Rebecca Grigsby

Lee's Summit

Summary

Experienced in a logistics-focused environment, developed strong analytical and organizational skills for efficient fleet operations. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Seeking to transition into a new field where these skills can drive operational success. Well-rounded Fleet Manager with background in coaching and training drivers, resulting in significant cost savings for employers. Safety-minded employee with over 7 years of enthusiastic commitment to safety goals. Known for maintaining fleet and facility in top working order, ensuring optimal performance at all times.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Fleet Manager/Operations Manager

Jack Cooper Transport Co

09.2023 - Current

I create loads based on size and weight of the units being hauled. I maintain accurate records on the trucks, that each driver has bid.
I dispatch the drivers and provide any additional assistance to make sure the drivers are all able to legally and safely deliver their units.
I have a team of 12 union employees who directly report to me
I am responsible for helping my team meet company goals, improve damages, discipline for attendance or any other reason. Im a single point of contact for these individuals to communicate with when they have questions or concerns.
I handle safety for our workforce. I have monthly safety meetings that are tied to the weather and company focal points.
I update OSHA paperwork and make sure they're posted.
After an accident or injury, i handle the paperwork, causation, remediation and provide retraining as necessary.
I perform observations to ensure safety is our main goal.
I make weekly safety slogans, that we place on the drivers paperwork daily.

Central Dispatch Operations

Yellow Freight

03.2018 - 08.2023

Central Dispatch was a group of individuals who would go the extra mile and think outside of the box, to ensure our network remained fluid and the drivers remained legal.
I'd review my area and create a plan to effectively and efficiently move freight towards destination.
Communicated with various field locations, to ensure load selection was prioritized and moved timely.
I would audit various terminals to ensure the proper equipment was being utilized.
I traveled for about 2 years to various terminals, where i introduced them to our new systems.
I taught personnel, a brand new system we rolled out, DDM.
Re-position loads, drivers and other resources to maintain lowest cost per mile goals are met.
Pay accessorial charges at UP and correcting Bill Of Lading Rejects.
Offer reminder and safety tips, to help create and maintain a safety minded environment.

Utility Clerk

Union Pacific

03.2015 - 03.2018

I had many different roles with UP.
I have been a driver, janitor, general yard office assistant and finally a yard office coordinator.
The yard office coordinator supervises the yard office and up to four hundred individuals on any given day.
The YOC is responsible for providing paperwork for the train crews, which allows them to transport freight legally.
I was also responsible for dispatching and supervising the drivers, who transported the crews to their train.
The YOC also coordinates communication between the yard masters, command center, managers, and the train crews
We created and maintained several documents to track the trains and where the drivers were dispatched to swap out crews.
I've received shipments and inventoried the various supply rooms.
We maintain office equipment and stock the supply stashes in the office.

Accounts Management

Department of the Treasury

01.2011 - 01.2015

Company Overview: Kansas City, MO
I accepted incoming phone calls, where I would interpret complex tax issues to tax payers
I also edited and input data from simple and complex Form 1040-X's
We would adjust tax accounts and input changes, as the law would allow
We also created letters that were sent to the tax payers confirming the changes made
I continually met all quality and quantity requirements
This position required me to be government security background qualified, with a yearly audit done to confirm continued trust worthiness
Kansas City, MO

Education

Associates in Arts degree -

Longview Community College

01.2012

Skills

Logistics Coordination Experience
Effective Written Communication
Accurate Data Entry
Detail-Oriented Data Input
Speed Typing
Budgeting and Forecasting
Effective Communication
Invoice Management
Office Administration Expertise
Skilled in Microsoft Office Applications
Professional Cleaning Expertise
Office Administration
Email Communication Management
Clerical Experience
Custodial Experience
Administrative Coordination

Interpersonal Conflict Management
Accounts Payable
Skilled in Microsoft Word Document Creation
Operational Leadership
Supply Chain Management
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Powerpoint
Customer service
Inventory Management
Organizational skills
Team Leadership
Fleet optimization
Problem-solving
Transportation
Organizational proficiency

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