Joshua Adam
Saint Clair,PA
Summary
Proficient in production management with a focus on effective communication and teamwork. Known for attention to detail and commitment to quality, contributing to streamlined operations and optimized performance.
Overview
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12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pasting Operator
East Penn Manufacturing Co
Glen Lyon, PA
08.2022 - 06.2026
- Utilized good manufacturing practices and adhered to standard operating procedures every day in order to provide consistent, high-quality results.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Coordinated with supervisors regarding any changes or adjustments that needed to be made during production runs.
- Recorded scrap rates and implemented corrective actions to minimize waste.
- Operated casting machines to produce parts according to customer specifications.
- Verified final product dimensions against blueprints before releasing finished goods from the manufacturing area.
- Maintained records of production output, downtime, and inventory levels.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on casting equipment, ensuring optimal performance through filter changes and lubrication.
- Checked temperature readings during the heating process to ensure optimal conditions for the best results.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with casting machines and replaced worn or broken parts as needed.
- Modified machine settings to uphold quality control standards during operations.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed at all times when operating machinery.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Observed meters and gauges to verify and record temperatures, pressures and press-cycle times.
- Replaced damaged molds, chains, or other equipment using hand tools and jib cranes.
Sales Associate
Pure Hockey
Exton, PA
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
- Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals.
- Increased purchase amounts by cross-selling with similar products.
- Suggested ideas for improving store operations and increasing profits.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
- Maintained records related to sales for store management.
Inbound Stower
Amazon
Hamburg, PA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Scanned barcodes on products to ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels.
- Unloaded inbound freight and placed it into designated bays or slots.
- Ensured that all items were properly labeled and stored in their designated locations.
- Identified damaged goods received as part of the shipment process and reported them accordingly.
- Inspected material handling equipment for any damages before use.
- Utilized proper lifting techniques to move product from pallets to shelves.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments using pick lists and manifests.
- Assisted with loading outbound orders onto trucks according to shipping instructions.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization as needed.
- Picked customer orders to sort, pack and prepare orders for shipment.
- Used handheld scanner to sort products onto appropriate shelves daily.
- Checked orders for accuracy and completeness by matching shipping label with invoice number.
- Moved stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Sales Associate
Boyer's Food Market
Bernville, PA
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
Team Member
McDonald's
Shartlesville, PA
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Maintained excellent levels of workplace cleanliness around equipment to enhance safety and productivity.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Contributed to team safety and productivity by removing safety hazards and keeping areas neat and well-stocked.
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
- Trained new team members using approved training materials and information.
- Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements.
- Looked for ways to go above and beyond job requirements.
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
- Collaborated with peers to meet strategic objectives and deliver on productivity and profitability targets.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hamburg Area High School
Hamburg, PA06-2016
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Pattern Making
- Defect Analysis
- Quality Control
- Temperature Monitoring
- Defect Identification
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Safety Protocol Compliance
- Safety Measures
- Production Management
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Computer Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Collaboration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Written Communication
- Time Management
- Self Motivation
- Adaptability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Professional Demeanor
- Professionalism
- Goal Setting
- Active Listening
- Team Building
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Analytical Thinking
- Time management
- Problem-Solving Abilities
Affiliations
- Video Gaming
- Hockey
- Trading Card Games
- Going for Walks
- Going to the Gym
- Going out for rides
- PC Building
Accomplishments
- Creator of Farewell Booklet for recent pastor
- Creator of Frienden's church accomplishment video
- Can fully tear apart and put back together a Iphone 6 in aprox. 11 min
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Pasting Operator
East Penn Manufacturing Co
08.2022 - 06.2026
Sales Associate
Pure Hockey
01.2020 - 08.2022
Inbound Stower
Amazon
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
Boyer's Food Market
06.2016 - 01.2019
Team Member
McDonald's
06.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Hamburg Area High School