Joseph Mcminn
Camp Hill,PA
Summary
Seasoned Forklift Operator and Supervisor with a track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety at companies like Nestle Purina. Expert in heavy equipment operations and team leadership, I significantly reduced error rates through meticulous quality control and innovative training techniques. Skilled in multi-tasking and DIMs/Dock Yard Management System software, my proactive approach and communication skills drive operational excellence and team success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Nestle Purina
Mechanicsburg, PA
10.2020 - Current
- Forklift Operator Role
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Relief Coordinator Duties (1-3)
- 1.Learning SAP system and Other systems involved with coordinators responsibilities
- 2. Being in charge of filling and maintaining dock doors with trailers to load/unload units proficiently and keeping production afloat.
- 3. Paying attention to schedules and getting timed loads out the door quickly and safely
- Relief Team Lead Duties (1-3)
- 1. Being put in charge when Team lead is not present and maintaining overwatch of the job being done correctly, safely and productively
- 2. Being mindful and aware of safety protocols during time of active relief
- 3. Being an employee that is responsible and productive as needed to serve a role that shows leadership and responsibility to help maintain and carry out job duties
Dock Worker
Old Dominion Freight Line
Carlisle, United States
07.2012 - 01.2020
- Load and unload freight throughout the shift using a forklift or manually in a safe, efficient manner while enduring all weather types
- Perform work associated with warehousing, material handling, and other related duties as assigned
- Communicate often with other dock workers and supervisors to ensure accurate and efficient freight handling
- Receives, stores, and assembles for issue, shipment, and distribution, a wide variety of materials using mechanized, automated, and manual material moving equipment
- Receives, unloads and processes incoming shipments
- Checks accompanying documentation against container or packing labels
- Follows established procedures in reporting over, short, misdirected, or damaged materials
- Assembles items for shipment in the loading area according to information provided on the shipping requests and checks the condition of shipping containers prior to loading
- Ensures shipments are properly loaded onto the right conveyances
- Counts types and quantities of items during inventories, and maintains tally listings during the count
- Recounts or searches other storage locations to assist in determining the basis for over, short, or misplaced items
- Operates one or more types of material handling equipment such as standard type forklift with a lifting capacity of up to 15,000 pounds, warehouse tractor, stock selector, or general-purpose vehicle
- May pack and/or repack a variety of items utilizing a wide variety of standard packing materials, methods and techniques
- Worked was performed extensively and proficiently enough that I was asked by my supervisor to help with coverage (manage other dock workers/was put in charge of zones)
- Was trusted with tasks outside my normal work protocol such as outbound planning
- Honed communication skills, multi-tasking (reading shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, exception forms, and loading and unloading freight)
- Proficient with DIMs/Dock Yard Management System software, obtained forklift license through Old Dominion, skilled in various loading techniques, able to interpret shipping labels, able to re-wrap and stack freight, secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g
- Pallets, straps, rope)
- Supervisor: Bradley Rodarmel (717-713-1604)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Contact me first
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment used at the dockside.
- Checked documents for accuracy prior to shipment.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Reported any damages or discrepancies found during inspection of goods to supervisor immediately.
Supevisor
Saia Freight
Carlisle, PA
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures for freight operations.
- Juggled shift duties, prioritizing immediate tasks to streamline operations.
- Trained new personnel on loading, unloading, packing and labeling techniques for shipments.
- Exceeded specific team goal by partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
- Supervised day-to-day activities of freight staff, including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing error rates.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing project completion times.
- Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
Lead
XPO Logistics
Carlisle, PA
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging employee engagement in problem solving activities.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Developed and implemented lean initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Worked closely with leadership team members to ensure successful integration of lean concepts into daily operations.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School or equivalent -
Cedar Cliff High School
Camp Hill, PA, United States05.2011
Skills
- Communication skills
- Multi-tasking
- DIMs/Dock Yard Management System software
- Forklift license
- Loading techniques
- Interpret shipping labels
- Re-wrap and stack freight
- Secure freight inside trailers
- Palletizing
- Documentation
- Product inspection
- Barcode scanning
- Workplace cleanliness
- Dock work
- Forklift operator certification
- Heavy lifting
- OSHA compliance
- Safety awareness
- Loading and unloading
- Team player
- Heavy equipment operations
- Warehouse safety
- Problem-solving
- Load inspections
- Quality control
- Training and coaching
- Warehouse management
- Mentoring and coaching
- Work Planning and Prioritization
References
- Robert Bogdan, United States Postal Service, Mail Carrier, 717-798-5912
- Bradley Rodermal, Old Dominion Freight Line, Supervisor, 717-713-1604
Availability
Permanent, Temporary, Term, Detail, Seasonal, Summer, Presidential Management Fellows, Recent Graduates, Multiple Appointment Types, Intermittent, Internships, Telework, Full-Time
Day Phone
17176457937
Accomplishments
- Given many Commendations by supervisors,operational managers etc for-
- performance,productivity,going above and beyond expectations
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Nestle Purina
10.2020 - Current
Supevisor
Saia Freight
02.2019 - 07.2019
Lead
XPO Logistics
12.2018 - 02.2019
Dock Worker
Old Dominion Freight Line
07.2012 - 01.2020
High School or equivalent -
Cedar Cliff High School