Donovan Ricoy

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

McCormick & Co Inc

03.2023 - 02.2025

Operated stand-up forklift to efficiently transport materials within warehouse environment.
Conducted routine safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance with operational standards.
Loaded and unloaded pallets, optimizing storage space for improved inventory management.
Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety standards.
Followed established protocols for handling hazardous materials, ensuring workplace safety compliance.
Trained new operators on safe forklift operation and best practices in material handling procedures.
Monitored inventory levels during operations, reporting discrepancies to management for prompt resolution.
Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
Expedited shipment preparation process by skillfully stacking pallets in an organized manner, ensuring stability during transit.
Supported warehouse team members in completing tasks outside of forklift operations, as needed, to maintain overall workflow.
Minimized product damage by carefully handling items during transportation within the warehouse facility.
Contributed to timely order fulfillment through efficient organization and staging of products, ready for shipping.
Enhanced team productivity by assisting with training new stand-up forklift operators on safe operation techniques.
Efficiently sorted inbound shipments, preparing products for storage or further processing.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Reduced the likelihood of product mishandling by clearly labeling pallets with relevant information, such as weight capacity and handling instructions.
Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
Demonstrated compliance with OSHA regulations by adhering to safety guidelines throughout all aspects of forklift operation and maintenance.
Collaborated with supervisors to identify areas of improvement in warehouse processes, implementing changes when appropriate.
Utilized warehouse management systems to track inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of low stock items.
Assisted in reducing overhead costs by optimizing storage layouts and maximizing available space within the facility.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.