Draon Stephens
Macon,GA
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with extensive experience at Pactiv Packaging, adept at enhancing warehouse efficiency through expert material handling and safety compliance. Proven ability to streamline operations and support team collaboration, ensuring timely shipments and optimal inventory management. Certified in forklift operation, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to workplace safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Pactiv Packaging
04.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts safely to transport materials within warehouse environments.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety compliance.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, maintaining organization of inventory.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during material handling operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse processes and enhance efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movement using warehouse management systems.
- Learned operational procedures quickly, adapting to new tasks in fast-paced settings.
- 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.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Forklift Operator
First Quality Baby Products
Macon Ga
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Supported training initiatives for new employees on forklift operation and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
- Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
- Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
- Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
- Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
- Operated forklifts to efficiently load and unload materials in compliance with safety protocols.
- Inspected incoming shipments for accuracy, ensuring quality control before storage.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize storage layouts and improve accessibility of goods.
- Executed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure operational readiness and minimize downtime.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material handling time and increased workflow efficiency.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by accurately operating a forklift to unload and organize incoming shipments.
- Utilized warehouse management systems to track received items, facilitating efficient location and retrieval of goods.
- Contributed to on-time order fulfillment by swiftly transferring received items to appropriate storage locations.
- Handled fragile or high-value items with care, ensuring their proper storage and minimizing the risk of damage during the receiving process.
- Addressed any maintenance concerns regarding forklift equipment proactively, reducing potential delays in daily operations due to malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Supported cross-functional teams by providing timely assistance in loading outbound shipments as needed.
- Participated in ongoing training programs, staying current on industry best practices and improving personal skill sets.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Tyson Foods
Macon Ga
11.2016 - 09.2023
- Operated forklifts safely to transport materials within warehouse environments.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety compliance.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, maintaining organization of inventory.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during material handling operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse processes and enhance efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movement using warehouse management systems.
- Learned operational procedures quickly, adapting to new tasks in fast-paced settings.
- 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.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Education
GED -
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GASkills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Order picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Problem-solving
- Shipping and receiving expert
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Lift equipment operation
- Storage and organization
- OSHA workplace safety
- Materials movement
- Inventory staging
- Shipment processing
- Dock operations
- Inventory counts
- Hand-eye coordination
- Equipment operations
- Equipment inspections
- Equipment operation
- Stock rotation
- Warehouse management
- Warehouse management systems
- Shipping documentation
- Incident reporting
- Efficient data entry
- Optimizing efficiency
Certification
Certified Forklift Operator
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Pactiv Packaging
04.2025 - Current
Forklift Operator
First Quality Baby Products
09.2023 - 04.2025
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Tyson Foods
11.2016 - 09.2023
GED -
Central Georgia Technical College