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Alaya Mckenzie

Tyler

Summary

Highly skilled Forklift Operator with background in warehouse operations, inventory management, and safety compliance. Strong ability to operate heavy machinery while prioritizing efficiency and adhering to safety protocols. Demonstrated leadership skills with focus on team collaboration and process improvements. Proven track record of contributing to company goals through diligent work ethic and adaptability.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Inmar intelligence
Grand Prairie
01.2025 - Current
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.

Loader

Penske Logistics, Ford Motor Company, MSC, CMMS
Grand Prairie
09.2023 - 01.2025
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment used for loading and unloading operations.
  • Received incoming freight into the warehouse and ensured accurate placement in proper storage areas.
  • Reported any damaged goods immediately to supervisor for further inspection or repair.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects in a timely manner.
  • Inspected merchandise for damages prior to loading onto trucks.
  • Provided assistance to co-workers when needed throughout the day including but not limited to lifting heavy objects and packing boxes.
  • Ensured all items were securely fastened in the truck bed or trailer to prevent damage during transport.
  • Maintained records of goods loaded and unloaded from vehicles.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks, forklifts, and other equipment.
  • Maintained a clean work area at all times by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces.
  • Assisted customers with loading purchases into their vehicles upon request.
  • Filled and leveled off products to stack evenly on pallets.
  • Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
  • Placed parts on trailer safely to reduce damage during shipment.
  • Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes.
  • Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
  • Corrected pallets of damaged or mislabeled products to reduce errors and losses.
  • Loaded product on trailer using packing list to verify and account for parts.

Forklift Operator/Certified Trainer/Material Handler

Dollar General Distribution Center
Haslet
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Identified areas of improvement within the team by implementing regular assessments and evaluations.
  • Monitored performance of crew members in the field, providing feedback and guidance when needed.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to ensure crew members were adequately prepared for their roles.
  • Collaborated with other trainers to develop effective methods for teaching new concepts.
  • Administered tests at the end of each module to evaluate understanding of topics covered.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chapel Hill Highschool
Tyler, TX
05-2017

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Inventory management
  • Safety compliance
  • Material handling
  • Logistics coordination
  • Training development
  • Warehouse organization
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Shipping documentation
  • General laborer
  • Dock work
  • Safety awareness

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Inmar intelligence
01.2025 - Current

Loader

Penske Logistics, Ford Motor Company, MSC, CMMS
09.2023 - 01.2025

Forklift Operator/Certified Trainer/Material Handler

Dollar General Distribution Center
09.2022 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Chapel Hill Highschool