Demetris Sanford
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Efficient professional in material handling and logistics, known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks quickly without compromising safety. Skilled in operating a variety of industrial trucks, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and tractors with precision. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols. Excel at teamwork, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments. Highly skilled in operating a wide range of industrial trucks and tractors, with significant experience in safely maneuvering heavy machinery within diverse industrial settings. Possess strong knowledge of maintenance protocols to ensure equipment runs efficiently, coupled with keen adherence to safety standards to minimize risks on-site. Demonstrated ability to improve operational workflows through effective communication and coordination with team members, leading to enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Driver
Lighting Bolt Warehouse
Baton Rouge, La, LA
06.2000 - 02.2024
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Inspected forklift daily before operating, corrected low fluid levels and followed operating procedures, guidelines and safety rules.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
Cleaning Crew Member
Pearce Foundry Inc.
Prairieville, LA
03.2016 - 04.2022
- Completed routine maintenance checks, notifying management of needed repairs.
- Adhered to all safety guidelines while operating machinery such as floor buffers.
- Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
- Loaded and unloaded material from trucks and other vehicles using the crane.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Understood and complied with plant environmental, health and safety, environmental and OSHA regulatory requirements.
- Monitor grinding process closely to detect any problems or irregularities, making necessary adjustments as required.
- Adjust machine settings as needed to ensure accuracy of finished product.
Forklift Driver
Lowes's
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2011 - 01.2016
- Responsible for unloading materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles, and stacking them in assigned places.
- Locating and moving stock of products to pallets or crates for storage, or shipment.
- Inspecting machinery to determine the need for repairs and ensuring safety by performing regular maintenance.
Forklift Driver
Wal Mart
Baton Rouge , La
10.2007 - 02.2011
- Ensured all safety regulations were met while operating the forklift in the warehouse area.
- Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Maximized team efficiency by using equipment to move materials.
- Loaded items to maximize work efficiency.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers, customers, and management team members.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with forklift in a safe manner.
- Prioritized tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Kept accurate records of all materials moved including quantity, destination, and time taken.
Mechanic
Don Carter's All Star Lanes
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2004 - 08.2007
- Troubleshoot and repair bowling alley equipment.
- Inspect and maintain bowling alley equipment.
- Install new bowling alley equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance on bowling alley equipment.
- Assist customers with bowling alley equipment issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Scotlandville Magnet High School
Baton Rouge, LA05-1998
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Loading procedures
- Material handling
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Adherence to procedures
- Quality inspection
- Warehouse safety
- Heavy lifting
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Cleaning Crew Member
Pearce Foundry Inc.
03.2016 - 04.2022
Forklift Driver
Lowes's
04.2011 - 01.2016
Forklift Driver
Wal Mart
10.2007 - 02.2011
Mechanic
Don Carter's All Star Lanes
05.2004 - 08.2007
Warehouse Forklift Driver
Lighting Bolt Warehouse
06.2000 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Scotlandville Magnet High School
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