David Wagner, MBA
Transportation and Environmental Manager at Grand Traverse Container- Claim this Profile
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Portuguese Limited working proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Credentials
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OSHA 30 - General Industry
OSHA Campus OnlineJun, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Toastmaster
Toastmasters InternationalFeb, 2012- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Grand Traverse Container
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United States
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Transportation and Environmental Manager
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May 2021 - Present
Manage a fleet of 23 tractors and 51 trailers in compliance with DOT safety guidelines. Adhere to all FMSCA regulations to exceed the national FMSCA safety scores threshold. Operationally manage 26 CDLA drivers over two facility locations dispatched statewide. Monitor transportation costs to reduce expenses 25% with a budget of $1.5 Million. Coordinate dispatching of 26 drivers for on-time freight by assigning daily tasks, evaluating personal performance to enhance driver efficiencies. Organize records for vehicle maintenance and driver hours of service logbook per DOT guideline. Supervise shipments from production to end-user. Schedule daily and weekly routes maximizing freight to cost ratios of load factor to minimize fuel consumption. Form strategic partnerships and participate in complex negotiations with third party vendors to reduce maintenance cost and increase buying power of new equipment. Observe staff to ensure compliant safety standards to minimize losses due to driver violations, equipment violations, damage to vehicles, and customer products.
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Holland
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United States
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Truck Transportation
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700 & Above Employee
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Operations Supervisor
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Jan 2018 - May 2021
Managed 140 Union 406 Teamsters of CDLA drivers/operators to load outbound trailers to over 60 terminals nationwide, shipping greater than a million pounds of freight per day. Increased overall productivity and shipping load factor goals set for Grand Rapids terminal to maximize shipping efficiencies by 10% reducing network demand by 20 loads per day. Managed all activities of union dockworkers and other support personnel including performance feedback to ensure that all work is performed according to company approved standards. Ensured timely, damage-free, and safe loading/unloading of freight on assigned shifts utilizing FMS and FMU inventory management systems providing customers with real-time shipment tracking. Maintained all over-the-road drivers use and driver logs using Omnitracs ELOG system and monitored all aspects of daily delivery, including routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
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Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC
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Brevard, North Carolina
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Retail Store Manager
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Aug 2015 - Nov 2017
Managed retail team (20+) over 3 departments of textiles, hard goods, and retail sales floor raising company sales ranking to 4th in company, up from rank of 22nd. Completed quarterly profit and loss performance reports. Managed third party vendors to guarantee best pricing. Applied performance data to evaluate and improve area operations, target current business conditions, and forecast needs. Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate, and support sustainability objectives. Devised, deployed, and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels 200% year-over-year. Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments. Recruited members who brought talent, enthusiasm, and experience to a skilled team of associates.
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J.Crew
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United States
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Retail Apparel and Fashion
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700 & Above Employee
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Loss Prevention and Safety Supervisor
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May 2012 - Jul 2015
Reduced recordable safety incidents by 75% year-over-year reducing insurance premiums by $500,000 per year. Supervised the loss prevention and safety team monitoring a 600,000 sq ft distribution center. Upheld security and safety procedures to protect business from financial losses. Maintained shipping records to comply with DOT required documentation. Installed and maintained covert security equipment and used surveillance detection for criminal prosecution. Collaborated with law enforcement to report crime and suspicious activity. Trained staff including retail managers and store employees in loss prevention techniques. Led operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
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Happen-Stance Productions
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Greater Nashville Area, TN
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Business owner and Project Manager
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Feb 2001 - Jan 2009
Responsible for sales and operations of the service provided for record producing, audio recordings, commercial production, post-production editing, and audio-visual installation services. Created realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for effectively operating, driving sales, and increased sales revenues year-over-year by 13%. Devised, deployed, and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels 200%. Analyzed financial risk assessment to execute client's creative vision. Managed 30+ contract employees. Strategically planned and implemented logistics across multiple venues. Collaborated and led multimodal teams on numerous projects for live concerts, soundtracks for film, and national television broadcasts. Implemented strategic management skills to increase growth. Devised marketing promotions and strategies with audio-visual companies, independent films, and independent artists
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Dan Rudin Audio Productions
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Greater Nashville Area, TN
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Assistant Recording Engineer
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Sep 1999 - May 2001
I worked with accredited engineer/producer, Dan Rudin, in all aspects of recording and engineering. Learned session setup, communication, and work flow in today's recording industry. I worked with accredited engineer/producer, Dan Rudin, in all aspects of recording and engineering. Learned session setup, communication, and work flow in today's recording industry.
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Assistant
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May 1999 - Sep 1999
Learned the aspects of running an Independent Record Label and Commercial Music Creation company. I learned how to communicate in Recording Sessions and how to manage recording projects. Learned the aspects of running an Independent Record Label and Commercial Music Creation company. I learned how to communicate in Recording Sessions and how to manage recording projects.
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Education
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2011 - 2012
King University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing -
1998 - 2001
Middle Tennessee State University
BS, Recording Industry Management (RIM) -
1996 - 1998
Central Michigan University
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