1. Joseph H. Barnes
119 Stoffel Road (c) 732-237-6201
Elkview, WV 25071 joseph.h.barnes@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Energetic professional with 26 years in leadership positions: 16 of those years in distribution environments
managing and training employees and 10 years in a government maintenance facility being accountable for
equipment. Effective communicator both orally and in writing with people from diverse backgrounds,
strong ability to think quickly, making decisions on information provided, and firm understanding of safety
issues. Seen as diligent, adaptive, accurate,and efficient. Maintains a Secret Security Clearance.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Manager: Service/Quality Assurance Logistics/Materials Handling
Training/Professional Development Planning/Coordinating
Customer Service/Customer Satisfaction Knowledge of AS400 WMS
Conflict Resolution/Problem Solving Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Receiver/Stocker,Lowe’s, Home Improvement Inc., South Charleston, WV May 2016 – Present
Ensure the efficient processing, verification, and distribution of received merchandise shipments. This
includes supervising the receiving, stocking, and organizing of merchandise in accordance to company
procedures. Also responsible for processing receipt of merchandise and verifying incoming shipment, and
noting damaged shelving or display units.
 Adhere to and participate in safety procedures regarding Hazmat and power equipment tools.
 Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers in locating, selecting, demonstrating, and
loading of merchandise in a friendly and professional manner.
 Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure work environment by conducting daily safety
reviews, noting hazards, keeping store areas clean and organized, securing doors and gates,and
monitoring for potential theft or security risks; complete all other duties as assigned.
Training Developer,USA JFK Special Warfare Center and School, Ft. Bragg, NC Jan 2015 – Sep 2015
As a mobilized Reservist,work as a Training Developer for Army Non-Commissioned Officer professional
development courses presented to US Army Reserve Soldiers in the Civil Affairs career management field.
 Subject matter expert for the Civil Affairs Training Development Division, bringing my experience
as an instructor for The Army School System(TASS) Army Reserve training units to assist in
developing and updating the current Advanced Leader and Senior Leader courses.
 Completed the Faculty Development Phase 1 course, incorporating adult learning principles and the
Experiential Learning Model into the development process.
 Develop individual training plans, lesson plans, and training support package materials as well as
examinations and training aids, utilizing the A.D.D.I.E. (analyze,design, develop, implement, and
evaluate) process.
 Conduct needs analysis and front end analysis to assess near and long term training strategies to
meet future training requirements.
Military Instructor,US Army Reserve,Ft. Dix, NJ 2013 - 2014
Senior Instructor/Course Writer for the Army Non-Commissioned Officer Senior Leader Course for the
Civil Affairs Career Management Field.
 Facilitate classroom instruction/discussion for over 200 Army Reserve Senior NCO’s in the Civil
Affairs Military Occupational Specialty, performing over 2000 student contact hours
 Provide mentorship and professional development counseling for students during the course
 Administer Army exams on material covered during conference/discussion portion of the training
as well as evaluate performance during PracticalExercises on material covered in the course.

2. Joseph H. Barnes, cont.
Military Science Instructor,ComTek,Inc., Canisius College ROTC,Buffalo, NY 2012 -2013
As a contracted ROTC Instructor, assisted in the training, professional development, and evaluation for
cadets planning on entering the Army as Officers and leaders.
 Planned and delivered classroom instruction, over 200 student contact hourse, in leadership
techniques, operational planning, and critical thinking, as well as planning for field training events
for over 30 students.
 Mentored 15 Senior Cadets in leadership roles and encouraged them in the importance of academic
performance and time management.
 Developed and conducted Cultural Training, with permission of the Professor of Military Science,
in order to prepare Senior Cadets for their future role as leaders in a culturally diverse operational
environment.
Civil Affairs Team Sergeant,US Army Reserve,Afghanistan 2010 - 2011
Deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Liaison between local populace and supported
Battalion leadership for infrastructure support issues. Managed and supervised the training of 5 team
members in weapon operations and safety, Combat Life Saving techniques and cultural awareness.
 Selected as Civil Affairs Team Leader,over 3 higher ranking supervisors.
 Mentored local government leaders in 3 different community district centers in establishing budget
and project management processes to improve local infrastructure.
Service Manager,FedEx Ground, Inc., Keasbey,NJ 2001 - 2009
Operations Coordinator,RPS,Inc. before being bought by FedEx, West Deptford, NJ 1995 - 1999
Successfully managed over 35 employees in a fast-paced,hands-on environment processing packages in the
largest hub facility on the east coast for ground packages; processing over 100,000 packages in a four-hour
period.
 Devised a system to track production during any given operation period to define production, hour
by hour, consistently hitting production goals of 110 packages per hour, per employee.
 Decreased turnover rate by 20% as training manager. Maintained the highest productivity rate by
ensuring all employees had sufficient training and consistently following up with them; over 200+
employees within the hub.
 Selected by supervisors to train 50+ employees and 30 managers in Radio Frequency (RF)
technology and incorporation into dock operation procedures. Called upon to trouble shoot
technical issues with the RF system.
 Effectively communicated to upper management on dispatch issues with RF technology, equipment
down time, and productivity status reducing system down time and dispatch issues by 15%.
 Served as team consultant for dispatch or operation issues to ensure timely dispatch of overnight
service packages to meet customers' goals.
 Manager in charge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions, to include emergency
response for medical or HAZMAT incidents. Had responsibility for 29 CFR 1910 issues and
compliance during overnight dock operations.
Warehouse Supervisor,Paxis,LLC, Cranbury, NJ 1999 - 2000
Managed the daily inbound work schedule and monitored work flow throughout the facility of a start-up
company sorting packages. Supervised 45 employees.
 Assisted in developing productivity goals during the start-up phase of the facility.
 Designated by supervisors to oversee warehouse floor operations for inbound/outbound operations.
US Army/US Army Reserves:Ordinance Officer and Civil Affairs Team Sergeant 1985 - present
EDUCATION
Bachelor ofArts,Sociology/Criminal Justice, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 1990