Douglas Jackson Jr
Canal Winchester,OH
Summary
Experienced forklift driver with strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of system operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Fork Lift Operator
KDC ONE Groveport
Groveport, OH
02.2022 - 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.
- 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.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- 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.
- 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.
Group Coordinator- Lead
DHL Supply Chain
Canal Winchester, OH
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
- Created and distributed departmental reports.
- Surpassed 100% production target with solid employee motivation and analytical problem-solving to correct diverse production issues.
- Investigated and solved workflow problems with cross-functional collaboration and open communication.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Reviewed daily requirements and forecasts and delegated work for optimal coverage.
- Reorganized and enhanced employee training to close knowledge gaps and boost group performance.
- Managed process transfer and validation of cell culture and purification processes to third-party sites and internal manufacturing facilities.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
Shotblast/Billetprep
Hirschvogel Incorporated
Columbus, OH
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Perform quality audits and document findings
- Operate forklift
- Setup equipment in control panel to correspond with specific job requirements
- Work with maintenance on preventative maintenance plans
- Maintain and understand material flow within the process
- Other tasks assigned
Prep Cook
Fresh & Clean Catering
Columbus, OH
11.2017 - 09.2018
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items as needed.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen areas.
- Practiced proper safety and sanitation standards.
- Cooked all menu items according to specified instructions.
- Prepared ingredients for menu items.
- Distributed food to wait staff in a timely manner.
- Unloaded trailers, received merchandise, verified orders and broke down produce loads.
- Quickly set up and cleared tables and stocked all service stations.
- Cleared dirty dishes, refilled beverage glasses, cleaned tables and brought baskets of bread.
Facilities Maintenance
First Church of God
Columbus, OH
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Read work orders to prepare for machine setup.
- Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities.
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently.
- Informed supervisors when machines needed major service.
- Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner.
- Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.
Picker Packer
Kelly Services/McGraw Hill
Blacklick, OH
11.2010 - 05.2012
- Divided cargo received by account Number and intended location.
- Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Picked products for specific routes according to pick sheets.
- Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations.
Production Worker
Publix Supermarkets, Inc
Lakeland, FL
11.1999 - 10.2007
- Unloaded incoming products and moved to staging area, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.
- Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts in a safe and efficient manner.
- Assembled products according to standardized procedures.
- Located and picked merchandise to fulfill customer orders.
- Responsible for achieving production requirements.
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees.
- Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Kept work areas clean and neat.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Prep Cook
Red Lobster
Lakeland, FL
05.2000 - 10.2001
- Practiced proper safety and sanitation standards.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items as needed.
- Distributed food to wait staff in a timely manner.
- Prepared an average of 50 menu items per shift.
- Cooked all menu items according to specified instructions.
- Swept, wrapped silverware and performed other tasks to help the dining room operate in an efficient manner.
- Cleared dirty dishes, refilled beverage glasses, cleaned tables and brought baskets of bread.
Grill Cook
Steak 'n Shake
Lakeland, FL
06.1998 - 10.1999
- Cleaned and organized all line stations when needed.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by the chef.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to company standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gadsden Technical Institute
Quincy, FL1992
Certificate - Culinary Arts
Gadsden Technical Institute
Quincy, FL1992
Skills
- Courteous, professional demeanor
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Outgoing and energetic
- Committed team player
- Quick problem solver
- Hand-eye coordination
- Excellent communication
- Inventory management
- Efficient multitasking
- Teamwork
- Quick-learning
- Dependable and reliable
- Safety and sanitation
- Time management
- Certified Forklift Driver
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Skilled in standard/reverse reach and counter balance
Timeline
Fork Lift Operator
KDC ONE Groveport
02.2022 - Current
Group Coordinator- Lead
DHL Supply Chain
06.2021 - 11.2021
Shotblast/Billetprep
Hirschvogel Incorporated
09.2018 - 06.2021
Prep Cook
Fresh & Clean Catering
11.2017 - 09.2018
Facilities Maintenance
First Church of God
08.2014 - 10.2017
Picker Packer
Kelly Services/McGraw Hill
11.2010 - 05.2012
Prep Cook
Red Lobster
05.2000 - 10.2001
Production Worker
Publix Supermarkets, Inc
11.1999 - 10.2007
Grill Cook
Steak 'n Shake
06.1998 - 10.1999
High School Diploma -
Gadsden Technical Institute
Certificate - Culinary Arts
Gadsden Technical Institute