JOSHUA A. WOOD
Windsor,SC
Summary
Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Coordinator
Barreto MFG
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated national shipments by liaising between shipping lines, trucking companies, warehouses suppliers.
- Managed claims processes for damaged or lost shipments, effectively recovering costs while preserving business relationships.
- Promoted a safety-conscious work environment by adhering to strict guidelines for handling hazardous materials and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on regulations.
- Contributed to company growth with meticulous management of high-volume shipments during peak seasons.
- Strengthened supplier relations by maintaining open lines of communication regarding capacity availability, rates, and service expectations.
- Mitigated risk of shipment delays or damages by closely monitoring cargo conditions during transit.
- Maintained strong relationships with carriers, fostering trust and reliability in transportation partnerships.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, performing thorough audits on shipment documentation and procedures.
- Balanced priorities under high-pressure situations to maintain optimal service levels across multiple accounts simultaneously.
- Investigated discrepancies in shipping documents and resolved issues with vendors.
- Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with regulations.
Assistant Manager
Circle K
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Duties include providing leadership and direction to the store team, ensuring a positive customer shopping experience and performing operational activities throughout the store and giving appropriate direction to the store Team Members.
Landscaper/Lawn Maintenance Supervisor
Rivers Edge Outdoor Creations
02.2018 - 02.2022
- Was responsible for daily operations of the company, ensuring safety and a timely completion of maintenance.
Machine Technician/Maintenance Worker
Parkdale Mills
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Performed routine machinery maintenance on machines as needed, such as lubricating parts, changing out parts, etc.
Shipping/Receiving, and Traffic Clerk
Precision Metal Fabricators, Inc
05.2014 - 03.2015
Assembler and Fabricator
Expert Riser Solutions
02.2013 - 04.2014
- Assembled risers and responsible for maintenance and quality of work.
Security Officer/Guard
US Security Associates
02.2012 - 08.2012
- Guard, patrol, and monitored premises to prevent theft, violence, and infractions of rules
- Responsible for signing employees in and out of facilities
- Ensured deliveries made were inspected for proper paperwork and clearance to get on site.
Cabinet Door Maker/Bench Carpenter
Cabinets by Design
10.2011 - 01.2012
- Responsible for helping make cabinet doors, sanding, prep work prior to being painted.
Computer Controlled Machine Tool Operator/Metal and Metal-Plastic
ASCO
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Operated Computer Controlled Machines, robots, to perform machine functions on metal or plastic pieces
- Responsible for maintaining the machines
- Replaced tools, changed inserts; in process of training on Morris Zeki ZL’s series.
Computer Controlled Machine Tool Operator/Metal/Plastic
ASCO/Kelly Temp Agency
08.2010 - 01.2011
- Operate computer-controlled machines to perform functions on metal/plastic pieces.
Farm Hand/Worker
Phantom Farms
02.2008 - 10.2009
- Worked as farm hand, fed wild animals, built stalls in new barn, operated farm equipment, installed water/electric lines, worked with the Petting Zoo, to include set up/break down of petting zoo.
Laborer/Grounds Maintenance
Lawns by Rob
10.2008 - 02.2009
- Operated powered lawn maintenance equipment
- Performed lawn cuttings, pruning of shrubs
- Disseminated fertilizers and insecticides
- Provided upkeep of sidewalks/driveways/curbs.
Office Clerk
EXCEL
05.2008 - 06.2008
- Answered phones, filed, operated office equipment
- Assisted customers with use of computers to conduct job searches and file unemployment.
Laborer/Repair Worker
Ken’s Backflow Testing
05.2006 - 05.2007
- Assisted with irrigation installation, laid pipe, hung fences, assisted with testing backflow devices, pressure washing.
Education
GED -
Aiken County
Skills
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Packing Slip Verification
- Teamwork and Communication
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Production Equipment Experience
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Time Management
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Regulatory Standards
- Warehouse Operations
- Shipment Tracking
- Documentation Handling
- Transportation Scheduling
- Operational procedures
- Occupational safety
- Vendor relationships
- Transportation Management
- Shipping Regulations
- Tracking systems
- Load Optimization
- Organizational abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
Timeline
Freight Coordinator
Barreto MFG
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Circle K
02.2022 - 01.2023
Landscaper/Lawn Maintenance Supervisor
Rivers Edge Outdoor Creations
02.2018 - 02.2022
Machine Technician/Maintenance Worker
Parkdale Mills
08.2015 - 08.2016
Shipping/Receiving, and Traffic Clerk
Precision Metal Fabricators, Inc
05.2014 - 03.2015
Assembler and Fabricator
Expert Riser Solutions
02.2013 - 04.2014
Security Officer/Guard
US Security Associates
02.2012 - 08.2012
Cabinet Door Maker/Bench Carpenter
Cabinets by Design
10.2011 - 01.2012
Computer Controlled Machine Tool Operator/Metal and Metal-Plastic
ASCO
01.2011 - 06.2011
Computer Controlled Machine Tool Operator/Metal/Plastic
ASCO/Kelly Temp Agency
08.2010 - 01.2011
Laborer/Grounds Maintenance
Lawns by Rob
10.2008 - 02.2009
Office Clerk
EXCEL
05.2008 - 06.2008
Farm Hand/Worker
Phantom Farms
02.2008 - 10.2009
Laborer/Repair Worker
Ken’s Backflow Testing
05.2006 - 05.2007
GED -
Aiken County
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