Colton Haney
Ratcliff
Summary
Dedicated Forklift Operator with extensive experience at Butterball Foodservice, skilled in safe material handling and warehouse operations. Proven ability to enhance efficiency through teamwork and effective problem-solving. Committed to OSHA compliance and maintaining high safety standards while ensuring timely shipping and receiving. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and reliability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Butterball Foodservice
01.2023 - Current
- Operated forklifts safely to load and unload materials in compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Assisted in organizing warehouse inventory for optimal accessibility and storage efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes and minimize downtime.
- Learned proper handling techniques for various materials, reducing risk of damage during transport.
Labor Hand
Strike Construction
06.2019 - 08.2025
- Monitored inventory levels, reporting discrepancies to supervisors for timely replenishment.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency across various projects.
- Coordinated with different teams to streamline operations and optimize resource allocation.
- Increased overall job site safety through constant vigilance and reporting of potential hazards.
- Kept detailed records of completed tasks, enabling efficient progress tracking throughout projects'' duration.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery to transport materials safely and efficiently across job sites.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
Production Worker
Tyson Pet Products
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently and maintain high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of production goals.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
- Trained new employees on safety procedures and operational protocols effectively.
- Conducted routine inspections of finished goods to uphold quality assurance practices.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules, ensuring flexibility in operations.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, minimizing disruptions to production.
Forklift Operator
Butterball Foodservice
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks and responsibilities while practicing effective communication with supervisors.
- Followed detailed instructions for order fulfillment, ensuring accuracy in shipment preparation.
- Learned proper handling techniques for various materials, reducing risk of damage during transport.
- Assisted in organizing warehouse inventory for optimal accessibility and storage efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Operated forklifts safely to load and unload materials in compliance with safety regulations.
Labor Hand
Bennett Construction Services
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Operated heavy machinery to transport materials safely and efficiently across job sites.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to enhance productivity and minimize hazards.
- Trained new labor hands on operational procedures and safety protocols to ensure compliance.
Lab Hand
Benton Georiga Construction
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Operated heavy machinery to support efficient project completion and maintain safety standards.
- Assisted in material handling, ensuring proper storage and organization within worksite.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards and promote a secure environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity on-site.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, identifying maintenance needs to prevent downtime.
- Trained new laborers in operational procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through dedication to best practices within the laborer role.
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
- Facilitated timely project completions by consistently meeting deadlines for assigned tasks.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
- Enhanced project timelines by collaborating effectively with team members on various tasks.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production and timely delivery of goods.
- Maintained inventory levels through regular stock assessments and replenishment.
Chemical Technician
WaterTech
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Conducted quality control tests on chemical samples to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety protocols.
- Assisted in the development of new chemical formulations through systematic experimentation and analysis.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve product consistency.
- Documented experimental procedures and results accurately to facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.
- Consistently met project deadlines, effectively managing time-sensitive tasks within a fast-paced work environment.
- Analyzed Type materials to evaluate nature, reactivity, and other factors affecting use in applications.
- Recorded test results using variety of chemistry-specific software programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Order picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Problem-solving
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Storage and organization
- Lift equipment operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- OSHA workplace safety
- Workplace cleanliness
- Product inspection
- Dock operations
- Hand-eye coordination
- Equipment operations
- Materials transport
- Equipment operation
- Equipment inspections
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Heavy industrial equipment
- Equipment maintenance
- Shipping documentation
- Production Assistance
- Lifts up to number pounds
- Verbal and written communication
- Heavy lifting
- Quality control
- Flatbeds and utility beds
- Warehouse picking
- Basic math aptitude
- Weight distribution
- Forklift maintenance
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Butterball Foodservice
01.2023 - Current
Production Worker
Tyson Pet Products
06.2021 - 01.2023
Forklift Operator
Butterball Foodservice
11.2019 - 06.2021
Labor Hand
Bennett Construction Services
09.2019 - 11.2019
Lab Hand
Benton Georiga Construction
08.2019 - 10.2019
Labor Hand
Strike Construction
06.2019 - 08.2025
Chemical Technician
WaterTech
03.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
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