Anthony Burns
Toccoa,GA
Summary
Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. 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. Vigilant Forklift Operator familiar with operations and maintenance. Skilled at efficiently moving materials across areas to help teams meet demanding objectives. Conversational [Language] abilities paired with [Number]+ years of experience. 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. Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified in [Area of certification] paired with [Number] years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Qualified Tractor Operator with distinguished understanding of tractor maintenance and route completion. Followed directions and licensed to drive [Type] vehicles. Committed to comprehensive equipment maintenance and top efficiency. Dependable [Job Title] with history facilitating productivity and accuracy for on-time delivery. Well versed in operation and maintenance of industry-standard equipment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Autozone Distribution Center
Lavonia, GA
01.2010 - 10.2021
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- 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].
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Operated all loaders, [Type] and [Type] equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Completed inventory cycle counts and documented all information in [Type] reports to give to [Job Title].
- Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
- Used equipment such as [Type] and [Type] to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
- Updated [Software] tracking systems to document movements and determine proper area for storage.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Networking
Clark Atlanta University North Georgia Tech
Atlanta, GA05.2000
Skills
- Storage and Stacking
- Loading and Unloading
- Load Inspection
- Material Handling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Waste Prevention
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Equipment Inspection
- Pallet Construction
- Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Time Management
- Safe Moving Operations
- Operation Monitoring
- Weight Documentation
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Inventory Counts
- Lift Equipment Operation
- Shipment Processing
- Order Packing and Shipping
Accomplishments
- Consistently determined load weight to within [Number] pounds.
- Checked and recorded floor-loading limits with [Number]% accuracy.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks at a rate of [Number] pounds per hour.
- Trained [Number] new employees on proper forklift operation and safety.
- Winner of the highest-level safety award given to employees within the corporation.
- Determined forklift specifications with [Number]% accuracy.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Autozone Distribution Center
01.2010 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Networking
Clark Atlanta University North Georgia Tech
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
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