Colleen McDonald
Bethpage,NY
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Forklift Operator with extensive experience excelling in warehouse organization and safety compliance. Proven ability to optimize operations through effective team collaboration and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring efficient materials handling and timely order fulfillment. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and enhancing productivity.
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
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator/warehouse Worker
Seviroli Foods
Garden City, NY
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed forklift operations to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Executed daily safety inspections on equipment to uphold operational compliance standards.
- Executed loading and unloading of shipments while ensuring precise inventory documentation.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on safe forklift operation practices.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of work areas to enhance operational efficiency.
- Executed safe loading and unloading of trucks utilizing appropriate forklift attachments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of warehouse by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Optimized warehouse operations by expertly operating forklifts to transport, locate, and stack materials.
- Secured pallets with plastic wrap and affixed merchandise tags to ensure readiness for shipping.
- Facilitated transportation of goods between warehouse locations to optimize shipment and storage efficiency.
- Executed forklift operations in strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to expedite task completion and enhance overall productivity.
- Executed careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items to minimize product damage.
- Collaborated with lift truck drivers and production teams to streamline order processing.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by implementing efficient stacking and strategic placement of materials based on size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Lumber Yard Worker
Riverhead Building Supply Corp.
Mineola, NY
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of work areas to enhance operational efficiency.
- Operated pallet jacks and manually transported various building materials throughout yard.
- Facilitated customer loading of lumber and various building materials.
- Oversaw loading of lumber and building materials into storage facilities.
- Oversaw yard and rack maintenance by removing trash and debris while ensuring organized stock.
- Ensured compliance with safety rules and regulations while operating saws and other equipment.
- Replenished lumber and building materials to ensure consistent supply availability for customers.
- Facilitated direct interactions with customers, suppliers, and co-workers, demonstrating exceptional communication skills.
- Facilitated training for new employees on proper handling procedures to enhance workplace safety.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by ensuring prompt response times and meticulous attention to detail.
- Guided customers in selecting suitable materials for projects, enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Optimized lumber cutting processes to minimize waste and meet customer specifications.
- Expertly assessed lumber grades and types to determine optimal applications for various projects.
- Operated machinery and equipment including box cutters, shrink-wrap guns, and electric pallet jacks to support daily operations.
Flatbed Truck Delivery Driver
No Maintenance Decks
Farmingdale, NY
02.2019 - 07.2022
- Delivered lumber and decking materials to customer locations efficiently and safely.
- Inspected vehicles for maintenance needs before each route.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy materials with care and precision.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery schedules.
- Ensured compliance with traffic laws and safety regulations during driving.
- Operated piggyback, forklifts, side loader and pallet jack to load and unload materials on and off the flatbed and to move and stock inventory in the warehouse
- Quickly found solutions for difficult deliveries by assessing numerous factors including; length and weight of materials, the surrounding area and terrain of the drop (trees, poles, low wires, hills, uneven terrain, narrow driveways, etc)
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment following safety guidelines.
- Assisted team members in packing orders for timely shipping.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Assisted warehouse personnel in packing orders when necessary.
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
- Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
SUNY, Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY05.2011
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse organization
- Truck loading and unloading
- Pallet jack
- Safety protocols
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Pallet building
- Order pulling and preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Forklift certification
Timeline
Forklift Operator/warehouse Worker
Seviroli Foods
12.2023 - 04.2024
Lumber Yard Worker
Riverhead Building Supply Corp.
08.2022 - 11.2023
Flatbed Truck Delivery Driver
No Maintenance Decks
02.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
SUNY, Farmingdale