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Akil J. Clegg
Sanford,NC
Summary
Experienced with operating forklifts and managing inventory. Utilizes comprehensive safety protocols to ensure smooth and secure material handling. Strong understanding of warehouse operations, contributing to efficient workflow and productivity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Driver
Pentair
Sanford, NC
11.2016 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Drive a sit down type of forklift avoiding damages.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce loading times.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision, minimizing damage to products during transport.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Safely transported valuable goods while adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Loaded warehouse trailers using [Type] forklift.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by demonstrating strong teamwork skills and consistently displaying a professional attitude.
- Participated in routine safety training sessions to stay current on best practices within the industry.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Optimized storage layouts by reorganizing pallets for easier access and improved workflow.
- Completed daily inspections of the warehouse area to identify potential hazards or issues needing attention.
- Expedited order fulfillment processes by swiftly moving items from storage areas to shipping docks when needed.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Demonstrated compliance with company policies and procedures, reinforcing a safe and productive work environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of the warehouse area by disposing of waste materials and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Selected and inspected units to be loaded.
- Maintained good housekeeping standards and practices safe work habits.
- Took part in plant employee involvement teams and committees.
- Utilized computer for printing of pick tickets and bills of lading
- Skilled at handling, bailing, loading & unloading trucks
- Ability to stand-up and sit-down Forklifts as well as a paper clamp forklift
- Processed inbound and outbound orders.
- Cleaned assigned work areas and helped reconcile inventory.
- Performed cross training in other departments
Material Handler
Kelly Services, Coty
Sanford, NC
09.2011 - 09.2016
- Provides on the job training to new employees utilizing knowledge of shipping/receiving operations.
- Operates material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies
- Participates in routing, counting and scanning items while loading and unloading trucks
Education
HS Diploma -
Southern Lee High School
01-2010
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Central Carolina Community College
01-2012
Skills
- Certified Forklift Operator with experience operating sit-down, stand-up, reach, and pallet jack equipment
- Proficient in loading, unloading, and transporting materials safely and efficiently
- Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and shipping/receiving procedures
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards
- Skilled in order picking, packing staging, and palletizing products
- Experience conducting daily equipment inspections and reporting maintenance needs
- Proficient with barcode scanners and warehouse management systems(WMS)
- Effective teamwork skills
- Reliable, dependable, and committed to maintaining safe and organized work environment
Timeline
Forklift Driver
Pentair
11.2016 - Current
Material Handler
Kelly Services, Coty
09.2011 - 09.2016
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Central Carolina Community College
HS Diploma -
Southern Lee High School