Joseph Nebelski
Willoughby
Summary
Reliable, energetic, and resourceful warehouse operations, business owner, and procurement professional with over25 years of experience negotiating client/vendor contracts and driving strategic decisions through effective leadership. A creative problem solver accustomed to a variety of challenges and able to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven work environments. Proven ability to increase efficiency, augment sales and production. Expertise in logistics, team collaboration, business acquisition and manufacturing. Earned a reputation for having the perspective of both the administrative/ownership and the hands-on side of an organization or a company.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mixing Operator
Henkel Corporation
01.2023 - Current
- Reduced waste and improved batch accuracy with proper utilization of scales and measuring equipment.
- Displayed strong problem-solving skills when faced with equipment malfunctions or unexpected production challenges, working swiftly to find solutions that minimized disruptions.
- Contributed to a reduction in downtime by assisting with equipment troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
- Achieved consistent product quality by carefully monitoring and adjusting mixing processes.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by conducting regular inspections, identifying issues, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines while upholding high-quality standards.
- Increased product consistency by ensuring thorough mixing procedures were followed according to established guidelines.
- Worked closely with quality control teams to ensure all products met or exceeded customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
BAG PLANT OPERATOR
Covia Holdings
01.2018 - 01.2022
- In charge of performing daily safety checks on Bag Plant equipment, as well as carrying out routine maintenance when needed
- Tested and inspected equipment per regulations and procedures, in addition to documenting all loading activities
- Collaborated with other departments and plant personnel; assisted in any loading/storage procedures
- Loaded trucks with bagged products
- Hauled sand from storage bins as appropriate
BUSINESS OWNER & MANAGER
Wholesale Printers LTD
01.2007 - 01.2018
- Built all daily work schedules and grew the team through direct performance feedback, managing up to15 employees
- Oversaw diverse roles in accounting, finance, Human Resources, logistics and sales operations while implementing strategies
- Defined and analyzed customer requests to resolve issues accurately and quickly, as well as answer questions and offer information on related products/services
- Managed vendor relationships and equipment supply chain
- Communicated with prospective vendors to determine terms and availability
- Developed purchasing instructions and policies; ensured proper procedures from both the company and vendors
- Scouted and contacted qualified vendors and negotiated mutually optimal pricing strategies
- Ensured budgets were being used wisely and strategies were focused well
- Provided quality assurance oversight throughout entire logistics process, from point of origin to destination
BUSINESS PARTNER & WHOLESALE RESELLER
Computer Recovery Specialists
01.1997 - 01.2007
- Recovered and refurbished high-end laser printers
Skills
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Organization
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Time Management
- Customer & Client Relations
- Vendor Relations
- Client & Customer Retention
- Regulatory Compliance
- Reports & Documents Purchasing
- Vendor Management
- Pricing
- Quotes
- Negotiation
- Contracts
- Orders
- Shipping & Receiving
- Invoicing
- Vendor & Customer Set-up
- Sales
- Consultative Selling
- Reseller
- Wholesale
- Office Equipment
- Laser Printers
- Point-of-Sale
- Networking Equipment
- Industrial Equipment
- Human Resources
- Training
- Customer Service
- People Management
- Business Acquisition & Development
- Product Knowledge
- Needs Analysis
Certification
- MSHA (MIIN: M07715289)
- Volvo L20B Wheel Loader
- Cat Haul Truck -725C2
- Forklift Driver
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Generated $1.2M in sales revenue2x as a small business owner.
- Spearheaded the single most profitable sales deal with the Walled Lake Consolidated School Board (MI) in the history of Wholesale Printers LTD. This resulted in generating a69% profit in2 weeks.
- Reduced the costs of equipment parts by72% -88% by directly procuring and securing agreements with specific manufacturers.
Timeline
Mixing Operator
Henkel Corporation
01.2023 - Current
BAG PLANT OPERATOR
Covia Holdings
01.2018 - 01.2022
BUSINESS OWNER & MANAGER
Wholesale Printers LTD
01.2007 - 01.2018
BUSINESS PARTNER & WHOLESALE RESELLER
Computer Recovery Specialists
01.1997 - 01.2007
- MSHA (MIIN: M07715289)
- Volvo L20B Wheel Loader
- Cat Haul Truck -725C2
- Forklift Driver