feedback for professionaldevelopment and productivity enhancement.☛ Ensured provision of required service to customers and fulfilment of service requirements by developing andexecuting plans for local service.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

During this tenure, I led, trained, and supported five supervisors, ensuring smooth running of functions. Additionally, I defined, developed, and implemented terminal operating plans for inbound and outbound traffic.Some of my key contributions are as follow:☛ Successfully reduced dwell from 25.6 hrs. to 21.4 hrs. by revising switching and departure plan.☛ Saved over $3M p.a. by eliminating 6 positions, reducing assets, and optimizing freight routes.☛ Minimized operating cost, increased revenue, and brought operational and budgetary measurements above goalby employing operational changes in customer service delivery time and requirements for each employee.☛ Interviewed, recruited, and onboarded potential candidates, assigned work responsibilities daily, and reviewed performance on regular basis.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

As a Trainmaster Terminal, I planned and executed various functions for a leading domestic transportation company. During this employment period, I developed and executed operations, oversaw crew members, and provided support in completing assigned tasks. Utilizing my excellent communication skills, I interacted with yardmasters and dispatchers and assessed instructions with train crews. Moreover, I ensured accurate movement and placement of cars in close coordination with customers.Some of my key contributions are as follow:☛ Proved instrumental in realignment of freight and manpower, resulting in reduced overall dwell of freight by 1.5 days.☛ Minimized injuries by 50% and human factor derailments from average of 15 per year to 6 per year.☛ Maintained proper checks and balances to confirm adherence to company’s SOPs and Federal Railroad Administration rules and regulations.☛ Developed and executed that aided in processing of railroad equipment, executing CSX operational effectiveness plan, and managing local resources.☛ Led in-depth analysis to determine operational issues and potential opportunities as well as offered expert recommendation on process improvement.

Cumberland, Maryland

As a Freight Conductor, I supervised all activities related to the movement of freight on road trains and in yard operations. Additionally, I maintained an effective communication network with dispatchers and yardmasters on movement of train and switching, resulting in seamless execution of work.Some of my key contributions are as follow:☛ Adhered to defined rules and regulations in line with FRA laws and CSX rules and policies.☛ Led class 1 inspection on cars for outbound movement and reported any defects to appropriate personnel.☛ Delivered expert services in 3 different territories; including 9 locals, 16-yard jobs, over 410 miles of territory, and 7 customers.

Okinawa, Japan

Responsible for functional support in the areas of Force, Deployment, Planning and Execution. Duties include updating plan and unit information to unit level detail for force deployment planning; operating and managing force deployment planning automated data processing tools; producing force reports; and properly formatting and forwarding electronic mail, files, and newsgroup message traffic.Possessed a top secret security clearanceCollaborated with other managers and staff members in order to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectivesResponsible for all aviation logistics using transportation modes of land, air, and sealift Made sound and timely decisions that enhanced overall transportation for equipment and personnelMaintained yearly logistical budget for equipment and personnel training in multiple countriesSuccessfully deployed a new capability of the Marine Corps while performing multiple positions unrelated to career fieldPerformed duties on the Korean peninsula supporting Korean Theater training events Participated in War Simulations, in charge of logistical supportPresented information on logistics plans to senior management and large groups