Brent Berk

Experience

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  US Army

  Aug 2002 - Sept 2011

  Logistics Operations Manager

  o Operation Manager (5 years, 60+ hours per week)Provided quality leadership within the organization; led by example.Made important policy, planning, and strategy decisions.Maintained Security and Operational policies in War Time OperationsDeveloped, implemented, and reviewed operational policies and procedures.Helped promote a company culture that encouraged top performance and high morale.Ensured all legal and regulatory documents were filed and monitored compliance with laws and regulations.Worked with Senior Management to determine values and mission, and plan for short and long-term goals. Human Resource Manager (5 years, 50+ hours per week)Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategyDevelop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the CompanyEnsured legal compliance throughout human resource management systemso Safety Manager (9 years, 50+ hours per week)Evaluated, assessed and altered safety procedures and policies for the benefit of employees and clientsResearched and implemented new materials handling processesAnalyzed accident reports and evaluated injury case studies based on available factsEnsured compliance with all regulatory bodies and standards (including OSHA, EPA, etc.)HAZMAT quality control Specialisto Logistics Manager (5 years, 60+ hours per week)Implement or oversee environmental management or sustainability programs addressing issues such as recycling, conservation, or waste management.Collaborate with other managers or staff members to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, & objectives.Coordinate logistical movement of equipment and personnel stateside and overseas in Wartime and Peacetime operationsInstrumental in determining the Operational Readiness of the Companies strength based off current Safety Training Show less

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  US Xpress Drivers

  Oct 2011 - Jun 2012

  Truck Driver

  Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions. Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods. Follow special cargo-related procedures, such as checking refrigeration systems for frozen foods or providing food or water for livestock.

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  Annett Holdings Inc

  Jul 2012 - Dec 2012

  Truck Driver

  Maintain logs of working hours, vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations. Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, and covers. Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions.

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  McCabe Property Services

  Jan 2013 - Dec 2015

  Logistics Operations Manager

  o Operation Manager (3 years, 50+ hours per week)Provide quality leadership within the organization; led by example at all times.Made important policy, planning, and strategy decisions.Developed, implemented, and reviewed operational policies and procedures.Helped promote a company culture that encouraged top performance and high morale.Overseen budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing within the Company.Ensured all legal and regulatory documents were filed and monitored compliance with laws and regulations.Identified and addressed problems within the Company.Built alliances and partnerships with other organizations/units. Drove to multiple jobsites at any given time to inspect and verify job completion and satisfaction prior to customer inspection o Logistics Manager (3 years, 55+ hours per week)Managed Employees directly and oversaw the hiring and firing of employees in coordination with the Owner Maintained over $750,000 worth of equipment at any given time to ensure it was always at operational readiness. Helped the company triple in size in just over 3 years efficiently without any loss of time or failure Managed the hiring and firing of all employees at any given timeo Human Resource Manager (3 years, 55+ hours per week) Maintained billing and Customer Service operations Oversaw the hiring and firing of all employees within the company. Worked with Owner/CEO to ensure all workers got pay raises, promoted and proper bonuses when needed. Maintained all office paperwork accordingly and filed for a minimum of 3 years time while working at the company and ensured that records prior to arriving were on file as well. Ensured that all quarterly Tax documentation was ready to be filed on time and effectively without failure. Show less

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  Walmart Distribution Center

  Jan 2016 - Mar 2023

  Yard Driver

  Load selected Produce to be loaded for the consumer to purchase safely, efficiently and effectively. Hazmat Handler Qualified (Fuel Point, Spill Clean Up) Notifies Walmart Distribution Campus Management of yard conditions requiring necessary action such as snow removal, sweeping, sanding, trash removal, etc Ensures trailers are not pulled away from docks until properly cleared by Management for removal Performs yard check of all trailers in drop yards and docks Provides suggestions on improving operational flows Inspects, reports and repairs maintenance, cleanliness, safety malfunctions or damage of equipment Follows company housekeeping and safety standards Ensures that correct trailers are spotted into correct dock doors for loading Informs Management of Safety Flaws in the Yard and what things need to be addressed in order to ensure the safety of Walmart personnel, Swift Drivers and Over the Road truck drivers Instrumental in finding ways to park trailers safely and efficiently on a fully packed yard without any accidents or incidents Show less

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  Walmart Distribution Center

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  Yard Driver
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  Estes Express Lines

  Jun 2021 - now

  • Terminal Manager

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Dock Supervisor- Platform Operation

    Jun 2021 - Mar 2023