Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Generic

JOSHUA LEWIS

New Albany,IN

Summary

Dynamic Outbound Team Leader at Kenco Logistics with expertise in shipping and receiving, and a proven track record in task delegation and team motivation. Skilled in certified forklift operation, I enhanced efficiency and resolved inventory discrepancies, fostering a collaborative environment that improved overall performance and customer satisfaction.

Enthusiastic and skilled Clerk knowledgeable about shipping and receiving, inventory management and carrier relations. Focused on accurate recordkeeping and materials movement for reliability and speed. Experienced with database, ERP and word processing software.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Outbound Team Leader

Kenco Logistics
11.2021 - Current
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping overseeing more than packages 2000 per day.

Warehouse Clerk

Dart
01.2019 - 07.2021
  • Compared shipments received with purchase orders to cross-reference goods ordered with goods received.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors to maintain smooth operations and quickly handle any issues impacting warehouse operations or customer satisfaction.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Simplified shipping and receiving processes for improved workflow.
  • Processed incoming shipments upon package receipt by scanning boxes and envelopes and using [Software] to update system.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Improved efficiency with quick and accurate loading of boxes.
  • Kept warehouse up to safety and health regulations at all times.

Picker

Amazon
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
  • Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
  • Scanned and verified UPC codes for all products to aid in identification.
  • Verified proper labeling and identification on all orders before shipment.
  • Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
  • Sorted and organized items in designated areas for easy access.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.

Forklift Operator

Amatrol
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.

Education

Core 40 Diploma -

Jeffersonville High School
Jeffersonville, IN
06.2010

Skills

  • Task delegation
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Data entry
  • Certified forklift driver
  • Shipping documentation
  • Material handling equipment
  • Effective communication
  • Delivery scheduling
  • Team motivation
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Taken on projects with inventory issues
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • attend meetings
  • gimba walks

Accomplishments

    i have cpr training, also white belt training and have been active in kizan events.

    I also started at this company as a forklift driver and took every opportunity to learn as much about the jobs here in this company to expand my knowledge in this field and my career.

    ive been involved and asked for to do project here because of my attention to detail and the high standards i have about my work. ive volunteered overtime to work on projects to help the company run smoother and fix some of the problems they were having specifically in the ravensburger department with the inventory not being accurate.

    and we corrected that.

    also helped to establish process's for iovate outbound to keep from losing pallets and to keep all orders organized.

    since ive taken on the roll of outbound lead, i can say things here run alot smoother and we hit our expected goals for delivery.

Certification

white belt

forklift operator


Timeline

Outbound Team Leader

Kenco Logistics
11.2021 - Current

Warehouse Clerk

Dart
01.2019 - 07.2021

Picker

Amazon
01.2017 - 01.2019

Forklift Operator

Amatrol
01.2015 - 01.2017

Core 40 Diploma -

Jeffersonville High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE