David Laferte
Lakeland,FL
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Progen Industries
Mulberry, FL
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Moved heavy objects using cranes, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as painting walls or installing insulation.
Industrial Painter
Progen Industries
Mulberry, FL
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated power tools such as spray guns and pressure washers.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Checked that all necessary supplies were available prior to beginning a job.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
Forklift Operator
Toufayan Bakery
Plant City, FL
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs
- 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
Forklift Operator
Comfrut Packing
Plant City, FL
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements
- Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions
Electric Pallet Jack Operator
Comfrut Packing
Plant City, FL
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating electric pallet jacks for transporting materials
- Assisted in training new hires on proper electric pallet jack operation, promoting safety awareness and adherence to company procedures
- Maximized storage space utilization by effectively organizing pallets in designated areas
- Enhanced team productivity by assisting with loading and unloading trucks using the electric pallet jack
- Streamlined product retrieval process through detailed knowledge of warehouse layout, reducing time spent searching for specific items
- Optimized workflow efficiency by coordinating closely with teammates during high-volume periods, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Coral Park Senior High School
Miami, FL08.2024
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Material Handling
- Safe driver
- Storage and Organization
- Lift Equipment Operation
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Materials Transport
- Brush and roller skills
- Paint application techniques
- Pressure washing
- Spray painting
- Industrial painter
Languages
- Spanish, Native or Bilingual
- English, Limited Working
Timeline
General Laborer
Progen Industries
10.2024 - 12.2024
Industrial Painter
Progen Industries
10.2024 - 12.2024
Forklift Operator
Toufayan Bakery
07.2024 - 09.2024
Forklift Operator
Comfrut Packing
01.2024 - 07.2024
Electric Pallet Jack Operator
Comfrut Packing
01.2024 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Miami Coral Park Senior High School