Joseph Slowinski
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dynamic warehouse professional with extensive experience at Cargo Zone, excelling in forklift operation and inventory management. Proven track record in optimizing logistics and enhancing order fulfillment processes. Committed to safety compliance and delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring efficient operations and satisfied clients.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deli
Hyvee
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared deli meat for customer orders and displays.
- Crafted various dips and sandwiches to enhance menu offerings.
Forklift driver
Petiq
10.2023 - 03.2026
- Operated forklifts to safely load and unload products from trucks and storage areas.
- Transported and stacked materials according to shipment and storage requirements.
- Moved goods between warehouse locations based on operational needs.
- Checked in trucks to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Utilized RF scanner to pull orders and put pallets away in racking.
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning before operation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Maintained a secure work area by following established safety procedures.
Part time
Elkhorn Lanes(aka Sempeck’s, The Mark aka Bowlero)
09.2008 - 04.2024
- Processed transactions efficiently as cashier, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Served as bartender and lane server, delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed leagues, organizing schedules and facilitating events for participants.
- Authored keno tickets while monitoring game integrity and compliance.
Forklift driver
Cargo Zone
04.2011 - 09.2023
- Streamlined warehouse organization to maximize pallet storage capacity.
- Executed order pulling and prepared shipments using UPS services.
- Utilized Excel to create and maintain detailed order spreadsheets.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks to facilitate efficient logistics operations.
- Managed unloading of containers to ensure smooth inventory flow.
- Applied 3PL experience to optimize supply chain processes.
Warren Distribution
06.2008 - 08.2009
- Operated single jack, Hyster, sit-down forklift, order picker, and reach truck to fulfill shipping requirements.
- Picked orders for timely shipment while ensuring accuracy.
- Loaded trucks efficiently and managed order clearance using computer systems.
Trade well Pallets
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Dismantle pallets
Remedy Temp Agency
10.2007 - 01.2008
- Receiving
- Shipping
- Drive cherry picker, forklift, Power jack
Picker
Central States Group
Omaha, Ne
04.2007 - 10.2007
- Driving forklift
- Picking parts using RF scanner
- Shipping using worldwide ups
Picker
Entegee(Temp agency for Entregis)
Chaska, MN
01.2006 - 03.2007
- Driving crown reach truck and cherry picker
- Picking parts using RF scanners
Shopko Distribution Center
Omaha, NE
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Receiving
- Driving forklift, clamp truck, single and double jack
- Unloading trailers
- Picking parts using RF scanner
Nesco (Temp agency for Pamida - Shopko DC)
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Shipping
- Driving forklift, single and double jack
- Load trailers
Staff Management (Temp agency for HP)
Omaha, NE
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Assembly
- Building computers on a assembly line
Suel Printing
New Prague, MN
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Production
- Delivered newspapers
- Inserted ads in newspapers
- Maintenance around warehouse
Strike Force Bowl
New Prague, MN
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Cashier
- Mechanic
- Cook/bartender
Remedy Staffing
10.2009
- Pulling orders
- Driving forklift
Adecco Temp Agency(ShopKo DC)
09.2009
- Shipping
- Take cases off a conveyor and stacking on a pallet.
Education
Diploma - Accounting
Hennepin Technical College
Eden Prairie, MN01.2003
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Order fulfillment
- Safety compliance
- Warehouse organization
- Customer service
Certification
- Forklift certificate, Pamida Distribution Center
- OSHA training, Shopko Distribution Center
References
- Travis S., Elkhorn, NE, 402-201-5008, The Mark General Manager
- Terry McMullen, Omaha, NE, 402-660-8416, Cargo Zone owner
Timeline
Deli
Hyvee
09.2024 - Current
Forklift driver
Petiq
10.2023 - 03.2026
Forklift driver
Cargo Zone
04.2011 - 09.2023
Remedy Staffing
10.2009
Adecco Temp Agency(ShopKo DC)
09.2009
Part time
Elkhorn Lanes(aka Sempeck’s, The Mark aka Bowlero)
09.2008 - 04.2024
Warren Distribution
06.2008 - 08.2009
Trade well Pallets
01.2008 - 06.2008
Remedy Temp Agency
10.2007 - 01.2008
Picker
Central States Group
04.2007 - 10.2007
Picker
Entegee(Temp agency for Entregis)
01.2006 - 03.2007
Shopko Distribution Center
01.2004 - 01.2006
Nesco (Temp agency for Pamida - Shopko DC)
01.2004 - 12.2004
Staff Management (Temp agency for HP)
01.2003 - 01.2004
Suel Printing
01.2002 - 01.2003
Strike Force Bowl
01.1998 - 01.2003
Diploma - Accounting
Hennepin Technical College