Dexter McCray
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. I am a dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator-Shipping and Receiving
Therma Tru Doors
Butler, IN
12.2017 - 06.2022
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Operated all loaders, and equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
Assistant Supervisor-Packaging Dept.
Highland Baking Company
Spartanburg, SC
01.2015 - 11.2017
- Supported Supervisor by preparing production reports and collating quality documentation.
- Revised work practices to improve efficiency, boost quality and meet production goals.
- Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
- Coordinated with day shift supervisor to balance staffing as workloads changed.
- Trained assembly finishers and evaluated quality of work.
- Maintained safety records and accident reports for human resources.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
- Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated clear and concise directions to employees.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods.
- Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
- Supported safety officer to enforce regulations, laws and established policies throughout operational stages.
- Supported Supervisor by preparing production reports and collating quality documentation
Education
High School Diploma -
Boiling Springs High School
Boiling Springs, SC05.2001
Skills
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Rate Control
- Time Management
- Pallet Construction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Load Inspection
- Safe Moving Operations
- Good Depth Perception
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Incident Reporting
- Material Handling
- Loading and Unloading
- Forklift Operator Certification
Timeline
Forklift Operator-Shipping and Receiving
Therma Tru Doors
12.2017 - 06.2022
Assistant Supervisor-Packaging Dept.
Highland Baking Company
01.2015 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Boiling Springs High School
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