Charles Chuck Parigian
Operations Manager @Estes Express Lines
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WORK HISTORY
Operations Manager @Estes Express Lines
Seattle, WA, US
I manage terminal operations for one of the nation’s largest LTL carriers, leading 100+ employees across multiple shifts in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment. My role combines strategic planning with hands-on leadership to keep freight moving efficiently, safely, and on time while maintaining strong relationships with customers and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.What I do: • Lead, coach, and develop teams to build a culture of accountability, service, and safety. • Oversee dock planning, scheduling, pickup and delivery coordination, and freight flow optimization. • Drive performance to meet and exceed KPIs for service, safety, and operational efficiency. • Manage staffing needs, including hiring, training, performance improvement, and terminations. • Investigate and resolve customer issues while fostering long-term positive relationships. • Conduct safety training, post-incident reviews, and compliance checks to strengthen workplace safety. • Step in as acting Terminal Manager when needed, executing business plans and ensuring smooth operations.This role challenges me to adapt quickly, think strategically, and lead effectively—skills I continue to refine every day in a dynamic logistics environment.
EDUCATION
Clover Park Technical College
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
ABOUT CHARLES CHUCK PARIGIAN
As an Assistant Terminal Manager, I oversaw one of Yellow’s major velocity distribution centers on the West Coast, to now leading as a freight operations manager for XPO in Pasco, WA. I am dedicated to raising service standards through meticulous operational management and strategic leadership of my team. I have successfully nurtured a culture that emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, ensuring our customers receive unparalleled service. My duties involve refining daily operations to improve client satisfaction, handling the entire daily workflow, and ensuring proper allocation and supervision of our workforce.
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