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Deante Perkins

Mattoon,IL

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Forklift Operator with extensive experience at Rural King, excelling in material handling and shipping processes. Proven ability to enhance warehouse efficiency through expert pallet stacking and effective team collaboration. Committed to safety and operational excellence, consistently minimizing product damage while maintaining accurate inventory records.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Stacker

SMX Staffing
07.2024 - 10.2025
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • 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.

Forklift Operator

Rural King
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • 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.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • 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.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
  • Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
  • Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
  • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
  • Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
  • Used equipment such as Type and Type to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
  • Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
  • Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
  • Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
  • Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
  • Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
  • Optimized fuel usage and maintenance costs by operating forklifts in economical manner.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
  • Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
  • Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
  • Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
  • Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
  • Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
  • Streamlined inventory management by accurately logging movements of goods.
  • Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
  • Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
  • Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.

Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler

General Mills
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • 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.

Education

Trezevant High School
Memphis TN

Skills

  • Pallet jacks
  • Skid loader operation
  • Equipment maintenance awareness
  • Record keeping practices
  • Shipping and receiving processes
  • Order picking accuracy
  • Pallet stacking proficiency
  • Packaging
  • Material handling equipment
  • Stock rotation
  • Loading dock operations

Timeline

Stacker

SMX Staffing
07.2024 - 10.2025

Forklift Operator

Rural King
07.2024 - 06.2025

Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler

General Mills
01.2023 - 10.2023

Trezevant High School
Deante Perkins