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Joshua Truckenmiller

Freeport,IL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver Manager

Blackhawk Transport
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Enhanced driver performance by implementing effective training programs and coaching sessions.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Coordinated closely with warehousing teams to ensure smooth transitions between loading docks and vehicles during peak periods.
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
  • Counseled drivers on violations of company policy or service standards to improve performance.

Transportation Coordinator

Central Freight Management
03.2020 - 07.2023
  • Analyzed transportation data to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Provided ongoing training for transportation staff to enhance skills, knowledge, and overall performance within the department.
  • Met safety and regulatory standards for full operational compliance.
  • Reduced shipping costs for the company by negotiating contracts with carriers and optimizing logistics processes.
  • Negotiated contracts with carriers to secure optimized rates.
  • Built and maintained strong partner relationships for smooth, cost-effective logistics.

Lead Shipping Clerk

Kenco Logistics
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Played an instrumental role in identifying opportunities for process improvements within the department which resulted in reduced lead times and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
  • Reduced shipping errors and delays by closely monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with warehouse personnel.
  • Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Assisted management in preparing accurate shipping forecasts, adapting to fluctuations in demand, and making informed decisions about resource allocation.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 70 loads per day.

Warehouse Supervisor

Trilogy Warehouse Partners
01.2017 - 03.2019
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
  • Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for team to follow and maintained records of activities.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.

Warehouse Lead

Bernerfoods
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Maintained top performance standards while working in hot warehouse environment.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Reduced product damage during storage and transportation by enforcing proper handling techniques and safety protocols.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by suggesting process improvements based on data analysis and firsthand experience.
  • Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
  • Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

Highland Community College
Freeport, IL

High School Diploma -

Eastland High School
Lanark, IL

Skills

  • Workload Management
  • Staff Management
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Shipping Activity Oversight
  • Logistics Data Analysis
  • Process Monitoring
  • Procedure Development
  • Daily Operations Management
  • Shipment Coordination
  • Company Inventory Oversight
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse Logistics
  • Schedule Management

Timeline

Driver Manager

Blackhawk Transport
08.2023 - 02.2024

Transportation Coordinator

Central Freight Management
03.2020 - 07.2023

Lead Shipping Clerk

Kenco Logistics
04.2019 - 02.2020

Warehouse Supervisor

Trilogy Warehouse Partners
01.2017 - 03.2019

Warehouse Lead

Bernerfoods
01.2016 - 12.2016

No Degree - Business Administration

Highland Community College

High School Diploma -

Eastland High School

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