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.
Organized [Job Title] 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.
Observant [Job Title] with experience supporting material and inventory 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 warehouse operations and safety.
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.
Skills
Loading and unloading
Materials movement
RFID systems
OSHA training
Warehouse Management
Staging and sorting
Material handling
Physically fit and agile
Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
Process management
Certified forklift operator
General construction
Business problem solutions
Equipment operations
Warehouse picking
Warehouse best practices
Inventory reporting
Certified Fall Protection Trainer
Certified Pallet Jack Operator
Safety awareness
Customer-focused
Palletizer
RF scanner
Basic math aptitude
First aid certified
Material sourcing and distribution
Material inventory
Production deadline management
Deadline-driven
Customer service-oriented
Strategic marketing management
Freight Counts
Incident Reporting
PPE Compliance
Warehouse Management Systems
Forklift Operator Certification
Equipment Inspections
Teamwork and Collaboration
Loading and Unloading
Palletizing
Materials Handling
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem-Solving
Experience
09/2016 to 09/2021
Forklift OperatorLacosta – Sycamore, IL,
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.
10/2018 to 04/2020
Forklift OperatorLacosta – Wauconda, IL,
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.
04/2012 to 09/2017
Certified Forklift Operator Subaru Manufacturing PDepartment Of Health And Human Services – Trenton, NJ,
Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Used loaders, hand trucks, forklifts and cranes.
Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
Loaded items to maximize work efficiency.
Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
03/2011 to 11/2012
LaborerNike Inc – Haworth, NJ,
Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
09/2009 to 02/2010
Warehouse AssociateLacosta – Alpharetta, GA,
Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding production targets.
Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database.
Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
Compiled, sorted and filed records of product orders, business transactions and other activities.
Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
01/2003 to 09/2008
Forklift OperatorExpress Personnel Services – City, STATE,
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.
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
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.
Marked prices on merchandise signs and labels following current system prices.
Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
Troubleshot problems to resolve equipment issues.
Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Squared stacked displayed materials for safe and orderly conditions.
Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
Education and Training
Expected in 09/1995 to to
High School Diploma: Roosevelt High School - Gary, IN, GPA:
Expected in to to
: Electronic Systems Technician Lincoln Technical College - Indianapolis, IN, GPA:
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Resume Overview
School Attended
Roosevelt High School
Lincoln Technical College
Job Titles Held:
Forklift Operator
Forklift Operator
Certified Forklift Operator Subaru Manufacturing P