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Brandon Gonzales

Arlington,TX

Summary

Experienced with maintaining cleanliness and assisting with daily operations. Utilizes strong organizational skills to manage deliveries and support team activities. Track record of reliable performance and effective communication.

Logistics professional with hands-on experience in forklift operation, emphasizing precision and safety. Known for teamwork and reliability, adapting to shifting priorities. Skilled in inventory management and operating heavy machinery, bringing dependable and results-focused approach.

Experienced with operating forklifts in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth material handling and efficient operations. Delivers consistent performance by maintaining equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. Knowledge of warehouse management and logistics coordination.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Porter

Perrysburg BMV
04.2018 - 06.2025
  • Maintained a strong work ethic and punctuality, consistently arriving on time and prepared for each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests through regular cleaning of lobby, hallways, and restrooms.
  • Cleaned and organized building areas as required.
  • Greeted 1,000s of guests with warmth and professionalism for friendly, helpful service.
  • Upheld company standards for appearance by wearing designated uniform and maintaining professional demeanor at all times.
  • Answered daily phone calls.
  • Communicated with coworkers and managers about completed duties.
  • Maintained building exteriors for professional, clean presentation standards.
  • Improved overall cleanliness standards within the property by performing routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fixing minor repairs, or reporting larger issues to management.

Forklift Operator

First Solar
10.2022 - 03.2024
  • Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
  • Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
  • Reconfigured inbound pallets to meet storage requirements.
  • Operated forklift, pallet jack and other equipment to perform loading tasks.
  • Inspected unloaded product for shortages, damage, quality or deterioration of packing and reported findings to supervisor. We did roughly 30/45 trucks a night.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.

Forklift Operator

DHL
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks. We did roughly 30 trucks a night.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • 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.

Forklift Operator

Syncreon
01.2016 - 01.2021
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Secured 100s of loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.

Forklift Operator

Toledo Tool & Die
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around 100s of loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
  • Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.

Forklift Operator

Walker International Transport
08.2013 - 01.2016
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
  • Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked 100s of materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.

Education

GED -

Ecot
Columbus, OH
06.2008

Skills

  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Palletizing
  • Skid, Platform and Car Emptying
  • Forklift Operation
  • OSHA Compliance
  • General labor
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Punctual and dependable
  • Warehouse safety
  • Material handling
  • Safety awareness
  • General laborer
  • Strong work ethic
  • Clean driving record

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Forklift Operator

First Solar
10.2022 - 03.2024

Forklift Operator

DHL
01.2021 - 10.2022

Forklift Operator

Toledo Tool & Die
01.2019 - 01.2020

Porter

Perrysburg BMV
04.2018 - 06.2025

Forklift Operator

Syncreon
01.2016 - 01.2021

Forklift Operator

Walker International Transport
08.2013 - 01.2016

GED -

Ecot