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Brian Helm

Forklift operator
Lincoln

Summary

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 50 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. 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. Vigilant Forklift Operator familiar with operations and maintenance. Skilled at efficiently moving materials across areas to help teams meet demanding objectives. Conversational English abilities paired with 20+ years of experience. 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 Forklift operator paired with 20 years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Prepared loads of more than 40,000 pounds, effectively minimizing damage and supporting productivity targets. Reliable and punctual with good physical stamina, teamwork abilities and hardworking nature. Knowledgeable about warehouse operations and safety requirements. Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades. Versatile worker highly skilled in planning routes and transportation logistics to achieve strict delivery timeframes and maintain customer service and satisfaction benchmarks. In-depth knowledge of specialized transportation equipment. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Forklift position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Forklift Operator

Aeroteck Temp Agency/ Corteva
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Unloaded trucks and moved materials to staging area.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Operated all loaders, forklifts and inverter equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.

Certified Forklift Operator

Nestle Purina Petard
11.2020 - 10.2022
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.

Forklift Loader Operator

BMS Logistics
11.2018 - 11.2020
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Operated all loaders, forklift and battery changing equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage


Manager/Supervisor of Operations

Lincoln Luxury Inn
02.2014 - 11.2018
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Applied customer feedback to develop process improvements and support long-term business needs.

Education

No Degree - Metal Building Assembly

BU "A" School
Gulfport, MS
03.1998

High School Diploma -

Chateaugay High School
Chateaugay, NY
06.1994

2 YR Residential Electrician Certificate -

Vocational Education, Malone NY
Malone, NY
06.1994

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Customer Experience
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Route Logs
  • Business Ethics
  • Basic Math Aptitude
  • Staging and Sorting
  • Supply Chain and Inventory Management
  • Warehouse Best Practices
  • Assembly Lines
  • Inventory Staging

Timeline

Certified Forklift Operator

Aeroteck Temp Agency/ Corteva
10.2022 - 01.2023

Certified Forklift Operator

Nestle Purina Petard
11.2020 - 10.2022

Forklift Loader Operator

BMS Logistics
11.2018 - 11.2020

Manager/Supervisor of Operations

Lincoln Luxury Inn
02.2014 - 11.2018

No Degree - Metal Building Assembly

BU "A" School

High School Diploma -

Chateaugay High School

2 YR Residential Electrician Certificate -

Vocational Education, Malone NY
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