Dominique Porter
Martinsburg
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Trex, enhancing warehouse efficiency through effective communication and meticulous inventory management. Certified in forklift operation, I excel in loading and unloading while prioritizing safety. Recognized for improving team coordination, I consistently meet operational goals and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Professional operator with strong experience in material handling and warehouse operations. Skilled in safely maneuvering forklifts, managing inventory, and loading/unloading goods. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Recognized for attention to safety protocols and effective communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Trex
01.2025 - Current
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
- Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
Forklift Operator
GXO
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas. Used RF scanners to pick orders and took to right staging line,
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
Lab Technician
Procter & Gamble Co
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Warehouse Associate
Quad Graphics
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Production of National Geographic magazines and more.
- Move products with a hand jack.
- Loading press with magazines accurately for clean production.
Shipping Warehouse
Orgill
03.2021 - 04.2021
- 42 Conveyor belt process.
- Moved all material that missed assembly to pallets.
- Used pallet jack to distributed material on pallets to correct conveyor belt.
Warehouse Associate
Knauf Insulation
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Inspect acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
- Discarded damaged fiberglass insulation.
Material Handler
Macy’s Inc.
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Fulfilled online customer orders.
- Packaged merchandise to ensure quick efficient and accurate delivery across the world.
- Scanned materials to guarantee accurate orders.
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Chem-Pak Inc.
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
McKesson
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Drove equipment from one site to another for delivery.
- Used hand-held scanners and manually logged accurate tracking of items.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Used equipment such as order picker and reach truck to process excess materials by supporting recycling.
- Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes, and other equipment carefully without accidents.
- Managed efficient transportation of materials each day and meeting company’s required score of 80 percent success rate.
Testing Technician, Quality Control
International Automotive Components
09.2014 - 04.2018
- Responsible for the performance of product testing to applicable specifications, methods, and work instructions.
- Setting up and verifying test fixtures, measurement equipment, and high-speed cameras.
- Ensuring accurate and repeatable test results are recorded.
- Maintain all test records and logs.
- Created test reports as required.
- Obtain test specimens, fixtures and apparatus needed for evaluation according to established frequencies.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment daily.
- Adhered to TS-16949 policies, work instructions and procedures.
- Completed product verification to checking fixtures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sherando High School
Stephens City06-2011
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Material packaging
- Problem-solving
- Materials handling
- Palletizing
- Safe driver
- Staging and sorting
- Physically fit and agile
- Warehouse picking
- Certified forklift operator
- RF scanner
- Communication and presentation
- Quality control
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment operations
- Inventory staging
- Order picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safety awareness
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Certification
- Licensed Forklift Operator - 6/25/2024-6/25/2027
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Trex
01.2025 - Current
Forklift Operator
GXO
06.2024 - 12.2024
Lab Technician
Procter & Gamble Co
08.2023 - 06.2024
Warehouse Associate
Quad Graphics
05.2021 - 06.2021
Shipping Warehouse
Orgill
03.2021 - 04.2021
Warehouse Associate
Knauf Insulation
01.2021 - 03.2021
Material Handler
Macy’s Inc.
09.2020 - 12.2020
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Chem-Pak Inc.
07.2020 - 09.2020
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
McKesson
03.2019 - 07.2020
Testing Technician, Quality Control
International Automotive Components
09.2014 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Sherando High School
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