forklift operator resume example with 16+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
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Summary
Cooperative Forklift Operator with 3 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. Hardworking and observant all jobs with experience operating and maintaining equipment. Dedicated to moving materials to meet challenging demands and promote team productivity. Basic english some spanish skills used to communicate with bilingual individuals in professional daily activities. Talented forklift with over 5 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 loader and unloader experienced in safely 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. Focused Carvana with [3]-year background in loading facilities. Accurately measure, record and report product and shipping information. Fast learner proficient in operating standard warehouse equipment. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Skills
Loading and Unloading
Maintenance and Repair
Equipment Inspections
Palletizing
Verbal and Written Communication
PPE Compliance
Teamwork and Collaboration
Materials Handling
Forklift Operator Certification
Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
Critical Thinking
Load Inspection
Quality Assurance
Forklift Operation
OSHA Compliance
Material Loading and Unloading
Education and Training
RONCALLIIndianapolis, IN, Expected in 05/2004 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Certifications
Certified LOADER AND UNLOADER, MEIJER - 2016
Certified LOADER, CARVANA - 2018
Certified FORKLIFT, AMAZON - 2021
SAFETY, MEIJER - 2012
SAFETY, AMAZON - 2021
Experience
Baillie Lumber - Forklift Operator Donalds, SC, 08/2022 - Current
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
Reported safety and quality issues to management.
Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
Reported safety and quality issues to management.
Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
Troubleshot problems to resolve equipment issues.
Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
The Millennium Group - Utility Clerk Bronx, NY, 04/2021 - 07/2022
Gathered shopping carts abandoned within store aisles and around parking lot to return to appropriate storage location and make available for customers entering store.
Emptied garbage cans and carried waste to designated disposal areas, maintaining sanitary environment and preventing unpleasant smells or unclean appearance.
Responded to store associate requests for assistance announced over store intercom system, supporting floor operations.
Greeted customers and answered telephones to respond to general inquiries regarding merchandise availability, pricing and location within store.
Transported equipment and inventory throughout store, pushing carts and carrying boxes with heavy loads.
Maintained sanitary environment through safe operation of scrubber, buffer and trash compactor in accordance with OSHA requirements and store policies.
Observed customers, store associates and vendors, keeping awareness of merchandise movement throughout store to implement loss prevention procedures.
Observed OSHA regulations in daily operations where applicable to promote safe performance of maintenance tasks.
Universal Forest Products, Inc. - Quality Control Inspector Elkhart, IN, 10/2020 - 06/2022
Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production and efficiency problems.
Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
Developed and implemented strategies for defect prevention and process efficiency.
Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations against specifications.
Followed industry standards and manufacturer instructions to calibrate measurement tools.
Liberty University - Food Maker Lynchburg, VA, 02/2020 - 04/2022
Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
Packaged and stored food products appropriately for proper handling and preservation.
Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices and presentation within service goal times.
Used food production system to drive quality and shelf life compliance.
Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, menus and supervisor's instructions.
Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Kept food at proper temperatures for consumer safety and documented numbers in logbook.
Carvana - Loader and Unloader City, STATE, 08/2019 - 01/2022
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Handled delegated tasks.
Walmart - Secretary City, STATE, 04/2019 - 07/2019
Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person.
Meijer - Loader and Unloader City, STATE, 07/2012 - 07/2019
Unloaded products from incoming transports.
Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
Inspected unloaded product for shortages, damage, quality or deterioration of packing and reported findings to supervisor.
Applied shrink wrap to pallets, securing product for storage and shipment.
Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids and boxes to designated areas.
Communicated load, product or pallet issues to supervisor.
Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
Operated forklift, pallet jack and other equipment to perform loading tasks.
Filled and leveled off products to stack evenly on pallets.
Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
Shrink-wrapped products on over [Number] pallets per day.
FedEx - LOADER aND UNLOADER City, STATE, 06/2005 - 08/2011
Unloaded products from incoming transports.
Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
Inspected unloaded product for shortages, damage, quality or deterioration of packing and reported findings to supervisor.
Communicated load, product or pallet issues to supervisor.
Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
Operated forklift, pallet jack and other equipment to perform loading tasks.
Filled and leveled off products to stack evenly on pallets.
Packaged, crated and loaded items safely for transport.
Loaded product on trailer using packing list to verify and account for parts.
Scanned [Number] packages per day to verify proper shipping information.
Languages
Spanish:
Limited
Negotiated:
Accomplishments
Founded meijer's Safety Committee in 5.
Loaded and unloaded an average of 5 trucks per day.
Contributed to an accident-free environment 3 years in a row.
Inspected 15 lifts per shift to verify safety and quality of goods.
Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
Promoted from picker to forklift operator, in less than 12-months.
Improved delivery of carvana by supervisor, realizing overall increase in customer satisfaction and cost efficiency.
Additional Information
WAS ON SAFETY TEAM AT MEIJER FROM AUGUST 2012 TO APRIL 2018
GOT MY FORKLIFT CERTIFCATION IN 2018
ON SAFETY TEAM AT AMAZON
I LIKE TO MAKE GOALS AND ACHIEVETHEM
LEARN HOW TO LOAD CAR RACK AT CARVANA
WAS SECURITY AT WALMART MADE SURE NO ONE WOULD STEAL ANYTHING
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