Joshua Hunt
Summary
Operations professional with years of experience ensuring the accuracy, quality, and readiness of equipment and materials in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Skilled in warehouse operations, logistics coordination, inventory management, and quality control. Known for reliability, process efficiency, and maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Freeman Audio Visual
Chicago, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Oversee daily warehouse operations for a leading audio/visual production company, ensuring efficient storage, handling, and dispatch of event equipment.
- Lead a cross-functional team, setting priorities, delegating tasks, and monitoring performance to meet strict event deadlines.
- Optimize warehouse layout, processes, and safety compliance to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
- Collaborate closely with logistics, transportation, and project teams to ensure accurate and on-time deliveries for large-scale events.
Quality Control Supervisor
Freeman Audio Visual
Chicago, IL
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Directed a team of Quality Control Technicians to maintain cosmetic and functional excellence of rental equipment.
- Coordinated intake, inspection, and staging of inbound and outbound equipment for high-profile events.
- Partnered with logistics and transportation teams to ensure equipment readiness aligned with client deadlines.
Inventory Specialist
Freeman Audio Visual
Chicago, IL
10.2012 - 06.2021
- Managed equipment orders for events, resolving shortages through inter-branch transfers and facilitating rental logistics with external vendors, issuing purchase orders and tracking returns.
- · Forecasted annual equipment needs for capital expenditure purchasing in coordination with management.
- Trained staff on R2 inventory management software, improving accuracy and efficiency.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Warehouse Operations & Logistics
- Inventory Management & Forecasting
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Vendor & Client Coordination
- Custom Reporting & Data Analysis
- R2 Inventory Software
- Shipping & Receiving
- Forklift Operation (Certified)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Freeman Audio Visual
11.2022 - Current
Quality Control Supervisor
Freeman Audio Visual
06.2021 - 11.2022
Inventory Specialist
Freeman Audio Visual
10.2012 - 06.2021
Associate of Arts -
Kirkwood Community College