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Joshua Olsen

Chillicothe

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Advanced Logistics Specialist

Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal cost savings and minimal stockouts.
  • Streamlined warehouse operations, resulting in reduced labor costs and increased productivity.
  • Conducted comprehensive audits of logistics processes to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively resolving shipping issues and providing timely updates on order status.
  • Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations, ensuring safe transportation of goods while avoiding costly fines or penalties due to non-compliance issues.
  • Provided training and development opportunities for employees within the logistics department, fostering a culture of growth and continuous learning.
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
  • Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
  • Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
  • Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
  • Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries.
  • Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
  • Tracked and managed transfer paperwork such as packing lists.
  • Provided customers with status updates for tracked packages.
  • Developed systems for organizing reports and records to drive integrity.
  • Used in-house tracking system to schedule shipments of goods to customer warehouses.
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Monitored inbound and outbound freight operations to establish timely delivery of packages.
  • Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.
  • Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
  • Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Updated and maintained databases to track shipments and inventory.
  • Strategized best methods and tactics for efficient storage and handling of materials.

Machinist

Caterpillar
08.2018 - 01.2023
  • Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
  • Collaborated with engineers and other machinists to develop optimal machining processes.
  • Obtained driver signatures on shipping paperwork and sealed trailers.
  • Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
  • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
  • Trained new employees on proper loading and unloading techniques, as well as company-specific procedures and guidelines.

Transportation Management Coordinator

US Army
08.1999 - 05.2014
  • Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
  • Improved transportation efficiency by optimizing routes and coordinating schedules.
  • Conducted risk assessments for transportation activities to mitigate potential issues before they occurred.
  • Requested and coordinated transport capabilities to meet missions.
  • Identified appropriate travel routes in accordance with applicable traffic and bulk cargo transportation laws, regulations, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Documented and inventoried freight, cargo, and material shipments of all types.
  • Loaded and secured deliveries up to 50,000 pounds.
  • Organized warehouse layout to maximize space utilization while maintaining accessibility for loading/unloading purposes.
  • Planned and oversaw air, rail, highway and sea transportation activities.
  • Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
  • Completed HAZMAT Documentation when required.

Education

High School Diploma -

Midwest Central High School
Manito
05.2000

Skills

  • CRM Software
  • Safety Monitoring and Management
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Documentation Management
  • Transportation Planning
  • Inventory counting
  • Materials Handling
  • Supply Chain Operations
  • Machine Operation
  • Metalworking Techniques
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • CNC operation
  • Machine setup

Timeline

Advanced Logistics Specialist

Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
01.2023 - Current

Machinist

Caterpillar
08.2018 - 01.2023

Transportation Management Coordinator

US Army
08.1999 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

Midwest Central High School

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