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Brandon Galford

Ruskin,FL

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.

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 20+ 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.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Dedicated Warehouse professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forklift Operator

Amazon
Ruskin , FL
11.2014 - 12.2021
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
  • Completed inventory cycle counts and documented information in Type reports.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.

Supervisor

Casey Door
Tampa, FL
11.2014 - 12.2021
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Coordinated employee schedules to keep pace with business needs and meet company demands.
  • Delegated high volumes of work to empower team, build trust and assist with professional development.
  • Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.

Education

Western High School
Russiaville, IN
06.1996

Skills

  • Material Loading and Unloading
  • Spatial Orientation
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Scale Operation
  • Quality Assurance
  • Delivery Information Verification
  • Time Management
  • Waste Prevention
  • Forklift Operation
  • Good Depth Perception
  • Critical Thinking
  • Production Support
  • Fast Reaction Time
  • Load Inspection
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
  • Safe Moving Operations
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Storage and Stacking
  • Parts Cleaning and Lubrication
  • High-Lift Trucks
  • Telescoping Boom Lift
  • Belt Conveyors
  • PPE Use
  • Cargo Handling
  • Battery Recharging
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Top Loaders
  • Dock Operations
  • Wrapping and Banding
  • Forklift Operator Certification

Certification

  • Multiple forklifts , Amazon - 6 years. Turret, Highreach, Stand up, sit down, OP, Tugger and Center Rider

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Amazon
11.2014 - 12.2021

Supervisor

Casey Door
11.2014 - 12.2021

Western High School

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