Joseph Blethen
Groton,CT
Summary
Having worked at this Pfizer site for nearly 16 years, I have gained an excellent grasp of Pfizer's mission and it's goals. Shipping and receiving materials and equipment, and observing and interacting with the scientists and colleagues here, has been a rewarding experience for me. As a contractor, I have been able to contribute to Pfizer's goal of creating medicines that enhance the quality of human life, and I feel that if given the opportunity to become a part of this Pfizer team, I can contribute a whole lot more.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Associate
Compass Group
05.2022 - Current
- Prepare and process materials, (i.e. hazardous materials, research compounds, documents, etc) for shipment to U.S. and international facilities, in compliance with DOT/IATA regulations.
- Palletize, stage, and process equipment for freight shipments to U.S. and international facilities.
- Operation of equipment such as forklifts and electric pallet jacks to move outgoing freight shipments to loading area.
- Pick up materials and equipment from buildings within the site, and transport said materials and equipment to the shipping department to be shipped offsite
- Provides excellent customer service to colleagues to effectively assist with any questions or issues, or requests
Logistics Coordinator
ABM
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Inspected and received incoming equipment, packages, and other materials, including hazardous, radioactive, and controlled substance materials.
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Processed and coordinated shipments and tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery.
- Maintained excellent working relationships with colleagues by efficiently responding to, and resolving inquiries, requests, and complaints.
- Process and stage equipment and materials for outgoing shipments.
- Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
- Unloaded equipment from freight carriers utilizing forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
Receiving Technician
ABM
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using forklift and electric pallet jacks.
- Received and processed incoming packages and equipment for onsite deliveries.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different customers onsite adhering to established GMP procedures.
- Provided courier services for transferring materials from one lab/building to another, adhering to established GMP procedures.
- Interacted with, and provided excellent customer service to colleagues and contractors on site.
- Trained new employees in operational procedures, ensuring excellent service, and timely deliveries.
Receiving Technician
Eurest Services
11.2008 - 01.2013
- Received, processed, and sorted packages for onsite delivery.
- Delivered packages and equipment to loading docks and laboratories, adhering to established GMP procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service to onsite colleagues and contractors.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Receiving Technician
Sodexo
01.2008 - 11.2008
- Received and processed packages for onsite deliveries.
- Sorted and loaded packages onto trucks for onsite deliveries.
- Delivered packages to colleagues, adhering to established GMP procedures.
- Interacted with and provided excellent customer service for colleagues and contractors onsite.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Education
High School Diploma -
State of Connecticut Adult Education
New London, CT 06.1999
Skills
- Hazmat certified
- DOT and IATA Certified
- Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack Certified
- Outgoing Shipments Oversight
- Preparation of Hazmat Declarations and Customs Documents
- Shipment Procedures
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Shipping and Receiving
- Export Compliance Regulations
- Trained in GMP Procedures
Additional Information
I was born and raised in Connecticut, and have lived here my whole life. I am one of a set of triplets, and I have an older sister. My father served 20 years in the Navy, and my mother is a retired dialysis nurse.
Timeline
Shipping Associate
Compass Group
05.2022 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
ABM
01.2021 - 05.2023
Receiving Technician
ABM
01.2013 - 01.2021
Receiving Technician
Eurest Services
11.2008 - 01.2013
Receiving Technician
Sodexo
01.2008 - 11.2008
High School Diploma -
State of Connecticut Adult Education