Darrick Smith
Hinesville,G.A.
Summary
Professional leader ready to drive team success and exceed objectives. Proven track record in team collaboration, strategic planning, and problem-solving. Known for strong communication skills, adaptability, and reliability. Equipped to foster productive and positive work environment while meeting changing demands.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
Hyundai Glovis
Ellabell, G.A.
06.2024 - Current
- Lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, as well as replenish products, from various locations
- Experienced using scanners
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Read customer orders, shipping orders, or documents to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed and/or shipped
- Scan materials and move them according to standard work instructions
- Perform tasks on both Forklift and Tuggers on a regular basis
Forklift Operator
Hooker Furnishings
Midway, G.A.
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Team Lead
Caesarstone Technologies
Richmondhill, G.A.
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Communications Operator
United States Army
Fort Bliss, United States
05.2010 - 03.2014
- Overseen the preparation of memorandums, ensuring documents are free of grammatical, spelling , capitalization and punctuation errors, creating task list and sending up reports
- Instructed classes on regulations to ensure soldiers know their jobs and how to properly use and maintain their equipment
- Maintained supply reports, recorded receipts, prices, and status of equipment and customer requests
- Have various knowledge of standard processing procedures, formats, distribution and retention policies
- Received, inspected, inventoried, loaded, stored, issued, delivered, and turned-in expendable supplies and equipment
Education
Diploma -
Goldsboro High School
Goldsboro, N.C.08.2009
Skills
- Worksite safety
- Equipment Inspections
- Safety Compliance
- Following Instructions
- Proficient with all forklifts
- Daily Reporting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Project Management
- Following project plans
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Team Communication
Certification
- Forklift Certified
- Pallet Jack Certified
- Crane Certified
- Order Picker Certified
- R/C 5500 Certified
- EPJ Certified
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Hyundai Glovis
06.2024 - Current
Forklift Operator
Hooker Furnishings
08.2022 - 06.2023
Team Lead
Caesarstone Technologies
10.2020 - 06.2022
Communications Operator
United States Army
05.2010 - 03.2014
Diploma -
Goldsboro High School