Joshua Howland
Kenosha
Summary
Offering strong attention to detail and passion for streamlined operations, ready to learn and develop in dynamic logistics environment. Brings ability to quickly understand shipping and receiving protocols, including inventory management and transportation coordination. Ready to use and develop organizational and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Ryder Integrated Logistics
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Monitored supply levels for packaging materials and coordinated replenishment orders as needed, avoiding delays in the shipping process.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity and efficiency.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Maintained a well-organized inventory system for streamlined product retrieval and shipment preparation.
- Arranged for pick-up by carriers specified on customer purchase orders determined at final inspection through review of shipping instructions.
- Unpacked, examined and routed incoming shipments, rejected damaged items and recorded shortages.
- Trained new employees on company protocols and best practices, contributing to overall team efficiency and cohesion.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments, productivity, and financial totals.
Equipment Operator
Global Industrial
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
Assembly Team Leader
Abbott
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Adapted to changing production demands by reallocating resources and adjusting team priorities as needed.
- Enhanced production quality by closely monitoring team performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with other team leaders to develop cross-functional initiatives for overall process improvement.
- Trained new team members in assembly procedures, ensuring consistent work standards across the team.
- Operated various machines used in production processes.
- Completed daily inspection of machines and equipment.
- Investigated and resolved production issues.
Team Leader
Crown Brands
04.2019 - 09.2020
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strong attention to detail in organizing materials for distribution.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure timely fulfillment of orders, leading to improved customer satisfaction.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - IT Networking
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI05.2026
Skills
- Shipping documentation
- Warehouse operations
- Shipment verification
- Records management
- Shipping procedures
- Receiving processes
- Shipping reports
- Email and phone communication
- Forklift operation
- Team management
- MS office
- Managing laborers
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Team leadership
- Reliability
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Ryder Integrated Logistics
10.2022 - 11.2024
Equipment Operator
Global Industrial
09.2021 - 10.2022
Assembly Team Leader
Abbott
09.2020 - 05.2021
Team Leader
Crown Brands
04.2019 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - IT Networking
Gateway Technical College
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