Joseph Waskey
Kahului,HI
Summary
Proven leader in logistics and warehouse management, with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency at Lowe's Home Improvement. Skilled in packaging equipment and fostering workplace safety, I have consistently exceeded order fulfillment deadlines. My collaborative approach and excellent mathematical skills have significantly improved team productivity and reduced delivery times by 30%.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Unloader Team Lead
Lowes Home Improvment
07.2024 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Minimized product damage during unloading, utilizing proper lifting techniques and handling equipment.
- Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
- Sorted and properly arranged items.
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Lowes Home Improvment
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Improved store efficiency by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining product organization overnight.
- Provided backup support at checkout lanes during high-volume periods to minimize customer wait times during overnight hours.
- Assisted with special projects or displays as needed, ensuring timely completion and alignment with store goals.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere, consistently lending assistance when needed for timely task completion.
Daytime Receiver Stocker
Lowes
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Kept work areas clean, safe, and organized.
- Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, enhancing workflow and productivity.
- Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
Fulfillment
Lowes Home Improvment
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained compliance with company safety policies and called violations to attention of management.
- Consistently met or exceeded order fulfillment deadlines through efficient resource allocation and workload distribution among team members.
- Cross-trained new associates on picking and filling orders for warehouse products.
- Played an instrumental role in achieving on-time delivery goals through careful planning and execution of daily tasks and responsibilities.
Truck Unloader
Home Depot
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Minimized product damage during unloading, utilizing proper lifting techniques and handling equipment.
- Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
- Sorted and properly arranged items.
- Achieved smoother workflow, collaborating effectively with team members to unload trucks quickly and efficiently.
- Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
- Unloaded items and goods from trucks into main storage area for transfer to shelves.
- Increased efficiency by organizing and streamlining unloading processes.
- Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
- Maximized space utilization in warehouse storage areas by organizing unloaded materials according to dimensions and weight constraints.
Load Puller
Lowes Home Improvment
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular equipment inspections.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently meet or exceed daily load pulling goals.
- Increased overall productivity by regularly communicating progress updates to supervisors.
- Reduced order processing time with precise selection of products from shelves.
Delivery Rider
Lowes Home Improvment
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Handled cash transactions accurately while collecting payments upon delivery completion.
- Reduced delivery times by effectively planning and optimizing routes based on traffic conditions and distance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
- Increased positive feedback from customers by providing exceptional service during pickups and dropoffs.
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Truck Unloader
Lowes
05.2015 - 11.2017
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Minimized product damage during unloading, utilizing proper lifting techniques and handling equipment.
- Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
- Sorted and properly arranged items.
Truck Unloader
Walmart
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Minimized product damage during unloading, utilizing proper lifting techniques and handling equipment.
- Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
- Sorted and properly arranged items.
- Achieved smoother workflow, collaborating effectively with team members to unload trucks quickly and efficiently.
- Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
- Unloaded items and goods from trucks into main storage area for transfer to shelves.
- Increased efficiency by organizing and streamlining unloading processes.
- Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
- Maximized space utilization in warehouse storage areas by organizing unloaded materials according to dimensions and weight constraints.
- Stacked or assembled materials into bundles and banded bundles together, using banding machine clincher.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to aid in safe transport of heavy items.
- Ensured correct distribution of products after unloading, liaising with warehouse staff regarding storage locations.
- Boosted operational performance by undergoing regular training sessions on new equipment usage, safety protocols, and industry best practices related to truck unloading procedures.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in team-building activities and demonstrating strong commitment to organizational goals.
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections of truck cargo spaces before initiating unloading procedures.
- Ensured the timely unloading of perishable goods such as food products or medications, mitigating spoilage risks and maintaining their quality throughout the supply chain process.
- Upheld strict compliance to company policies and OSHA regulations during the entire unloading process.
- Expedited delivery process through accurate inventory management and documentation of incoming shipments.
- Promoted a clean working environment by disposing of waste materials properly and maintaining cleanliness in the unloading area.
- Loaded packages onto pallets and into staging areas as directed.
- Handled hazardous materials with care by following relevant safety guidelines to avoid environmental hazards.
- Used barcode scanners and other technology to track and document cargo information.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to Number pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to coordinate loading and unloading of goods.
Restaurant Team Member
Jack in the Box
07.2012 - 09.2012
- Displayed excellent teamwork skills while working alongside fellow team members in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed opening and closing duties as needed, ensuring the restaurant was prepared for efficient operation each day.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during busy meal times.
- Arrived to work in uniform and presentable in appearance to meet restaurant standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maui High School
Kahului, HI05.2010
Skills
Packaging equipment
Timeline
Truck Unloader Team Lead
Lowes Home Improvment
07.2024 - Current
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Lowes Home Improvment
01.2024 - 06.2024
Daytime Receiver Stocker
Lowes
12.2022 - 01.2024
Fulfillment
Lowes Home Improvment
10.2022 - 12.2022
Truck Unloader
Home Depot
04.2022 - 09.2022
Load Puller
Lowes Home Improvment
03.2020 - 12.2021
Delivery Rider
Lowes Home Improvment
04.2018 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
11.2017 - 04.2018
Truck Unloader
Lowes
05.2015 - 11.2017
Truck Unloader
Walmart
09.2012 - 08.2013
Restaurant Team Member
Jack in the Box
07.2012 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Maui High School