Joseph C Elias
908-***-**** (Home)
908-***-**** (Cell)
Fanwood, NJ 07023
********@***.***
Summary
A proven logistics professional who acts within the best interest of peers, co-workers, customers and
the public. Very knowledgeable in problem solving. A proven track record of implementing the
necessary controls to ensure compliance. Experienced, skilled with superior leadership qualities,
sharp attention to detail and proven results in a demanding and time sensitive functions.
Experience
Across International, Livingston, NJ
Jan. 2013 to Apr. 2014
Shipping Manager
Planned and prioritized daily work schedules. Directed employee activities to meet goals. Solved
work-related problems. Reviewed work for correctness and quality. Enforced safety regulations.
Prepared and maintained work records relating to time, materials, employee duties and employee
hours. Ensured department compliance with all regulatory procedures. Provided leadership and
motivation to staff. Determined material shipping dates, methods, volumes and destinations.
Reviewed orders, shipping notices and receiving notices. Trained employees. Managed resources
and assets.
FedEX Ground, Edison, NJ
Oct. 2012 to Dec. 2012
Delivery Driver
Inspected and ensured vehicle supplies and equipment are in safe working order, including gas,
tires, lights and brakes. Reported problems or accidents to management. Loaded and unloaded
vehicles. Obtained signed receipts for delivered materials. Maintained vehicle logs and cargo
records. Have a clean driving record. Returned undelivered packages to warehouse. Followed all
safety policies and procedures. Drove and operated a truck 24 feet or smaller. Demonstrated
excellent self-management skills. Commercial driver's license Class D. Valid driver's license.
Phoenix Friction Products, Middlesex, NJ
May 2002 to July 2012
Shipping & Receiving Manager
Supervised employees. Solved work-related problems. Checked materials against work orders.
Prepared and maintained work records relating to materials, expenditures and employee duties.
Interpreted shipping orders for workers. Provided leadership and motivation to staff. Determined
order of work - material shipping dates, methods of shipping and destinations costs. Reviewed
orders, shipping notices and receiving notices. Ensured proper completion of fieldwork. Investigated
customer complaints and resolved problems. Managed Shipping & receiving UPS account for PFP &
customers.
Joseph Elias
Viking Pest Control, Bridgewater, NJ
Sept. 2001 to May 2002
Technician
Exterminate pests in residential and commercial settings
Worked in confined areas
Performed troubleshooting to identify possible pest problems
Offered products and services to customers based on evidence of problems
Swanson Services, Piscataway, NJ
Sept. 1997 to Sept. 2001
Lead Supervisor
Food service and clothing for prison and county jails in New Jersey, pick & pack orders, delivery,
communicate with jails' correction administrators & staff to troubleshoot any problems.
Westfield Recreation Commission, Westfield, NJ
June 1986 to Aug. 1997
Counselor
For summer camps at Westfield grammar schools.
Skills
Delivery, Email, Forklift Operator, Leadership, Materials Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft
Office, Pick, Receiving, Shipping, Troubleshooting, Driving, Management, Policy Analysis, Safety,
Quality, Supervise Employees
Occupational licenses and certifications
Certificate: Forklift Certification, State of NJ, 2014; New Jersey
Education
Westfield High School, NJ
Diploma: General Studies
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