Joel Montesdeoca
Clearfield
Summary
Proven success in team-oriented environments with several years of industry experience. Strong ability to balance team performance, customer service goals, and business objectives. Committed to enhancing productivity and streamlining procedures through effective collaboration. Demonstrated leadership with exceptional planning and organizational skills. Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Amentum
Clearfield
12.2025 - Current
- Inspected and received inbound government property and defense materials in accordance with DoD, FAR/DFARS standards.
- Managed controlled and sensitive materials, ensuring strict adherence to security protocols and chain-of-custody.
- Prepared and shipped defense equipment using proper DoD forms while maintaining compliant audit documentation.
- Coordinated shipments with federal customers, ensuring compliance with packaging and labeling requirements.
- Processed incoming shipments and verified accuracy against packing lists.
- Coordinated outbound shipments ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
- Adhered to all safety standards while working with heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
- Tracked Government-Furnished Property (GFP) and Contractor-Acquired Property (CAP) accurately within inventory systems.
- Operated material-handling equipment for safe movement of sensitive and oversized defense assets.
- Processed inbound/outbound freight at secure checkpoints, adhering to OPSEC and access control procedures.
- Maintained compliance with ITAR, EAR, OSHA, and DOT regulations for shipping controlled materials.
Material handler
Univar Solutions
Clearfield
06.2023 - 09.2025
- Loaded and unloaded railcars and tankers containing both flammable and non-flammable materials, including seasonal handling of de-icer products.
- Transferred liquids into totes and 55-gallon drums following stringent safety and environmental protocols.
- Palletized finished goods for storage or shipment, ensuring correct labeling and documentation.
- Ensured inventory accuracy through regular audits and system updates.
- Handled loading of hazardous waste into trailers for compliant scheduled disposal.
- Performed general yard operations, maneuvering semi-trucks with tankers/trailers under supervision.
- Trained staff on safe handling procedures for materials to promote a safe work environment.
- Adhered to safety guidelines during loading/unloading tasks to mitigate risks.
Shift Lead
Zao Asian Cafe
Layton
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Executed opening and closing procedures for restaurant operations.
- Motivated and led team members to enhance performance during shifts.
- Ensured exceptional customer service while addressing guest concerns promptly.
- Monitored food quality, cleanliness, and safety standards to maintain compliance.
- Assisted in training and coaching team members to improve skills.
- Managed cash handling, POS transactions, and shift reports accurately.
- Maintained inventory levels and restocked supplies during shifts efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with management and team to ensure alignment.
Forklift Operator
Expeditors
Salt Lake City
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Operated forklifts to efficiently load and unload semi-trailers on schedule.
- Organized pallets while ensuring accurate placement of items with barcode scanning systems.
- Maintained FIFO inventory management principles to optimize warehouse flow and product rotation.
Yard Foreman
Harrington And Company
West Valley City
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Supervised yard crew of up to five members, ensuring efficiency and safety standards.
- Oversaw customization of vinyl fencing orders, verifying measurements and preparation timelines.
- Maintained clean and organized yard environment in compliance with company standards.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Certified forklift operator; safely loaded and unloaded pallets and fencing materials.
- Conducted quality control by double-checking team members' fulfilled orders.
- Provided Spanish-English translation to support non-English-speaking clients.
- Operated various heavy machinery as part of daily yard operations.
Line Cook
Cafe Rio Mexican Grill
Magna
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to company recipes and quality standards in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Maintained clean and organized workstation to ensure food safety and efficient service.
- Executed food preparation tasks including chopping vegetables, marinating meats, and preparing sauces.
- Operated grills, fryers, steamers, and ovens safely while maximizing efficiency.
- Monitored food stock levels and communicated supply needs to prevent shortages during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members and front-of-house staff to ensure accurate and prompt customer order fulfillment.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations regarding food handling, temperature control, and sanitation.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation procedures and safety protocols.
Shift Lead
CASPER'S ICE CREAM
Richmond
10.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed day and graveyard shifts in shipping and receiving department, ensuring timely loading and dispatch of trucks.
- Led team of 10 crew members, delegating responsibilities to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for loading and unloading frozen products from 50-foot trailers.
- Hand-stacked and palletized ice cream products with precision to maintain quality standards.
- Applied FIFO inventory principles to preserve product integrity and minimize waste.
- Conducted daily cleaning and inventory checks to uphold safety and compliance standards.
- Trained staff on box truck operation, maintaining a consistent safety record over four years.
Trainer
FEDEX
Salt Lake City
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Trained new hires in efficient truck loading and stacking techniques, ensuring adherence to time and safety standards
- Provided hands-on instruction and performance feedback to improve productivity and accuracy in loading trucks.
Education
High school diploma -
Ski View High School
Smithfield, UT05-2013
Skills
- Hand tools
- Shift management
- Writing skills
- Inventory management
- Packaging
- Truck driving
- Delivery vehicle
- Driving
- Meal preparation
- Forklift
- Order picking
- Manufacturing
- Quality assurance within food and beverage industry
- Order picker
- Microsoft Dynamics Navision
- Team leadership
- Crew management
- Basic math
- Warehouse management system
- Warehouse experience
- Customer communication
- Load & unload
- Delivery driver experience
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Office
- Tanker Experience
- Cash handling
- Pallet assembly
- Adaptability
- Customer service
- MICROSOFT DYNAMICS
- Computer skills
- Heavy lifting
- Yard jockey
- Food sanitation practices
- Quick-service food
- Shift lead
- Shipping compliance
- Material handling
- Safety protocols
- Record keeping
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Training and development
- Time management
- Equipment operation
- Warehousing operations
- Forklift operation
- Load planning
- Hazardous materials handling
- Organization and prioritization
- Certified forklift driver
- Shipping label preparation
- Shipping and receiving tracking
- Warehouse safety
- Package handling
- Workflow optimization
- Warehouse layout understanding
- Safety and compliance
- Product knowledge
- Material handling equipment
- Shipping and receiving
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Electric Pallet Jack Certification
- Pallet Jack Certification
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Amentum
12.2025 - Current
Shift Lead
Zao Asian Cafe
06.2025 - 08.2025
Material handler
Univar Solutions
06.2023 - 09.2025
Forklift Operator
Expeditors
10.2022 - 11.2022
Yard Foreman
Harrington And Company
05.2020 - 08.2022
Line Cook
Cafe Rio Mexican Grill
08.2019 - 04.2020
Shift Lead
CASPER'S ICE CREAM
10.2016 - 07.2019
Trainer
FEDEX
01.2013 - 12.2016
High school diploma -
Ski View High School