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FORKLIFT
Professional Summary

Skilled Forklift Driver adept at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding environments. Strong team player and problem-solver. Offering top communication and conflict resolution skills developed over six years in warehouse environments. Exceptional Forklift Driver bringing more than four years of transportation and logistics experience. Hard-working multi-tasker with outstanding leadership, problem solving and communication skills. All honesty i work hard no matter what job or position is offered i always give 100% treat me good i work great.

Skills
  • Forklift trained
  • Forklift training
  • Forklift safety
  • Forklift maintenance
  • Forklift Operation
  • Forklift driving
  • Propane forklift operations
  • Forklift safety and operation
  • Operating forklifts
  • Forklifts
  • Product manufacturing
Work History
Forklift , 12/2019 to 02/2020
Carpenter Company – Verona, MS
  • Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Ensured forklifts were operational through performance of preventative maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Completed daily forklift safety checklists.
  • Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
  • Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Loaded transfer truck with front end loader.
  • Inspected items for damage and performed temperature and quality checks.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Cleaned warehouse areas to maintain safety and efficiency.
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Unloaded cartons from pallets and filled storage racks with cartons.
  • Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials.
  • Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
  • Organized and secured stored materials and parts in designated area.
  • Filled propane tanks, checked valves and performed other routine equipment maintenance.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Completed regular checks of incoming freight in staging area each day.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Loaded, transported and stacked materials.
  • Inspected packed waste for signs of hazardous materials.
Springer,packager,load/unload,scanner, 02/2013 to 11/2019
United Furniture Lane – Nettleton, MS
  • Promoted delivery efficiency by accurately labeling and organizing containers.
  • Maintained neat, clean and safe workspace to avoid hazards and increase safety by 100%.
  • Accurately measured and weighed packages to review dimensions and verify compliance with specifications.
  • Conducted in-depth inspections of both incoming and outgoing shipments to support quality assurance goals.
  • Kept records accurate and current by documenting all movements in company system.
  • Prepared packages for shipment using tape gun or plastic rap tools, semi-automatic equipment and automatic machinery.
  • Minimized waste by strictly following packing procedures and reducing volume of packaging materials used to prepare shipments.
  • Reviewed orders by inspecting labeling, packaging and contents.
  • Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating effectively with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
  • Moved loads of up to 200 pounds across warehouse with help from forklifts and other equipment.
  • Protected materials during transport by correctly assembling boxes and crates.
Assembly Line Worker, Machine Operator , 06/2017 to 10/2019
Hamilton Ryker "MTD" – Verona, MS
  • Followed outlined specifications to implement effective assembly plans.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Maximized productivity by keeping detailed production records and identifying hold-ups.
  • Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
  • Sampled and tested final products to check conformance with production tolerances.
  • Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.
  • Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes.
  • Operated forklifts, hoists and other material handling equipment for 90 days without accident.
  • Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
  • Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for work to be performed.
  • Compared parts to stock lists and material parameters to check compliance and identify non-conforming parts.
  • Operated heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.
  • Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
  • Maintained equipment performance by completing routine maintenance actions such as lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
  • Supervised preventive and corrective maintenance processes, resulting in more production.
  • Boxed, labeled and transported items to support assembly operations.
  • Kept work area clean, neat and organized to prevent accidents, mishaps and misplaced tools.
  • Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organizing all tools in preparation for next shift.
  • Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
  • Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity.
  • Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
  • Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
  • Strictly followed all safety measures and protocols, enabling department to meet great safety rating for numbers of years consecutively.
  • Updated daily production logs with timely and accurate information, regularly informing management of special incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform rough and finishing machining, working with tin, sheet iron and sheet copper.
  • Performed hand-finishing of final products after assembling component parts for painted steel items.
  • Buffed out minor scratches and imperfections, which bolstered product quality.
  • Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
Education
High School Diploma: 05/2012
Aberdeen High School - Aberdeen, MS
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Carpenter Company
  • United Furniture Lane
  • Hamilton Ryker "MTD"

School Attended

  • Aberdeen High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Forklift
  • Springer,packager,load/unload,scanner
  • Assembly Line Worker, Machine Operator

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 05/2012

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