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AUSTIN ETHERTON

Cerro Gordo,IL

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Caterpillar and a strong background in forklift operation and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance safety compliance and logistics coordination while maintaining a prompt and courteous approach. Highly motivated to contribute to team success through effective problem-solving and time management skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Caterpillar
Decatur, IL
02.2024 - Current
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.

Forklift Operator

Best Buy
Aurora, CO
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.

City Carrier Assistant (CCA)

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
Sullivan, Illinois
07.2020 - 04.2021
  • Responsible for the distribution of mail and packages, was accountable for sensitive items and equipment, able to perform in an outdoor environment and with varying workloads.
  • Collected signatures on parcels requiring proof of delivery.
  • Scanned items into system to record tracking information.
  • Completed necessary paperwork accurately and timely for each delivery stop.
  • Maintained logs of deliveries and pickups.

Pv2

UNITED ARMY
Fort Benning, USA
06.2019 - 04.2020
  • Successfully completed Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) at Fort Benning, GA.
  • Earned Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 19K – Armor Crewman.
  • Operated and maintained the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank, with a primary focus on driving and loading functions.
  • Gained in-depth knowledge of tank operations, systems, and maintenance procedures.
  • Cross-trained as a radio operator, maintaining secure and effective communication protocols.
  • Demonstrated versatility and leadership through proficiency in additional soldiering duties beyond the primary MOS.
  • Held a top secret security clearance.
  • Received an honorable discharge.

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SAFETY MANAGER

KNOCKERBALL MAX
05.2016 - 03.2019
  • As Safety Manager of Knocker Ball Max, I was proficient in all aspects of running Knocker Ball as my specific tasks however were making sure all equipment was up to standard and enforcing the rules and regulations.
  • I scheduled and Coordinated Events plus received cash credit card for payment.
  • Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.
  • Provided training on proper use of PPE and other safety protocols.

Education

High School -

MT. ZION HIGH SCHOOL
05.2019

Entrepreneurship courses -

HEARTLAND TECHNICAL ACADEMY
05.2019

Skills

  • Organizational Skills
  • Prompt and Courteous
  • Highly Motivated
  • Quick Learner
  • Good driver
  • Forklift operation
  • Inventory management
  • Safety compliance
  • Material handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Logistics coordination
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Time management

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Caterpillar
02.2024 - Current

Forklift Operator

Best Buy
10.2022 - 09.2023

City Carrier Assistant (CCA)

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
07.2020 - 04.2021

Pv2

UNITED ARMY
06.2019 - 04.2020

SAFETY MANAGER

KNOCKERBALL MAX
05.2016 - 03.2019

High School -

MT. ZION HIGH SCHOOL

Entrepreneurship courses -

HEARTLAND TECHNICAL ACADEMY