Forklift Driver/Yard Jockey Resume Example Carlstar Group

FORKLIFT DRIVER/YARD JOCKEY

Professional Summary

Reliable Forklift Driver enthusiastic about working in team-based settings to accomplish challenging objectives. 13+ years of equipment operation experience. 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 13 years in warehouse environments. Efficient Forklift Driver able to operate a wide range of warehouse equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Motivated equipment operations professional certified in forklifts. OSHA-trained and experienced in a range of settings. Capable Tractor Operator with 7 years of experience as yard jokey. Followed directions efficiently with no supervision. Successful at reading maps and comprehensive tractor maintenance. Highly motivated and results-driven warehouse professional bringing extensive experience in logistics and distribution. Team player and natural leader with excellent communication skills. Transportation and logistics professional well-versed in materials management and inventory reconciliation. Effectively develops and implements process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue.

Skills

Order picking and processing
Inventory staging
Safety standards and protocols
Preventative and reparative maintenance
Warehouse operations
Heavy equipment operations

RFID tracking
Logging paperwork
Shipping and receiving
Certified in forklift operation
Materials handling
OSHA-trained

Work History

10/2017 to 12/2019Forklift Driver/Yard JockeyCarlstar Group | McDonough, GA

Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Loaded warehouse trailers using sitdown forklift.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Routinely assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.
Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.

08/2016 to 10/2017Forklift OperatorOHL | McDonough, GA

Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Shrink-wrapped average of 200+ pallets per day.
Kept accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
Filled propane tanks, checked valves and performed other routine equipment maintenance.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Loaded, transported and stacked materials.
Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
Unloaded cartons from pallets and filled storage racks with cartons.

05/2013 to 09/2016Forklift Operator/Yard JockeyAAA Cooper Transportation Inc. | Ellenwood, GA

Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Received cargo by removing it from trucks by hand.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
Loaded transfer truck with front end loader.
Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Kept accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
Checked items against documentation for accuracy.

04/2011 to 05/2013Forklift OperatorGoodyear Tire & Rubber Co | Stockbridge, GA

Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Obtained production schedules to transport material to designated areas.
Placed overstocked items in temporary storage.
Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.

Education

Expected in 04/2028High School DiplomaRiverdale High School, Riverdale, GA

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Carlstar Group
OHL
AAA Cooper Transportation Inc.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co

School Attended

Riverdale High School

Job Titles Held:

Forklift Driver/Yard Jockey
Forklift Operator
Forklift Operator/Yard Jockey

Degrees

Expected in 04/2028 High School Diploma

Forklift Driver/Yard Jockey Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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