Anthony Howard
Plant City,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Forklift Operator with background in warehouse operations, inventory management, and safety compliance. Strong ability to operate heavy machinery while prioritizing efficiency and adhering to safety protocols. Demonstrated leadership skills with focus on team collaboration and process improvements. Proven track record of contributing to company goals through diligent work ethic and adaptability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator/Front End Loader
Waste Management Company
Tampa, Florida
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
- Followed markings and hand signals when operating equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all material movements throughout the day.
- Logged completed jobs in system.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Operated a front end loader to move and load materials such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, and debris.
- Transported soil and other materials from one location to another in a timely manner.
- Adhered to established procedures for loading and unloading materials safely and efficiently.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Covered stockpiles of material with tarps or plastic sheeting when not in use.
- Compiled job cost estimates by determining detailed scope of projects and estimating material and labor costs.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
- Promoted company's strict safety protocols for operation of machinery to reduce accidents and injuries.
- Loaded and unloaded items to and from trucks.
- Worked closely with ground crew members to coordinate activities related to loading and unloading materials.
- Cleared away debris from work sites prior to beginning projects.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Recorded amount of fuel used in front end loader on weekly reports to professionals.
- Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about any issues that arose during operations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving machinery breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Lifted heavy objects using the loader's hydraulic arms and buckets.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
- Conducted pre-operational checks on the equipment to ensure it was in safe working condition.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to find locations of jobsites quickly and accurately.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Checked fluid levels before starting each shift and refilled when necessary.
- Inspected tires, brakes, lights, mirrors, hydraulics. daily for proper operation.
- Assisted with site grading by leveling off terrain with the loader bucket.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Solar Panel Installer
Sunpro Solar
Tampa, Florida
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Checked electrical components of solar systems and ensured they meet safety requirements.
- Researched new technologies related to the industry in order to stay up-to-date on advancements.
- Supervised solar team members engaged in installing energy-efficient measures in qualified homes.
- Attended training sessions regularly in order to stay current on safety procedures and product knowledge.
- Attended training sessions on new products, installation methodology and safety and proactively kept solar skills current.
- Conducted site surveys to identify the best location for solar panel installation.
- Oriented systems to maximize solar access and optimize structural integrity.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working at heights or around electricity sources.
- Performed preventive maintenance on existing solar systems to ensure optimal operation.
- Tested connections between components for proper functionality after installation was complete.
- Installed photovoltaic modules on roofs or other structures using clamps, rails, lag bolts, and silicone sealant.
- Visually inspected and physically tested previously installed systems and modules to locate faults.
- Maintained accurate records of all installations and repairs performed.
- Assembled solar modules, panels and support structures to maintain efficient installation, electrical configuration and system maintenance.
- Set up monitoring equipment to assess performance of solar energy systems.
- Identified and resolved photovoltaic system deficiencies, adjusting, and configuring inverters and controls to account for desired set points and operating modes.
- Laid out and installed mounting hardware, such as brackets, bolts, and screws.
- Coordinated with team members on all aspects of project completion, including scheduling installations and deliveries.
- Completed in-depth checks of wiring, grounds and termination integrity prior to completing work.
- Developed and maintained relationships with potential and existing customers.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Truck Loader
International Bedding
Tampa
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted in training new staff members on restaurant policies and procedures.
- Verified accuracy of orders placed by customers before serving them food or drinks.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any changes in customer requests or needs.
- Applied shrink wrap to pallets, securing product for storage and shipment.
- Maximized truck space by loading efficiently.
- Processed orders quickly and accurately while adhering to company policies and procedures regarding shipping and receiving activities.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery times and issues related to products being shipped and received.
- Assisted sorters by loading trucks with assigned packages for routes.
- Assisted in the organization of the warehouse by placing incoming items in designated areas.
- Stacked goods onto shelves according to size, type and quantity specifications.
- Filled in and organized partial pallets.
- Kept track of inventory levels while loading and unloading vehicles and ensured accuracy at all times.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Corrected pallets of damaged or mislabeled products to reduce errors and losses.
- Prepared shipments for pickup by labeling and weighing packages.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
- Reconfigured inbound pallets to meet storage requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times by sweeping floors, cleaning up spills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chamberlain High School
Tampa, FL04-2003
Skills
- Incident logging
- Stock allocation
- Palletizing
- Documentation
- Warehouse picking
- Inventory staging
- Material distribution and sourcing
- Certified pallet jack operator
- Heavy equipment operation
- Business ethics
- Mentoring and coaching
- Communication and presentation
- Material handling
- Staff management
- Supply chain and inventory management
- Materials movement
- Team player
- Equipment inspections
- Downstacking management
- OSHA training
- Safe driver
- Production scheduling
- Forklift maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Forklift Operator/Front End Loader
Waste Management Company
06.2022 - 12.2024
Solar Panel Installer
Sunpro Solar
06.2020 - 12.2021
Truck Loader
International Bedding
01.2019 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Chamberlain High School