JOEY SMITHERS
Wildomar,CA
Summary
Well-rounded and reliable team player with diverse experience in food manufacturing as an ingredient mixer, inventory, and warehouse storage clerk for animal nutritional supplements, also a strong background of Construction, machine operating, Flatbed/Boxtruck driving, sandblasting and powder coating and retail front-end and supervision experience. Eager to learn, naturally analytical with excellent problem-solving abilities, and strong attention to detail And safety
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Batcher/Mixer/Inventory
Garmon Corp/NaturVet
Temecula, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Weighing of raw materials and liquids
- Machine operator (Ironside Mixer)
- Reading of batch, formulation, and compounding sheets to mix and complete batches
- Troubleshoot and clean equipment, buckets, and machinery
- Checking product quality consistently
- Maintaining a safe working environment
- Certified Forklift driver on multiple units
- Inventory control and management (cycle counting)
- Preparation for yearly Inventory Audit
Foreman/Labor
SoCal Sandbags
Corona, California
08.2017 - 05.2022
• Specialized in sandbag installation and SWPPP compliance
• Supported flood control and environmental protection efforts
• Worked on commercial, residential, and public works projects
• Performed general construction labor duties
• Assisted crew leaders and supervisors on job sites
• Loaded, unloaded, and transported materials and equipment
• Maintained a clean and safe work environment
• Filled, stacked, and installed sandbags for erosion and flood control
• Built temporary barriers for stormwater management
• Reinforced slopes, trenches, and construction perimeters
• Followed project plans and safety guidelines
• Shovels, wheelbarrows, and hand tools
• Sandbag filling machines
• Compactors and small power tools
• PPE (hard hats, vests, gloves, boots)
• Followed OSHA and job-site safety regulations
• Proper use of PPE at all times
• Identified and reported hazards
• Worked safely in all weather conditions
Sandblaster/Powdercoating
Arath Metal Finishing
Sante Fe Springs, CA
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Business Owner | Head of Operations
- Quotes for services and general customer service
- Forklift operation
- Sandblasting & Powder coating
- Creating invoices and billing
- A/R & A/P
- Receiving and shipping
- Material sourcing
- Marketing
Carpenter
Hakes Sash and Door HSD
Lake Elsinore, CA
01.2012 - 03.2013
• Skilled carpenter specializing in door and shelving installation
• Focused on precision, alignment, and finish work
• Worked on residential and commercial • Installed interior and exterior doors
• Built and installed custom shelving systems
• Read and followed blueprints and measurements
• Ensured proper fit, level, and finish on all work
• Ensured high-quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction • Installed pre-hung and slab doors
• Aligned door frames, hinges, and hardware
• Installed locks, handles, and door closers
• Adjusted doors for smooth operation and proper sealing
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingman High School
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Alert of surroundings
- Safety Procedures
- Cycle Counting
- Above average math skills
- Warehouse Organization
- Powertools
- RF Scanner
- Shipping & Receiving
- Forklift & Pallet Jack
- Material Handling/Mgmt
- Order Picking
- Delivery Driver
- Loading & Unloading Trucks
- Customer Service
- Eager to Learn
- Naturally Analytical
- Problem Solver
- Time Management
- Tasks Prioritization
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Reliable & Dependable
- Respectful & Professional
- Excellent Communicator
Timeline
Batcher/Mixer/Inventory
Garmon Corp/NaturVet
05.2022 - Current
Foreman/Labor
SoCal Sandbags
08.2017 - 05.2022
Sandblaster/Powdercoating
Arath Metal Finishing
01.2013 - 08.2017
Carpenter
Hakes Sash and Door HSD
01.2012 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Kingman High School