Donnie Staples
Angier,NC
Summary
Proven Forklift Operator with a track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety at ATLANTIC TIRE DISTRIBUTION. Expert in forklift operation and certified, adept at loading and unloading, and skilled in optimizing space utilization. Demonstrated ability to train peers, improving team performance through knowledge sharing. Achieved a significant reduction in loading times by streamlining shipping processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
ATLANTIC TIRE DISTRIBUTION
01.2023 - 08.2024
- 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.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
BOB BARKER COMPANY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
WAKEFIELD VETTE
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Trained new team members in company procedures, enhancing overall department performance through knowledge sharing.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by rearranging storage areas according to product size, weight, and demand frequency patterns.
- Managed incoming shipments, ensuring accurate inventory control and timely processing of goods.
- Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining processes and organizing the warehouse layout.
Warehouse Assistant
CORRECTION ENTERPRISE
12.2017 - 11.2018
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks promptly for further distribution.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Packaged and shipped orders accurately to promote safe and quick delivery to customers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regularly inspecting warehouse equipment.
Education
Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, NC05.1990
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
Timeline
Forklift Operator
ATLANTIC TIRE DISTRIBUTION
01.2023 - 08.2024
Warehouse Forklift Operator
BOB BARKER COMPANY
01.2022 - 01.2023
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
WAKEFIELD VETTE
03.2020 - 09.2021
Warehouse Assistant
CORRECTION ENTERPRISE
12.2017 - 11.2018
Vance-Granville Community College