Aaron Gaston
Joliet,IL
Summary
Reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator with 5 years of experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, and logistics. Skilled in operating sit-down, stand-up, pallet jack, and other material handling equipment to move, load, and organize inventory efficiently. Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and proven ability to meet productivity goals while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Berkot's Super Food Warehouse
05.2022 - 03.2025
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 70 pounds.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Warehouse Picker
Trader Joe's Warehouse
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Used scanners to quickly locate and track items in warehouse.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily pick and pack goals.
- Met productivity goals consistently by prioritizing tasks effectively and staying focused during peak hours..
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
Education
GED -
Lake County
05-2010
Skills
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Material loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting
- Forklift operation (sit-down, stand-up)
- Warehouse safety
- Clear communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Order picking and processing
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Berkot's Super Food Warehouse
05.2022 - 03.2025
Warehouse Picker
Trader Joe's Warehouse
01.2020 - 04.2022
GED -
Lake County
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