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Dylan Bowen

St Louis,MO

Summary

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 300 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Lyft Operator

DSG Ashley
08.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.

Produce Associate

Sam's Club
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
  • Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
  • Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
  • Operated balers, power jacks and slicing machines.
  • Checked product shelves to review for proper price labels and handled price changes when requested by management.
  • Assisted with weekly inventory counts.
  • Blocked produce and culled damaged or spoiled pieces.
  • Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
  • Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
  • Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Trained new employees to provide knowledge of proper produce handling and rotation procedures.
  • Collaborated with store management to align with objectives and provide quality produce.
  • Inspected produce to update and adjust pricing information.
  • Sorted and packaged produce items to prepare for shipments.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.

Online Personal Shopper

Walmart
02.2021 - 09.2022
  • Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
  • Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
  • Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
  • Reviews orders prior to pick up for accuracy and purchase-by dates.
  • Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Worked productively with customers to meet order requirements and service expectations.
  • Reviewed customer orders closely to locate desired items and checked app regularly to identify changes.
  • Loaded and unloaded orders at customer's homes or locations.
  • Developed professional relationships with customers to establish repeat business and increase trust.
  • Greeted clients entering store to provide welcoming environment and friendly customer service.
  • Provided product advice to customers to help select most suitable items for individual needs.
  • Documented sales and customer feedback to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northwest High School
Cedar Hill, MO
03.2020

Skills

  • Product Inspection
  • Documentation
  • Production Reporting
  • RFID Tracking
  • Forklift Operation
  • Palletizing
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Material Handling
  • Inventory Staging
  • Lifts up to 300 Pounds
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Pallet Construction
  • Heavy Equipment Operations
  • Customer-Focused
  • Inventory Control
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Heavy Industrial Equipment
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Material Packaging
  • Safety Awareness
  • Equipment Inspections
  • General Laborer
  • Efficient Data Entry
  • Safe Driver
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Materials Handling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Storage and Organization
  • Materials Transport
  • Production Assistance
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Incident Reporting
  • Materials Movement
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • RFID Readers
  • Inventory Counts
  • Team Player
  • Problem-Solving
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • OSHA Workplace Safety
  • Equipment Operations
  • Optimizing Efficiency
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Record Keeping
  • Decision Making
  • Physical Stamina
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Workplace Cleanliness
  • Stock Rotation
  • Order Picking
  • Problem Solving
  • Quality Control
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Attention to Detail
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Computer Literacy
  • Barcode Scanning
  • Weight Distribution
  • Dock Operations
  • Time Management
  • Customer Service
  • Cargo Handling
  • Load Inspection
  • Quality Assurance
  • Battery Recharging
  • Storage and Stacking

Timeline

Lyft Operator

DSG Ashley
08.2023 - Current

Produce Associate

Sam's Club
09.2022 - 06.2023

Online Personal Shopper

Walmart
02.2021 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Northwest High School
Dylan Bowen