Joseph Williamson
La Porte,IN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Physically fit General Laborer effective at completing projects and tasks on schedule. Consistently follows through with all orders and instructions. Works well in team setting to complete all job related duties, maintain safe working conditions and adhere to OSHA regulations. Hardworking professional with reliable, safety-conscious mindset and many years of solid experience in warehouse operations. Proficient in operations of pallet movers, forklifts and swing-reach trucks. Expertise in loading, and unloading trucks and order picking and packing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Send It Transport
La Porte, IN
07.2023 - Current
- Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
- Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as checking oil levels, tire pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Maintained delivery schedules without compromising safety.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Managed time effectively to meet tight delivery deadlines.
- Followed routes assigned by dispatchers to meet delivery objectives.
Warehouse Order Puller
Alexandria Moulding
La Porte, IN
08.2019 - 02.2023
- Utilized barcode scanning system to record stock movements in the warehouse.
- Attended regularly scheduled training sessions related to job duties and safety protocols.
- Followed established procedures for proper packaging of products for shipping.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and customers when necessary.
- Inspected orders for accuracy and completeness prior to shipment.
- Lifted heavy objects up to 50 lbs as needed during daily operations.
- Organized and stocked warehouse shelves with inventory.
- Reported any damaged or missing items to supervisor immediately.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting, and organizing supplies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the workplace at all times.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Limited damage to products and orders by using care when choosing items.
- Promoted workplace safety and smooth production by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
- Labeled boxes and placed in outbound collection areas.
Skills
- DOT Compliance
- Materials Transport
- Punctuality
- Flexible Schedule
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Loading and unloading
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Clean Driving Record
- Safe Driving Practices
- Route Determination
- Safety Management
- Safety Protocols
- Customer rapport
- City and non-city driving
- Heavy Lifting
- Time Management
- Traffic Law Observation
- Valid Driver's License
- Processes and procedures
- Route Management
- Confidentiality understanding
- Accident Prevention
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Labeling packages
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Order Picking
- Package scanning
- Truck loading
- Truck loading and unloading
- Maintaining equipment
- Hand Truck Operation
- Warehouse Safety
Affiliations
- Youth Leader and Pastor in training
- Guitar
- Gardening
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Driver
Send It Transport
07.2023 - Current
Warehouse Order Puller
Alexandria Moulding
08.2019 - 02.2023