Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
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Joshua Johnson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic warehouse professional with extensive experience at Hershey, excelling in inventory management and safety compliance. Proven ability to optimize operations and enhance workplace safety, leading to a significant reduction in accidents. Skilled in forklift operation and adept at problem-solving, ensuring efficient logistics and effective team collaboration.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Operator

Express Employment
12.2024 - 12.2024
  • Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.

Property Maintenance Assistant Manger

N. D. Properties
12.2022 - 11.2023
  • Maintained safety conditions and standards in facility.
  • Used and operated various types of tools such as power saws, sanders, grinders, forklifts, and basic hand tools.
  • Cleaned and lubricated mechanical systems to keep machinery operating at peak performance.
  • Enhanced workplace safety with regular inspections of tools and facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Replaced worn or damaged parts to restore equipment functionality.
  • Conducted basic repairs to plumbing systems such as leaky faucets and clogged drains.
  • Performed regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems to support continuous operation.
  • Delivered comprehensive support to maintenance supervisor performing skilled repairs and kept continuous focus on safety and efficiency.

Hersey Warehouse

Hershey
10.2019 - 10.2022
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repaier

US Army
06.2006 - 12.2008
  • Improved transportation efficiency by developing route plans that minimized travel time while maximizing cargo capacity.
  • Maintained accurate records on all transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Checked and replenished inventory to maintain optimal operations.
  • Championed safety initiatives in the workplace, leading to a significant reduction in accidents.
  • Managed cross-functional teams effectively, fostering collaboration between various departments involved in logistic operations.
  • Optimized warehouse layouts for better space utilization and improved accessibility of supplies.
  • Updated logs, coordinated documents and wrote detailed reports.

Education

Associate of Business Administration - Marketing Management

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

High School Diploma -

S.I.U.E. Charter School
East Saint Louis, IL
05-2004

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Product packaging management
  • Forklift operation
  • Warehouse safety
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking
  • Warehouse organization
  • Safety compliance
  • Inventory tracking
  • Pallet jack handling
  • Barcode scanning
  • Inventory transport
  • Stock control
  • Problem-solving

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
  • Cooking
  • Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being

Timeline

Warehouse Operator

Express Employment
12.2024 - 12.2024

Property Maintenance Assistant Manger

N. D. Properties
12.2022 - 11.2023

Hersey Warehouse

Hershey
10.2019 - 10.2022

Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repaier

US Army
06.2006 - 12.2008

Associate of Business Administration - Marketing Management

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

High School Diploma -

S.I.U.E. Charter School
Joshua Johnson