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Christopher Andrew

Christopher Andrew

Spencerville,OH
Life is something that happens to you while you’re making other plans.
Margaret Milar

Summary

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 operation paired with more than ten years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Dancer Logistics
08.2022 - Current
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using certificated skills and techniques.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
  • Manually counted number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
  • Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • 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.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.

Driver of Amish Crews

Bowlby Trucking
03.2019 - 07.2022
  • Drove assorted Amish crews to and from work sites, at times "special" trips out of state
  • Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
  • Checked vehicles for adequate supply of fuel, oil and other necessary fluids
  • Communicated with passengers regarding estimated time of arrival
  • Followed applicable traffic regulations and traffic laws
  • Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers
  • Responded with ease to sudden changes in routes and schedules
  • Delivered passengers to destinations safely and on time

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Hemmelgarn & Sons Loader
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using certified skills and techniques.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
  • Manually counted number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma -

Celina High School, Celina, Ohio
06.1990

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Shipping Documentation
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Materials handling
  • Order picking and processing
  • Safety standards and protocols
  • Inventory staging
  • Safe driver
  • Heavy industrial equipment
  • Material packaging
  • Packing and scanning
  • Materials transport
  • Warehouse operations
  • General laborer

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Dancer Logistics
08.2022 - Current
Driver of Amish Crews - Bowlby Trucking
03.2019 - 07.2022
Warehouse Forklift Operator - Hemmelgarn & Sons Loader
01.2017 - 01.2019
Celina High School - High School Diploma,
Christopher Andrew