Candi Lindsey
Griffin,GA
Summary
Dedicated Forklift Operator with 5 years of experience in loading and unloading. Picking pallets, wrapping and merchandise for outbound shipments. Skilled in safety operating a forklift and wrapping pallets in plastic wrap and attaching merchandise tags. Process resulting in timely deliveries. Willing to relocate: Anywhere Authorized to work in the US for any employer
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
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator/Warehouse
CJ Logistics
McDonough, GA
08.2022 - Current
- 1. Experience in picking and packing, loading and unloading trucks.
- 2. Demonstrated ability to work well unsupervised and stay focused.
- 3. Able to follow instruction and learn new skills quickly.
- 4. Good communication skills so I built good relationships with managers.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Team Lead
Horizon Group
McDonough, GA
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Assign work to warehouse workers, track productivity of work and ensure all work is complete on a daily basis.
- Work closely with management to recognize and develop or correct operational problems and or issues.
- Provide recommendations on process improvement and assist in implementation.
- Provide supervision and labor to preform warehousing and stock management.
- Continue to develop the training and development department to show continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness.
- Participates in process improvements activities, providing input to develop/documents procedures.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
- Managed risks and mitigated potential issues through proactive planning, monitoring, and timely decisionmaking.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Cooling Tower Technician
Brown&Root
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Contributed to team efforts in maintaining and upgrading cooling tower structures.
- The individual responsibility is to always perform in a professional manner and keeping safely as my 1st priority.
- Skilled in both carpentry and fabrication techniques.
Picker/Packer
Luxottica
McDonald, GA
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Assisted colleagues in picking and packing tasks when workload was light.
- Utilizing an RF Scanner, they will process merchandise for put away and picks, ensuring timely and accurate processing of orders for assigned stores.
- Works with and assists fulfillment with moving inventory as requested.
- Reduced order fulfillment errors by diligently following established protocols for picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Reduced packing time for orders by efficiently organizing and assembling packages in line with company standards.
- Enhanced order accuracy by meticulously picking items according to packing lists and verifying product information.
- Contributed to warehouse efficiency by collaborating with teammates on load planning, space optimization, and material handling procedures.
- Ensured timely shipment of products by prioritizing urgent orders and coordinating with warehouse team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by carefully inspecting items for damages or defects before packaging and shipping.
- Expedited warehouse operations during peak periods by staying flexible with work hours and assisting colleagues in completing high-priority tasks.
- Strengthened warehouse operations by cross-training in various roles, providing backup support during employee absences or high-volume periods.
- Minimized product returns due to incorrect shipments by double-checking packed items against order specifications prior to dispatching parcels.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations regarding packaging materials, hazardous goods handling, and waste disposal practices within the facility.
- Facilitated seamless order fulfillment with proper preparation of shipping documents, including invoices, packing slips, and waybills.
- Assisted in reducing stock discrepancies through regular cycle counts, meticulous record-keeping, and prompt reporting of variances.
- Improved team morale by consistently displaying a positive attitude and willingness to assist coworkers in completing tasks as needed.
- Supported inventory control efforts by accurately labeling packages, updating bin locations, and tracking item movements within the warehouse.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
- Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
Education
GED -
Griffin Tech
Griffin, GA04.2000
Skills
- RF Scanner (10 years)
- Pallet Jack (10 years)
- Packing (10 years)
- Assembly (10 years)
- Picker Packer (10 years)
- Carpentry (7 years)
- Pricing (10 years)
- Materials handling (10 years)
- Heavy Lifting (10 years)
- Caregiving (7 years)
- Shipping Receiving (10 years)
- Merchandising (6 years)
- Warehouse Distribution Experience (10 years)
- Order Picking (10 years)
- SAP (10 years)
- General Labor (10 years)
- Order Picker (10 years)
- Logistics (10 years)
- Forklift (4 years)
- Warehouse Experience (10 years)
- Manufacturing (10 years)
- Shipping (10 years)
- Freight Experience (10 years)
- Inventory Control (6 years)
- Warehouse management (5 years)
- Shipping & receiving (10 years)
- Load & unload (10 years)
- Heavy lifting (10 years)
- Load & Unload (10 years)
- Process Improvement (10 years)
Certification
- Forklift Certification August 2020 to Present
- Pallet Jack Certification
Additional Information
- Work Style
- 1. Communication
- 2. Driven
- 3. Reliable
- 4. Flexible
- 5. Team player
- 6. Persistent
Timeline
Forklift Operator/Warehouse
CJ Logistics
08.2022 - Current
Team Lead
Horizon Group
05.2020 - 03.2022
Cooling Tower Technician
Brown&Root
09.2018 - 05.2020
Picker/Packer
Luxottica
10.2015 - 08.2018
GED -
Griffin Tech