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Earle Rivers

Lakeland

Summary

Experienced with operating forklifts in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth material handling and efficient operations. Delivers consistent performance by maintaining equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. Knowledge of warehouse management and logistics coordination.

8+ years experience

Skilled at efficiently moving materials across areas to help teams meet demanding objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Flowers Baking Co
Lakeland, FL
11.2025 - 02.2026
  • Operated forklift safely to move and organize products within warehouse.
  • Conducted pre-operation safety checks on equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, maintaining efficient workflow during peak hours.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize storage space for improved inventory management.

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Tremron
Lakeland, FL
12.2023 - 11.2025

Managed operation of heavy machinery, including forklift, pallet mover, swing-reach truck, and picker, to efficiently store, retrieve, and move heavy loads.

Executed loading, transporting, unlocking, and relocating of numerous bulk objects.

Executed order preparation by processing requests, sourcing accurate materials, and organizing them in designated areas.

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Harrell's LLC
Lakeland, FL
08.2023 - 11.2023

Managed scaling processes to support manufacturing operations and maintain product quality.

Oversaw material movement, maintained inventory accuracy, and ensured workspace cleanliness and organization.

Longshoremen/Forklift Operator

Staffmark Staffing Agency
Lakeland, FL
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to assist in loading and unloading cargo from trucks and delivery vehicles.
  • Operated cranes and forklifts to efficiently load and unload cargo from vessels.
  • Inspected containers and cargo for compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Delivery Driver

Rooms To Go Distribution Center
Lakeland, FL
01.2021 - 04.2022

Executed loading, securing, and unloading of furniture to ensure safe transportation to customers.

  • Operated delivery vehicle efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries to customers.
  • Loaded and unloaded furniture, utilizing proper techniques to prevent damage during transport.

Yard/Warehouse Supervisor

Allied Scrap Processors
Lakeland, FL
10.2018 - 11.2020
  • Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with safety and efficiency standards.
  • Managed inventory control processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for material handling and equipment operation.
  • Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced productivity across all shifts.
  • Operated crane to load and relocate bulk objects, ensuring safe handling and transport.

Education

High School Diploma -

George W Jenkins Senior High School
Lakeland, FL
05-2011

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Safety Awareness
  • Problem Solving Abilities
  • Team Collabertions
  • Physical Stamina

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Flowers Baking Co
11.2025 - 02.2026

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Tremron
12.2023 - 11.2025

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Harrell's LLC
08.2023 - 11.2023

Longshoremen/Forklift Operator

Staffmark Staffing Agency
07.2022 - 08.2023

Delivery Driver

Rooms To Go Distribution Center
01.2021 - 04.2022

Yard/Warehouse Supervisor

Allied Scrap Processors
10.2018 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

George W Jenkins Senior High School