David B. LUFT
Jeannette,PA
Summary
Transportation Manager with Number years of experience overseeing teams of drivers to meet efficiency and performance targets. Strong understanding of effective routing and transportation cost-saving measures. Deep knowledge of Area of expertise and DOT compliance requirements. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy with commitment to customer service and meeting deadlines. Driven leader to motivate and develop employees.
Qualified Desired Position with solid background in Environmental Health and Safety management. Led initiatives to improve workplace safety and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Demonstrated ability in risk assessment and hazard control, fostering culture of safety and collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Manager
US Foods
01.2022 - Current
- Interpret trains, and consistently enforce company policies, protocols and procedures including but not limited to food safety, DOT, record keeping.
- Ensure DOT compliance including driver logs, route weights and trip reporting
- Oversees implementation and application of all DOT regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), hours of service, and accident investigation
- Maintain all files up to federal regulation standard
- Process, record and answer comments and complaints immediately
- Assists with the pre-qualification and evaluation of potential vendors
- Maintains constant communication with the managers to report equipment status downtime
- Report all safety, compliance, procedural, or disciplinary infractions by technicians to management
- Ensures Delivery Associate compliance with local, state and federal regulatory agencies
- Supervises the proper selection utilization of Company assets in support of the Delivery department
- Developed and implemented comprehensive safety protocols to enhance workplace compliance and reduce hazards.
- Conducted regular inspections and audits, identifying potential risks and recommending corrective actions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate safety practices into operational processes.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, fostering continuous improvement in health and safety measures.
- Evaluated new equipment and materials for environmental impact, supporting sustainable operational initiatives.
- Assisted in the development of new policies aimed at promoting environmentally friendly operations across company facilities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement risk reduction measures, minimizing potential environmental incidents.
- Streamlined regulatory compliance processes, ensuring timely submission of required reports and documentation.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, effectively mitigating the impact of on-site accidents or incidents.
- Advised senior leadership on emerging trends in environmental health and safety legislation so that proactive measures could be taken to maintain compliance.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Investigated occupational injuries or illnesses promptly, determining root causes and providing recommendations for future prevention strategies.
SST Corporate Driver
US Foods
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Support other US Foods divisions across the USA
- Assists with training new delivery drivers
- Professionally provide stellar customer service to our customers
Order Selector/Loader/Trainer
US Foods
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Receive and carry out directions as provided by a supervisor
- Always demonstrate accuracy of work
- Navigate warehouse equipment to ensure customer orders are collected
- Package customer orders according to order requests
Order Selector/Trainer
Sysco Foodservice
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Receive and carry out directions as provided by a supervisor
- Always demonstrate accuracy of work
- Navigate warehouse equipment to ensure customer orders are collected
- Package customer orders according to order requests
- Review documentation and work following procedures laid out
- Schedule work to be completed within set timeframes
- Communicate with coworkers and supervisors to optimize work completion
- Train New hires to become successful and efficient order selectors
- Loading trucks and making sure all loads are secure and safe for transport
Education
Class A CDL - undefined
Sage Trucking School
01.2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Jeannette Sr High
01.2002
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Certified Defensive Driving
- Certified Leadership Excellence & Accelerated Development
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Organization and time management
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Timeline
Transportation Manager
US Foods
01.2022 - Current
SST Corporate Driver
US Foods
01.2019 - 01.2022
Order Selector/Loader/Trainer
US Foods
01.2012 - 01.2015
Order Selector/Trainer
Sysco Foodservice
01.2006 - 01.2010
Class A CDL - undefined
Sage Trucking School
High School Diploma - undefined
Jeannette Sr High
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