Alton Swann
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
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. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Dia Food
02.2014 - 01.2017
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
Machine Operator
Precon
03.2007 - 03.2013
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Warehouse Manager
Father And Son Moving Company
03.2000 - 11.2007
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
Forklift Operator
Sampson Coating
01.1998 - 11.2000
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Forklift Operator
Fox Meyer Healthcare
03.1985 - 04.1997
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
Education
No Degree - Data Telecommunication
USA Military Army
Hinesville, GA1989
High School Diploma -
Armstrong High School
Richmond, VA06.1986
Skills
- Packing Equipment Operation
- Data Evaluation
- Warehousing Operations
- Load Planning
- Heavy Lifting
- Forklift Operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Microsoft Office
- Forklift Operator Certification
Additional Information
1987-1989 -Military Army
Date Telecommunication
Certified Forklift Driver
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Dia Food
02.2014 - 01.2017
Machine Operator
Precon
03.2007 - 03.2013
Warehouse Manager
Father And Son Moving Company
03.2000 - 11.2007
Forklift Operator
Sampson Coating
01.1998 - 11.2000
Forklift Operator
Fox Meyer Healthcare
03.1985 - 04.1997
No Degree - Data Telecommunication
USA Military Army
High School Diploma -
Armstrong High School
Similar Profiles
Bedriye SertBedriye Sert
Import Specialist at Dia Organic | Sunrise Food InternationalImport Specialist at Dia Organic | Sunrise Food International
Hio Iao (Charlie) LamHio Iao (Charlie) Lam
Home Health Registered Nurse at UGAMM - Centro de Dia do Porto InteriorHome Health Registered Nurse at UGAMM - Centro de Dia do Porto Interior
Matthew BrownMatthew Brown
Supervisory Career Development Officer at Defense Intelligence Agency, DIASupervisory Career Development Officer at Defense Intelligence Agency, DIA