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Dexter Favors

Fairburn,GA

Summary

Proven Material Handler with extensive experience in forklift operation and material packaging, demonstrated at companies like ProLogistix. Adept at improving shipment processing efficiency and maintaining OSHA compliance. As a committed team player, I excel in fast-paced environments, significantly enhancing productivity and operational flow.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

WITRON
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.

Loader and Unloader

Penske Trucking
08.2019 - 09.2023
  • Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 1000 pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
  • Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
  • Reviewed and followed computerized work orders to determine quantities and types of products to be shipped.
  • Orchestrated merchandise flow to selling floor or stock, performed recurring cycle counts and audited targeted inventory.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.

Material Handler

ProLogistix
12.2013 - 08.2023
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Washington High School
Atlanta, GA
05.1997

Skills

  • Material Handling
  • Production Reporting
  • Forklift Operation
  • Product Inspection
  • Shipment Processing
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Material packaging
  • Assembly line experience
  • Team Player
  • Loading and unloading

Timeline

Forklift Operator

WITRON
10.2022 - 06.2024

Loader and Unloader

Penske Trucking
08.2019 - 09.2023

Material Handler

ProLogistix
12.2013 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Washington High School
Dexter Favors