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Wilkins Joseph

Lancaster,PA

Summary

Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams. Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than Number years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. 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

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner Operator

Joseph Transport Services Llc
Lancaster Pa
05.2019 - 01.2024
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers and brokers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Negotiate loads with brokers/ customers. Deliver goods safely and on time .
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Maintenance and repairs on unit

Barber Manager/ Owner

Final Fade Barbershop
Lancaster, PA
07.2007 - 11.2021
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Assessment of clients needs
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Customer service

Hoist Operator

RR Donnelley
Lancaster, PA
09.1997 - 01.2001
  • Operated Forklift
  • Safety training
  • Assisted line operators if needed
  • Also did material handling , product examination
  • Robocop- maintain robot functionality to keep production going

4 Crew Warehouse

Armstrong World Industries
Marietta, PA
12.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to an efficient and safe working environment.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, contributing to the development of new strategies for warehouse efficiency and productivity.
  • Reduced product damages with proper handling techniques and training for warehouse staff.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.

Paint Mixer

Armstrong World Industries
Marietta, PA
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Operated paint mixing machinery to produce consistent color matches for production needs.
  • Collaborated with quality control team to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of paint formulas and batch production for traceability.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, reducing downtime during shifts.

Machine Tender

Armstrong World Industries
Marietta, PA
06.2025 - Current
  • Operated machinery to produce high-quality ceiling tiles efficiently.
  • Monitored production processes, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve productivity.

Beauty Salon Owner

Milandas Beauty Salon
Lancaster, PA
02.2001 - 07.2007

Education

Certificate - Transportation

Lcctc
Mount Joy, PA
11.2018

License - Barbering

Champs Barber School
Lancaster, PA
03.2003

Graduated -

J.p. Mc Caskey
Lancaster, PA
06.1997

Skills

  • Sales Negotiation
  • Operations Management
  • Personnel Management
  • Mechanical Recoveries

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Machine Tender

Armstrong World Industries
06.2025 - Current

Paint Mixer

Armstrong World Industries
01.2025 - 06.2025

4 Crew Warehouse

Armstrong World Industries
12.2023 - Current

Owner Operator

Joseph Transport Services Llc
05.2019 - 01.2024

Barber Manager/ Owner

Final Fade Barbershop
07.2007 - 11.2021

Beauty Salon Owner

Milandas Beauty Salon
02.2001 - 07.2007

Hoist Operator

RR Donnelley
09.1997 - 01.2001

Certificate - Transportation

Lcctc

License - Barbering

Champs Barber School

Graduated -

J.p. Mc Caskey