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Aaron Tucker Keeton

Lakeside,CA

Summary

Highly accomplished and safety-driven Forklift Operator with four years of comprehensive experience at Lineage Logistics in Twin Falls, ID, including two years as a Warehouse Lead and two years as a specialized Slipper Operator. Proven expertise in efficiently moving, stacking, and organizing a wide range of materials using various powered industrial trucks, including Hyster Model 60, Hyster Model 80 (with long forks for double pallets), and Hyster forklifts with clamp and slip-sheet attachments. Adept at leading teams of up to nine associates who consistently handled 700 to 800 pallets per eight-hour shift, optimizing warehouse flow, and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols to maximize productivity and minimize damage. Entrepreneurial background as a former business owner, demonstrating a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Lead

Lineage Logistics
Twin Falls, ID
05.2023 - 05.2025
  • Spearheaded daily operations for a team of 4-9 warehouse associates, ensuring efficient material flow and task completion in a fast-paced cold storage environment.
  • Consistently managed teams that handled 700-800 pallets in an 8-hour shift, exceeding productivity targets and optimizing warehouse throughput.
  • Trained and mentored new hires on forklift operation (including Hyster Model 60 with clamp/slipper attachments), safety procedures, and warehouse best practices, contributing to team proficiency.
  • Coordinated critical shipping and receiving activities, verifying accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments and resolving discrepancies.
  • Managed precise inventory control, performing regular cycle counts and investigating variances to maintain high accuracy.
  • Operated various Hyster forklifts, including specialized long-fork Hyster 80s for double pallets, and clamp/slipper attachments, to safely load, unload, and transport diverse materials.
  • Enforced stringent safety protocols and company policies, contributing to a secure and organized work environment, with particular attention to advanced handling of specialized equipment.

Slipper Operator

Lineage Logistics
Twin Falls, ID
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Expertly operated Hyster forklifts equipped with slip-sheet attachments for efficient loading, unloading, and staging of goods without pallets, maximizing trailer space and minimizing material waste.
  • Handled a high volume of diverse freight, consistently minimizing product damage during material movement and storage.
  • Operated Hyster Model 60 and 80 (including long-fork versions for double pallets) and Hyster forklifts with clamp attachments.
  • Performed thorough daily pre-operation inspections of forklifts and promptly reported any maintenance issues to ensure continuous operational readiness.
  • Collaborated effectively with the warehouse team to ensure accurate product counts, organized storage, and efficient order fulfillment.
  • Adhered strictly to all company safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.

Temporary Warehouse Associate

Lineage Logistics
Twin Falls, ID
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Assisted with general warehouse duties, including material handling, loading, unloading, and inventory organization.
  • Quickly learned and adapted to warehouse processes and equipment, demonstrating readiness for full-time roles.
  • Supported team in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

Owner/Operator

Paradise Lawn Care
Eden, ID
06.2013 - 01.2020
  • Managed all aspects of a small business, including customer acquisition, scheduling, billing, and project management.
  • Operated and maintained various powered equipment and hand tools, such as mowers, tractors, edgers, trimmers, and chain saws for landscaping services.
  • Provided high-quality lawn care and landscaping services, including mowing, edging, mulching, aerating, weeding, and tree/shrub pruning.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction through effective communication and timely project completion.

Education

High School Diploma -

Canyon Ridge High School
Twin Falls, ID
05-2013

Some College (No Degree) -

College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID

Skills

  • Forklift operations
  • Warehouse management
  • Safety and compliance
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Team leadership
  • Inventory control
  • Performance monitoring
  • Equipment operation
  • Computer skills
  • Communication and adaptability
  • Employee training
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Material handling

Timeline

Warehouse Lead

Lineage Logistics
05.2023 - 05.2025

Slipper Operator

Lineage Logistics
01.2021 - 05.2023

Temporary Warehouse Associate

Lineage Logistics
08.2020 - 01.2021

Owner/Operator

Paradise Lawn Care
06.2013 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Canyon Ridge High School

Some College (No Degree) -

College of Southern Idaho