Joshua Cavagnaro
Summary
With a proven track record at The Safety Zone, I've honed my expertise in warehouse operations and forklift operation, alongside developing strong problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills. My achievements include streamlining receiving procedures and enhancing safety protocols, significantly improving efficiency and reducing workplace accidents.
Diligent Warehouse Associate offering 17 years of comprehensive industry experience. Adept at loading and unloading trucks, shipping and receiving and order picking and packing. Reliable and safety-conscious with excellent freight handling capabilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Lead
The Safety Zone
07.2007 - 01.2025
- Trained new team members on company procedures, ensuring quick integration and productivity.
- Led a team of receivers, delegating tasks effectively to maintain smooth operations and meet deadlines.
- Resolved discrepancies in shipment deliveries, maintaining accurate records and preventing errors.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing new receiving processes and procedures.
- Reviewed purchase orders to verify accuracy, addressing any discrepancies before processing shipments.
- Improved warehouse organization by redesigning storage layout for optimal space utilization.
- Implemented safety protocols within the receiving area, reducing workplace accidents and injuries.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Warehouse Worker
Specialty Lighting Group
09.2004 - 07.2007
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Strengthened team collaboration, working closely with peers to tackle large projects and tight deadlines.
- Optimized storage space, rearranging items to better utilize available square footage.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in warehouse, adhering to rigorous housekeeping standards.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
Utility Pole Inspector
Osmose
03.2003 - 09.2004
- Maintained up-to-date inspection and audit records for improved reporting and analysis.
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
- Streamlined inspection processes, reducing inspection times without compromising on thoroughness or accuracy.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Resource Management
Lyndon State College
Lyndonville, VT11-2004
Associate of Science - Recreation
SUNY At Delhi
Delhi, NY08-1997
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Computer skills
- Stock organization
- Warehouse operations
- Cycle counting
- Returns processing
- Barcode scanning
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Time management
- Self-motivated and independent
- Attention to detail
- Punctual and reliable
- Warehouse safety
- Warehousing operations
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Organization and prioritization
- Safety procedures
- Data entry
- Forklift operation
- Task prioritization
- Product knowledge
- US Driver's license
- Materials transportation
- Safety and compliance
- Receiving procedures
- Willing to learn
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- As part of the safety committee, I developed operational safety and best practices in a warehouse with a six-member team.
Timeline
Receiving Lead
The Safety Zone
07.2007 - 01.2025
Warehouse Worker
Specialty Lighting Group
09.2004 - 07.2007
Utility Pole Inspector
Osmose
03.2003 - 09.2004
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Resource Management
Lyndon State College
Associate of Science - Recreation
SUNY At Delhi