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FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Summary

Hardworking and observant [Job Title] with experience operating and maintaining equipment. Dedicated to moving materials to meet challenging demands and promote team productivity. Basic [Language] skills used to communicate with bilingual individuals in professional daily activities. Observant [Job Title] with experience supporting [Industry] operations. Practiced in securing large loads to minimize damage. Physically fit and reliable with superior work ethic and commitment to supporting team needs. Trained in [Type] and [Type] operations and safety. Cooperative Forklift Operator with [Number] years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities. Talented [Job Title] with over [Number] years in warehouse environments successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills. Organized [Job Title] with [Number] years of industry experience safely and efficiently moving materials in high-volume warehouse environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management as well as shipping and receiving procedures. Ambitious and hardworking with drive to deliver top-quality results. Reliable [Job Title] seeking to leverage technical skill in position with [Company]. Excellent [Skill] ability and experience in operating [Type] and [Type] machines. Detail-oriented professional dedicated to workplace safety. Focused [Job Title] with [Number]-year background in [Type] facilities. Accurately measure, record and report product and shipping information. Fast learner proficient in operating standard warehouse equipment. Results-focused [Industry] professional with strength in [Skill], [Task] and [Task]. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise] knowledge to promote [Result]. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. [Job Title] with talent for [Task] and [Task]. Strong knowledge of [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise]. Communicative and team-oriented with proficiency in [Software]. Proven history of fostering [Action] to meet team, individual and management objectives. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task] and [Task]. Offering [Skill], [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Ambitious student pursuing [Area of study] degree eager to contribute developed knowledge in [Job Title] role. Skilled in [Skill] and [Skill] in [Type] settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. [Job Title] with demonstrated command of [Area of expertise]. [Type] expert with developed aptitude for [Skill] and [Skill]. Multilingual and fluent in [Language] and [Language], offering solid comprehension of cultural diversity.

Skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Project management and process analysis
  • Loading and unloading
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Deadline-driven
  • Business ethics
  • Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
  • Palletizer
  • Customer-focused
  • Materials movement
  • Material inventory
  • Material sourcing and distribution
  • Staging and sorting
  • Flatbeds and utility beds
  • Equipment operations
  • Material handling
  • Warehouse best practices
  • Shipping operations
  • General construction
  • OSHA training
  • Customer service-oriented
Experience
04/2020 to 11/2020
Forklift OperatorRepublice Elite － Marshall, TX
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Transferred materials to and from warehouses, production lines and packaging lines.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Examined empty pallets for damage and moved pallets to proper storage areas.
  • Contributed to profitability by training new employees on safe, efficient use of forklift equipment and through troubleshooting machines to maintain optimal performance and limit overtime cost.
  • Stored and retrieved materials according to first-in/first-out principle.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Immediately reported any safety and quality issues to management.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Weighed materials and recorded weights on tags, labels and production schedules.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Complied with OSHA regulations, company policies and protocols to maintain safe and efficient operations.
  • Acted as spotter to alert forklift driver if products were slipping or falling.
  • Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
  • Pulled and prepared product for shipment to guarantee loads of exact quantity and product type.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Sustained forklift functionality by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
  • Checked inbound and outbound products, inspected for damage and recorded product code dates.
  • Logged weight and destination production data in detailed daily logs for management review.
  • Completed routine post and pre-operation inspections of forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Rotated stock and cleared sales floor of debris.
  • Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
  • Divided and sorted product shipments received using account information and shipping labels.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Filled out inspection logs at beginning of each shift.
  • Consistently met deadlines for loading trailers to meet departure deadlines.
06/2020 to 10/2020
Class a Spray PainterTrinity Industries － Hasvill, TX
  • Practiced good safety habits and maintained clean and safe work environment.
  • Disposed of hazardous waste and chemicals properly using [Technique].
  • Recommended tools and equipment to improve department operations.
  • Operated high-pressure jet systems to clean metal for painting.
  • Sanded and buffed surfaces using [Technique].
  • Applied paint and industrial coatings to fabricated metal products.
  • Completed work by using scissor lifts, man lifts and forklifts to move people and materials.
  • Prepared paint for application according to factory specifications.
  • Rigged and moved large objects to make way for application of paint.
  • Donned correct respiratory and safety gear for personal protection.
  • Performed spray painting using airless, conventional and HVLP systems.
  • Utilized required safety equipment and followed refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
  • Measured painting parameters to comply with OEM specifications.
  • Used tools such as needle guns, surface grinders and wire wheels to prepare painted and unpainted surfaces for coats of paint.
  • Adhered to OSHA and HazMat procedures for storing and handling materials.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Completed and filed daily work slips to document progress and provide estimated completion time.
  • Operated compressors, [Type] and [Type] equipment with caution to avoid injuries and maintain tools.
  • Filled out work orders, records of service calls and work logs and submitted to [Job title] for project review.
  • Collaborated with [Number] other team members to meet strict project completion deadlines.
  • Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
  • Recommended options to customers for blending, harmonizing and contrasting colors to add depth to smaller spaces.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Coordinated and completed ongoing routine painting of exterior and interior of properties.
  • Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
  • Completed average of [Number] painting jobs per [Timeframe], including [Type], [Type] and [Type].
  • Collaborated closely with [Job title]s and clients on projects to stay on task.
  • Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work and estimate materials for each job.
  • Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
  • Determined appropriate color for new and replacement applications during consultation with customers.
  • Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Collaborated with electricians, carpenters and mechanics to complete construction projects.
  • Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
  • Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
  • Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
  • Cleaned and smoothed all surfaces prior to painting.
  • Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
  • Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels daily.
05/2011 to 10/2015
MantaniceETBU － Marshall, TX
  • Recorded completed repairs, all further repairs required and parts to be ordered on service call ticket.
  • Evaluated and repaired small engines, outdoor power equipment and handheld electrical devices.
  • Specialized in [Type] systems, completing inspections and detailed repairs to achieve operational efficiency.
  • Maintained performance by cleaning and lubricating [Type] and [Type] components.
  • Managed day-to-day operations and maintenance of equipment in [Type] department.
  • Provided service to store customers in [Type] department and wrote customer contracts and invoices for equipment rental and tool repairs.
  • Inspected and maintained facilities to maximize cleanliness and support upkeep targets.
  • Used [Type] and [Type] tools safely to complete [Type] and [Type] repair projects.
  • Resolved [Type] issues through implementation of troubleshooting techniques.
  • Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests, issuing remediation and repair services to improve employee satisfaction.
  • Carried out repair work on [Type] equipment, typically returning machines and tools to service within [Number] hours.
  • Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
  • Sprayed insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
  • Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
  • Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
  • Requisitioned supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance functions.
  • Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
  • Adjusted and repaired minor issues for [Type] equipment and systems.
  • Cleaned and maintained machinery and equipment safely using [Type] products.
  • Observed safety protocols in field to prevent injuries and accidents.
  • Collaborated with [Job title] to assess organizational equipment performance needs.
Education and Training
05/1984
High School DiplomaMarshall High School － Marshall TX
Bachelor of ArtsWiley College － Marshall, TX
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Republice Elite
  • Trinity Industries
  • ETBU

School Attended

  • Marshall High School
  • Wiley College

Job Titles Held:

  • Forklift Operator
  • Class a Spray Painter
  • Mantanice

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Bachelor of Arts

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