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Overview
Work History
Education
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Joshua Self

Boiling Springs,SC

Summary

Dynamic professional experienced in stocking and arranging merchandise within high-volume environments, recognized for exceptional quality control and warehouse production skills. Known for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and effective communication, providing reliable customer service in demanding sales and account management settings. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks under changing priorities while mastering new skills independently. Career aspirations include leveraging extensive team-based experience to drive efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser, Shipping & Receiving, Website, Sales

Holster Clothing Co.
Lake Wylie, South Carolina
02.2024 - Current
  • Monitored stock to maintain sufficient quantity of featured product.
  • Managed purchasing process for entire department.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
  • Collaborated with suppliers, manufacturers and retailers to properly execute merchandising plans.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Production Line Leader

Michelin US2 Tire Plant
Pendleton, South Carolina
05.2014 - 02.2024
  • Collaborated with Quality Control personnel to ensure that manufactured products met customer specifications.
  • Kept areas clean, neat, and inspection-ready to comply with product guidelines.
  • Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
  • Oversaw design, procurement and construction from mechanical equipment and reliability perspective and provide input for start-up and operation of mechanical systems.
  • Ensured that all products met quality standards before being shipped out.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain the efficiency of the production line.
  • Prepared products for shipment by packaging and labeling finished products in cardboard boxes or containers.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Warehouse Order Selector

C&S Wholesale
Mauldin, South Carolina
01.2009 - 05.2014
  • Lifted up to 50 lbs on a regular basis without assistance from other personnel.
  • Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
  • Loaded and unloaded containers from trucks using a forklift or pallet jack.
  • Promoted workplace safety and smooth production by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free of hazards.
  • Labeled packages with customer information before loading onto trucks.
  • Inspected products for quality assurance prior to shipment.
  • Cleaned and organized aisles, work stations, and floors to promote operational productivity.
  • Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
  • Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
  • Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
  • Operated material handling equipment such as reach truck, order picker. safely and efficiently.
  • Stacked pallets in an organized fashion for easy access and retrieval.
  • Verified incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy of orders.

Education

High School Diploma -

Laurens District 55 High School
Laurens, SC
06-2000

Skills

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Active listener
  • Sales techniques
  • Skilled in Microsoft office
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Product sales
  • Customer service
  • Account management
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Pallet jacks
  • Forklift operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs

Affiliations

  • I have 15 years of combined experience in production line, production operator, manufacturing, customer service, and production lead operator
  • I have three years of social media, online sales, telephone customer service, and merchandising experience
  • In previous jobs, I gained experience in call centers, warehouses, shipping and receiving, manufacturing, and sales throughout my last 22 years of employment through various jobs and positions

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Merchandiser, Shipping & Receiving, Website, Sales

Holster Clothing Co.
02.2024 - Current

Production Line Leader

Michelin US2 Tire Plant
05.2014 - 02.2024

Warehouse Order Selector

C&S Wholesale
01.2009 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

Laurens District 55 High School
Joshua Self