David Francis
Anderson,IN
Summary
Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Door Screener/Certified Forklift Operator
Walmart
Anderson, IN
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Truck Driver
Walmart
Gas City, IN
04.1994 - 09.2019
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
- Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seymour Senior High School
Seymour, IN05.1962
Skills
- Waste Prevention
- Critical Thinking
- Storage and Stacking
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Scale Operation
- Weight Documentation
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Time Management
- Production Support
- Quality Assurance
- Safe Moving Operations
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Fast Reaction Time
- Manual Dexterity
- Forklift Operation
- OSHA Compliance
- Load Inspection
- Good Depth Perception
- High-Lift Trucks
- Dock Operations
- Logistics and Supply Chain Support
- Cargo Handling
- Resource Planning
- Wrapping and Banding
- Inventory Tracking
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Vehicle Refueling
- Computer Terminal Operation
- Flatbed Trailer Load Security
- Top Loaders
Timeline
Door Screener/Certified Forklift Operator
Walmart
08.2021 - 02.2022
Truck Driver
Walmart
04.1994 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Seymour Senior High School