Christopher Collins
Reedley,CA
Summary
Experienced in equipment maintenance and warehouse operations, demonstrating effective communication with supervisors and staff to coordinate tasks. Proficient in forklift operation and daily equipment checks to ensure optimal functionality, contributing to reduced downtime. Skilled in stick welding various alloys and performing small engine repairs, showcasing versatility in mechanical tasks. Knowledgeable in manufacturing procedures and warehouse management systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency in operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Sun-Maid
Kingsburg, California
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
Truck Loader/Forklift Operator
Brandt Farms
Reedley, California
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Kept track of inventory levels while loading and unloading vehicles and ensured accuracy at all times.
- Processed orders quickly and accurately while adhering to company policies and procedures regarding shipping and receiving activities.
- Secured cargo in trucks with straps, load bars, blocks and other materials.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used during loading and unloading operations such as checking fluid levels, lubricating parts.
- Stacked goods onto shelves according to size, type and quantity specifications.
- Corrected pallets of damaged or mislabeled products to reduce errors and losses.
- Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes.
- Filled in and organized partial pallets.
- Prepared shipments for pickup by labeling and weighing packages.
- Maximized truck space by loading efficiently.
- Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Extracurricular Stuff
Self-Employed
Reedley, California
06.2019 - Current
- Stick Welding different alloys mostly steel, some stainless, (exhaust pipes, angle iron projects.
- Metal Fabrication/ preparation for welding or painting
- Small engine repair and modification( gokart engines, vertical shaft to horizontal shaft conversions, rebuilds).
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Maintenance
Fresno City College
Fresno, CASome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Reedley College
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School
Reedley, CA08-2011
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Stick welding
- Problem solving
- Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Sun-Maid
06.2023 - 10.2024
Extracurricular Stuff
Self-Employed
06.2019 - Current
Truck Loader/Forklift Operator
Brandt Farms
06.2014 - 06.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Maintenance
Fresno City College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Reedley College
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School