Adept Forklift Operator with proven expertise in warehouse safety and efficient material handling, honed at Tyson Distribution Center. Excelled in reducing accident risks and enhancing productivity through skillful operation and strategic material placement. Known for exceptional problem-solving abilities and fostering team collaboration, significantly improving operational efficiency without compromising safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator/order Selector
Tyson Distribution Center
10.2007 - 01.2023
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.
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
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.
Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.