Derrick Meeks
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic Reach Truck Operator with proven expertise at FST Logistics Inc., enhancing warehouse efficiency through meticulous order picking and strong teamwork. Skilled in loading and unloading, I consistently ensured safety and accuracy, reducing product damage while fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement in fast-paced settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Reach Truck Operator
FST Logistics Inc.
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Assisted with training new employees on reach truck operation and best practices in warehouse settings.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices for reach truck operation.
- Provided support during peak times, willingly working overtime hours when necessary to meet customer demands.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately operating reach trucks for order picking and pallet storage.
- Ensured proper weight distribution on pallets, avoiding potential safety hazards during transport or storage.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Assisted in inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels for seamless order fulfillment.
- Reduced product damage by skillfully maneuvering reach trucks in tight spaces and high shelves.
- Developed strong relationships with co-workers, fostering a positive work environment based on mutual respect.
- Completed daily equipment inspections, contributing to a safe work environment for all employees.
Reach Truck Operator
RAE T Inc.
06.1997 - 11.2023
- Enhanced safety procedures through diligent reach truck maintenance and adherence to company guidelines
- Streamlined warehouse operations by efficiently organizing products according to specific storage requirements.
- Achieved consistent punctuality and attendance record, demonstrating reliability as a valuable team member.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Contributed to on-time deliveries by promptly completing assigned tasks within designated deadlines.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within the warehouse setting.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies and processes related to warehouse operations.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Assisted with training new employees on reach truck operation and best practices in warehouse settings.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices for reach truck operation.
- Provided support during peak times, willingly working overtime hours when necessary to meet customer demands.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately operating reach trucks for order picking and pallet storage.
- Ensured proper weight distribution on pallets, avoiding potential safety hazards during transport or storage.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Reduced product damage by skillfully maneuvering reach trucks in tight spaces and high shelves.
- Developed strong relationships with co-workers, fostering a positive work environment based on mutual respect.
- Completed daily equipment inspections, contributing to a safe work environment for all employees.
Reach Truck Operator
Hire Staffing
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Increased order accuracy with careful attention to detail during inventory management tasks.
- Collaborated with supervisors to identify process improvements, leading to increased warehouse efficiency.
- Supported team productivity through effective communication and collaboration during daily tasks.
- Contributed to on-time deliveries by promptly completing assigned tasks within designated deadlines.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within the warehouse setting.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies and processes related to warehouse operations.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Assisted with training new employees on reach truck operation and best practices in warehouse settings.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices for reach truck operation.
- Provided support during peak times, willingly working overtime hours when necessary to meet customer demands.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately operating reach trucks for order picking and pallet storage.
- Ensured proper weight distribution on pallets, avoiding potential safety hazards during transport or storage.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Reduced product damage by skillfully maneuvering reach trucks in tight spaces and high shelves.
- Developed strong relationships with co-workers, fostering a positive work environment based on mutual respect.
- Completed daily equipment inspections, contributing to a safe work environment for all employees.
Education
Certificate - Concrete Technologies
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS06.2005
Diploma - Gender Studies
Canton High School
Canton, MS05.1997
Skills
- Reach truck operation
- Loading and unloading
- Workplace cleanliness
- Order picking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Reach Truck Operator
FST Logistics Inc.
03.2024 - 05.2025
Reach Truck Operator
Hire Staffing
11.2023 - 03.2024
Reach Truck Operator
RAE T Inc.
06.1997 - 11.2023
Certificate - Concrete Technologies
Hinds Community College
Diploma - Gender Studies
Canton High School
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