Chad Reese
Ennis,TX
Summary
Adept at enhancing warehouse operations, I leveraged forklift expertise at WestRock to elevate productivity and safety, achieving a significant reduction in accidents. My collaborative spirit and problem-solving skills, coupled with a forklift operator certification, have consistently improved team efficiency and shipment processing, underscoring my commitment to excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Cody's Company
Ennis, TX
07.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Forklift Operator / Lead Maintenance
Buccees
Ennis, TX
05.2020 - 05.2021
- 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.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Maintained a clean parking lot and cleaned gas pumps daily.
Machine Operator / Forklift Operator
WestRock
Waxahachie, TX
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
Education
HVAC Installation And Repair
ATI Career Training Center - North Richland Hills
North Richland Hills, TX02.2013
Italy High School
Italy, TX05.2003
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team Player
- Order Picking
- Order picking and processing
- General laborer
- Palletizing
- Problem-Solving
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Shipment Processing
- Dock Operations
- EPA requirements knowledge
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Wiring
- Leak Checks
- HVAC Controls
- Certified HVAC Technician
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Cody's Company
07.2022 - Current
Forklift Operator / Lead Maintenance
Buccees
05.2020 - 05.2021
Machine Operator / Forklift Operator
WestRock
01.2016 - 09.2019
HVAC Installation And Repair
ATI Career Training Center - North Richland Hills
Italy High School