Dietrich Smith
Gary,IN
Summary
Dedicated worker with a professional and energetic work ethic. Motivated towards achieving goals and deadlines in a timely manner. Demonstrates commitment to safety compliance and efficient workflow in warehouse environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bulk Unloader
Indiana Sugars Inc
Gary, IN
06.2021 - 02.2026
- Operated forklifts to unload and transport sugar products efficiently.
- Conducted inspections of incoming shipments for quality assurance and accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline unloading processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in loading dock area to enhance safety standards.
- Empty train carts
- Hook and unhook trains
- Control track switches
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Indiana Sugars Inc
Gary, IN
06.2021 - 02.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
- Assisted in inventory management, maintaining accurate stock levels and organization.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and enhance productivity.
- Trained new employees on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Monitored shipping schedules to ensure timely dispatch of orders to customers.
- Implemented best practices for loading and unloading products, reducing damage risks.
- Enhanced safety protocols, contributing to a safer working environment for all staff.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
- Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Able to lift up to 100lbs.
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Amazon
Gary, IN
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport warehouse orders efficiently.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and inventory status.
- Inspected vehicles for safety compliance before each shift.
- Implemented best practices for handling fragile items during transport.
- Streamlined delivery routes to enhance efficiency and reduce delays.
- Collaborated with management to improve operational workflows and processes.
- Maintained safe driving records by strictly following traffic rules and regulations.
- Performed daily vehicle inspections, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using pallet jacks or forklifts when required, ensuring proper handling of items.
- Able to lift up to 75lbs
Equipment Operator
Polycom
Merrillville, IN
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Operated heavy machinery to support production processes efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Trained junior operators on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Printed labels on bottle correctly
- Use forklift to move pallets
- Able to lift 40lbs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Gary, IN06.1996
Skills
- Pallet jack operation
- Efficient work pace
- Package handling
- Order picking experience
Timeline
Bulk Unloader
Indiana Sugars Inc
06.2021 - 02.2026
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Indiana Sugars Inc
06.2021 - 02.2026
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Amazon
03.2020 - 12.2020
Equipment Operator
Polycom
11.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School