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Bocar Thiam

Canal Winchester,OH

Summary

Dynamic Forklift Operator with extensive experience at Target, recognized for enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety. Proficient in OSHA compliance and material handling, I excel in teamwork and problem-solving. Successfully reduced loading times and improved inventory accuracy, contributing to streamlined operations and increased customer satisfaction.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Target
06.2020 - 04.2025
  • 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.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • 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.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
  • Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
  • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
  • Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
  • Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
  • Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
  • Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.

Forklift-operator

Amazon
01.2017 - 05.2020
  • 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.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • 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.

Education

High School Diploma - Engineering Mechanics

Cscc
Columbus, OH
05.2005

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Team player
  • 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
  • Problem-solving
  • Material packaging
  • Shipping and receiving expert
  • OSHA compliance
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Lift equipment operation
  • Storage and organization
  • OSHA workplace safety
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Materials movement
  • Product inspection
  • Inventory staging
  • Shipment processing
  • Inventory counts
  • Dock operations
  • Equipment operations
  • Materials transport
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Pallet construction

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Target
06.2020 - 04.2025

Forklift-operator

Amazon
01.2017 - 05.2020

High School Diploma - Engineering Mechanics

Cscc

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