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Overview
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Education
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Education and Training
Certification
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Alphonso Hughes

Summary

Logistics professional with hands-on experience in forklift operation, emphasizing precision and safety. Known for teamwork and reliability, adapting to shifting priorities. Skilled in inventory management and operating heavy machinery, bringing dependable and results-focused approach.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forklift Operator

ABB
11.2024 - Current
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Forklift Operator

Volvo Group Trucks Operations
05.2015 - 04.2024
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.

Machine Operator

Conagra Foods
04.2014 - 05.2015
  • Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
  • Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
  • Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
  • Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
  • Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
  • Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
  • Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
  • Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
  • Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.

Production Technician

Cargill
03.2013 - 04.2014
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting issues related to production machinery.
  • Performed quality control checks on products to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Ensured that all materials used met required standards before use in production operations.
  • Trained new personnel in operating procedures for various pieces of production equipment.
  • Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures, protocols and safety guidelines at all times.
  • Inspected raw material supplies upon arrival at the facility for conformance with requirements.
  • Reported any nonconformities or discrepancies in product quality to supervisors.
  • Reviewed documents such as blueprints, drawings, schematics, instructions for accuracy.
  • Monitored production processes, identified problems, and took corrective action when necessary.

Education

Infantry

Marine Corps Veteran
01-1996

Business Administration

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving

Accomplishments

  • Winner of the highest-level safety award given to employees within the corporation.
  • Determined forklift specifications with 99% accuracy.
  • Trained [500] new employees on proper forklift operation and safety.

Education and Training

other,other

Certification

  • Certified Forklift Operator

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Forklift Operator

ABB
11.2024 - Current

Forklift Operator

Volvo Group Trucks Operations
05.2015 - 04.2024

Machine Operator

Conagra Foods
04.2014 - 05.2015

Production Technician

Cargill
03.2013 - 04.2014

Business Administration

University of Memphis

Infantry

Marine Corps Veteran

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