AMOS CALLOWAY
Lauderhill,FL
Summary
Safety-oriented Forklift Operator 10 + years,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.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
03.2013 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- 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.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Forklift Operator
Sam's Club
04.2002 - 02.2013
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- 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.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
DILLARD HIGH SCHOOL
Fort Lauderdale, FL06.1998
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team Player
- Warehouse Safety
- Material Handling
- Customer Service-Oriented
- Critical Thinker
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
03.2013 - 06.2024
Forklift Operator
Sam's Club
04.2002 - 02.2013
High School Diploma -
DILLARD HIGH SCHOOL