Diego Perez
Reseda,CA
Summary
Proven forklift operator with extensive experience at Rehrig Pacific, showcasing exceptional skills in warehouse safety and team collaboration. Expert in forklift operation and certified in OSHA compliance, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and reducing accidents. Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks effectively, contributing to a 30% improvement in shipment processing speed.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Rehrig Pacific
11.2015 - Current
- 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.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- 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.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- 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.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- 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.
- Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software after each task completion.
- Contributed to sustainability efforts by properly disposing of damaged or expired products in compliance with company policies as well as local regulations.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Maximized accuracy in order preparation through thorough verification against packing slips before loading onto transport vehicles.
- Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Safety
- Team Player
- Warehouse Operations
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- General laborer
- Order Picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and Reliable
- Palletizing
- Problem-Solving
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
- OSHA Compliance
- Storage and Organization
- OSHA Workplace Safety
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Product Inspection
- Inventory staging
- Shipment Processing
- Inventory Counts
- Dock Operations
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Equipment operations
- Equipment operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Inventory Control
- Warehouse Management
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Shipping Documentation
- Customer Service-Oriented
- Documentation
- Incident Reporting
- Production Assistance
- Efficient data entry
- Familiar with WMS
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Storage and Stacking
- Critical Thinking
- Wrapping and Banding
- Load Inspection
- Safe Moving Operations
- Inventory Tracking
- Quality Assurance
- Waste Prevention
- Word Processing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Rehrig Pacific
11.2015 - Current