Ambrose Rawls
Hiram,GA
Summary
Adept at enhancing warehouse operations, I leveraged my forklift certification at Gordon Food Service to boost productivity and safety. By skillfully coordinating with teams and employing expert material handling techniques, I significantly reduced loading times and minimized product damage. My proactive approach and problem-solving skills ensured seamless shipment processing and workplace cleanliness, marking me as a key contributor to operational efficiency. Professional operator with strong experience in material handling and warehouse operations. Skilled in safely maneuvering forklifts, managing inventory, and loading/unloading goods. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Recognized for attention to safety protocols and effective communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Gordon Food Service
01.2021 - 09.2023
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
- Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
- Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
Material Handler
North Georgia Staffing
10.2020 - 12.2020
- 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.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
Forklift Operator
MCE
03.2011 - 02.2020
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
- Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
Education
HVAC Technician
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA12.2023
GED -
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD02.2011
Skills
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Team Player
- Material Handling
- Order Picking
- Materials Handling
- Problem-Solving
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Great Organization
- OSHA Workplace Safety
- Materials Movement
- Product Inspection
- Materials Transport
- Wrapping and Banding
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Gordon Food Service
01.2021 - 09.2023
Material Handler
North Georgia Staffing
10.2020 - 12.2020
Forklift Operator
MCE
03.2011 - 02.2020
HVAC Technician
Chattahoochee Technical College
GED -
Baltimore City Community College