Abu-Niir Abd-Ali

Disciplined CDL-A Truck Driver and Operations Specialist with 20+ years of combined experience in commercial transportation, logistics coordination, and industrial site management. Demonstrates consistent excellence in DOT/FMCSA compliance, OTR and local delivery execution, and terminal yard operations. Proven track record managing high-volume cargo workflows, electronic logging systems, and pre/post-trip safety inspection protocols.

Brings strong cross-functional leadership capability with a background in team supervision, scheduling optimization, and OSHA-compliant site safety management. Committed to operational integrity, on-time delivery performance, and AI-compatible fleet reporting standards aligned with modern logistics management platforms.

Production Associate - Thermo Fisher Scientific

(2026-05)

• Ensured safe, compliant chemical processing operations by monitoring all aspects of designated chemical processes for adherence to quality standards, Safety & Environmental guidelines, cGMP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Improved process safety and efficiency by identifying and recommending process improvements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe production area.
• Operated automated and manual chemical process equipment in accordance with SOPs, cGMP, and safety guidelines — performing sampling, chemical/material handling, cleaning, and routine maintenance.
• Maintained full regulatory and quality compliance by performing manual and computerized operations to manufacture chemical intermediates and finished products in accordance with company policies and regulatory agency requirements.
• Reduced handling risk across production operations by taking ownership of designated chemical process activities and applying technical knowledge to guide safe handling of raw materials, intermediates, and final products.
• Ensured product quality and traceability by obtaining process stream and product samples, submitting them for lab testing or performing tests directly, then recording, analyzing, and acting on results.
• Verified finished product integrity by inspecting output for adherence to specifications, including appearance, foreign substances, and packaging or labeling requirements.
• Maintained accurate compliance documentation by receiving and inspecting raw material and chemical intermediate deliveries and completing required records per company procedures.

Commercial Truck Driver - CB Couriers

(2024)

• Execute time-critical local delivery operations across diverse cargo categories, consistently meeting or exceeding on-time delivery KPIs in a high-volume logistics environment.
• Conduct rigorous pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections in full compliance with DOT and FMCSA safety mandates, maintaining a zero-incident safety record.
• Maintain accurate electronic logging system (ELD) records and delivery documentation to support AI-compatible fleet reporting and regulatory audit readiness.

CDL Truck Driver / Yard Operations Specialist - JB Hunt

(2021 - 2023)

• Managed full-cycle terminal yard operations including trailer spotting, strategic positioning, and workflow sequencing to maximize dock throughput and minimize dwell time.
• Performed detailed manifest verification and cargo securement audits, achieving full load accuracy compliance across all assigned routes and shipments.
• Enforced strict adherence to federal transportation regulations, FMCSA safety standards, and company-specific operational protocols across all yard and road activities.
• Coordinated with dispatch and warehouse teams to optimize scheduling and asset utilization, supporting data-driven logistics efficiency improvements.

OTR Truck Driver - Whiteline Express

(2020 - 2021)

• Executed multi-state, long-distance transport assignments with peak logistical efficiency, maintaining on-time performance across high-mileage routes under varying conditions.
• Managed electronic logging device (ELD) compliance, Hours of Service (HOS) documentation, and cargo protection protocols throughout all OTR assignments.
• Applied proactive route optimization and fuel management strategies to reduce operational costs while ensuring timely, damage-free delivery of all freight.

Operations Manager - Photogenic

(2020 - 2023)

• Directed end-to-end daily facility operations encompassing staff management, scheduling workflows, vendor relationship management, and resource allocation for high-volume business periods.
• Implemented quality assurance protocols and OSHA-compliant safety standards, ensuring a consistent, high-performance environment across all operational functions.
• Leveraged operational analytics and performance tracking tools to monitor team KPIs, identify process inefficiencies, and drive measurable improvements in throughput and service delivery.

Team Lead – Floor Operations - Walmart

(2016 - 2017)

• Supervised floor associates across departmental workflows, delivering structured onboarding, performance coaching, and skills development training to build high-functioning teams.
• Managed inventory replenishment, floor layout optimization, and real-time scheduling adjustments to sustain operational continuity during peak retail periods.

Journeyman Roofer – Union Member

(2002 - 2020)

Licensed Journeyman Roofer

• Performed commercial and residential roofing installation, repair, and inspection across industrial construction projects spanning nearly two decades.
• Maintained strict OSHA safety compliance on all job sites, serving as a safety-conscious team member and contributing to a zero-incident culture on active worksites.
• Applied systematic quality inspection protocols to completed installations, ensuring structural integrity, weatherproofing standards, and code compliance on every project.

Business Administration - McCann School of Business (2019)

Construction Trades Program - Newark Construction Consortium (2006)

High School Diploma - Irvington High School