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Ruben Hernandez

Al Ahmadi

Summary

Bilingual Air Freight Specialist with a successful history overseeing Joint Military Air Cargo operations. Highly skilled in coordinating and managing air freight, utilizing transportation management systems and logistics software. Demonstrates extensive knowledge of military and customs regulations, ensuring compliance with requirements. Collaborative team player dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Coordinator

V2X
04.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for monitoring all transportation movement and cargo
  • Ensures security has been coordinated between link up teams and MCTs
  • Inputs convoy movement data into ledger, close convoy entries
  • Facilitated guidance break-down/build-up of mixed pallets, multi-pallet trains
  • Develops daily, weekly, and monthly reports on performance and daily actions for higher management
  • Provided training to new team members on best practices in Central Receiving and Shipping Point management, promoting a consistent approach across the department.

Air Freight Specialist

Versar Global Solutions
01.2024 - 03.2024

● Enhanced shipping efficiency by streamlining freight processes and implementing time-saving strategies.

● Established strong relationships with carriers, fostering a collaborative environment for improved service quality.

● Maintained an organized work environment, enabling efficient processing of paperwork and accurate record management.

● Implemented tracking systems to provide real-time updates on shipment status, enhancing customer satisfaction levels

● Coordinated shipments across multiple modes of transportation to ensure timely delivery and minimize disruptions.

● Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies, maintaining thorough documentation for all shipments.

Air Freight Specialist

Louis Berger Aircraft Services
12.2023 - 12.2024
  • Provided training to new team members on best practices in freight management, promoting a consistent approach across the department
  • Streamlined Loading/Offloading cargo on air and surface conveyances
  • Managed selecting, validating, and staging aircraft loads under applicable guidance
  • Develop daily, weekly, and monthly reports on performance and daily actions for higher management
  • Facilitated break-down/build-up of mixed pallets, multi-pallet trains, and loose cargo.
  • Utilized various software to reconcile the accurate documentation of cargo data and inventory to include special handling.
  • Produce schedules to prioritize incoming/outgoing shipments.
  • Evaluate the condition of facilities and terminals ensuring compliance with contract regulations.

Air Freight Specialist

Louis Berger Aircraft Services
01.2021 - 11.2023
  • Improved on-time departure rates by effectively coordinating ramp service tasks and resources
  • Enhanced aircraft turnaround times through meticulous planning and efficient allocation of personnel and equipment
  • Ensured timely completion of ramp service duties by closely monitoring performance metrics and making necessary adjustments
  • Reduced flight delays with proactive coordination between ramp agents, operations, and maintenance teams
  • Safely operated K-loaders, forklifts, buses, tugs, vans, and other required vehicles
  • Unloaded merchandise delivery vehicles manually or with a forklift and examine cases and packages for damages or pilferage
  • Loading/Offloading cargo on air and surface conveyances operating MHE
  • Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure consistent performance across the team
  • Managed inventory of ramp equipment, ensuring proper maintenance schedules were followed to minimize downtime
  • Communicated closely with ground crew, flight crew, and tow person via headset radio to maintain loading and unloading safety and efficiency
  • Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over 8 daily flights
  • Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.

Education

Technical Diploma: Machining Technician -

SAFA San Luis
El Puerto De Santa Maria, Spain

High School Diploma - undefined

IES Astaroth
Rota, Spain
01.2007

Skills

  • Active Secret Clearance
  • JI Inspector
  • Hazardous Materials Inspector
  • Global Air Transportation Execution System
  • Hazmat and International Shipping
  • Load Optimization
  • Air Freight Operations
  • Shipping Regulations
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cargo Loading/ Unloading
  • Kuwait Driver License

Timeline

Transportation Coordinator

V2X
04.2024 - Current

Air Freight Specialist

Versar Global Solutions
01.2024 - 03.2024

Air Freight Specialist

Louis Berger Aircraft Services
12.2023 - 12.2024

Air Freight Specialist

Louis Berger Aircraft Services
01.2021 - 11.2023

High School Diploma - undefined

IES Astaroth

Technical Diploma: Machining Technician -

SAFA San Luis
Ruben Hernandez