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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului, HI
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
Kahului Hi
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
Wailuku, HI
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
Workplace safety
Dock loading
Loading schedule experience
Scanner operation
Item transportation
Merchandise carrying
Stock replenishment
Staging protocols
Excellent mathematical skills
Shipping Documentation
Truck loading
Pallet jack safety
Shrink wrapper use
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