Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines.
Work History
Forklift Operator
Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
Charlotte, NC
04.2021 - 04.2022
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
Forklift Operator
Loraine Home Fashions
Charlotte, NC
05.2018 - 06.2020
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Operated all loaders, [Type] and [Type] equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
Completed inventory cycle counts and documented all information in [Type] reports to give to [Job Title].
Machine Operator
Bona Kemi
Monroe, NC
06.2015 - 10.2017
Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts.
Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
Used CNC and manual equipment to perform rough and finishing machining, working with tin, sheet iron and sheet copper.
Established parameters for each job to attain high scores on production test.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Education
GED -
CPCC
Charlotte, NC
08.2010
Skills
Load Inspection
OSHA Compliance
Rate Control
Critical Thinking
Safe Moving Operations
Problem Anticipation and Resolution
Production Support
Manual Dexterity
Good Depth Perception
Spatial Orientation
Time Management
Quality Assurance
Forklift Operation
Storage and Stacking
Operation Monitoring
Fast Reaction Time
Wrapping and Banding
Mechanical Control
Forklift Operator Certification
Cargo Handling
Word Processing
Automated Machinery Operation
Logistics and Supply Chain Support
Inventory Tracking
Resource Planning
Dock Operations
Telescoping Boom Lift
Computer Terminal Operation
Flatbed Trailer Load Security
Certification
[Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]