Arthur Terry
Americus,Georgia
Summary
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. 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. 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. 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.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Simplex Nails
113 Swett Av
08.2015 - Current
- 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.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Correctional Officer
Sumter YDC
Americus, GA
01.2006 - 05.2013
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Cook
China Garden-hibachi Grill
Americus, GA
05.1995 - 06.2005
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Education
Technical And Scientific Communication
Americus High
906 Harold Ave2001
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Warehouse Safety
- Material Handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- General laborer
- Order Picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and Reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials Handling
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Material packaging
- Problem-Solving
- OSHA Compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Storage and Organization
- Lift Equipment Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- OSHA Workplace Safety
- Materials Movement
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Product Inspection
- Inventory staging
- Shipment Processing
- Inventory Counts
- Dock Operations
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Equipment operations
- Materials Transport
- Inventory Control
- Equipment operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Warehouse Management
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Simplex Nails
08.2015 - Current
Correctional Officer
Sumter YDC
01.2006 - 05.2013
Cook
China Garden-hibachi Grill
05.1995 - 06.2005
Technical And Scientific Communication
Americus High