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Cedric Brown

Joliet,IL

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. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 4,800 pounds and operating all job-related equipment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Forklift Operator

Party City
Aurora, IL
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials.
  • Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.

Machine Operator

Dukane Precast
Aurora, IL
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
  • Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs

Line Lead

Atmi Precast
Aurora, IL
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
  • Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
  • Collaborated with manager on performance-related issues and employee performance reviews.
  • Coordinated staff, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages and maximize productivity.
  • Safely operated Stand up Forklift to avoid accidents and mishaps.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Monitored employee actions for adherence to safety procedures.
  • Collaborated with manager on performance-related issues and employee performance reviews
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality

Assembly Line Worker

E.B Brown
Aurora, IA
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Boxed, labeled and transported items to support assembly operations.
  • Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
  • Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
  • Identified machinery malfunctions by performing troubleshooting tasks.
  • Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
  • Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.
  • Used basic mathematical abilities to calculate materials, hourly rates and other relevant details.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carver Military Academy
13100 Doty Ave, Chicago Il 60827
06.2008

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Materials Movement
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Load Inspection
  • Material Handling
  • Loading and Unloading
  • PPE Compliance
  • OSHA Workplace Safety
  • Dock Operations
  • Shipment Processing
  • Palletizing
  • Merchandise Labeling
  • Cargo Handling

Timeline

Certified Forklift Operator

Party City
01.2017 - 01.2022

Machine Operator

Dukane Precast
01.2014 - 01.2017

Line Lead

Atmi Precast
01.2011 - 01.2014

Assembly Line Worker

E.B Brown
01.2009 - 01.2011

High School Diploma -

Carver Military Academy

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