George Meeks
Tarboro,NC
Summary
PROFESSIONALSUMMARY Heavy equipment operator Dock work, unload trucks Warehouse receiving and shipping Materials handling Production assistance Forklift operation stand up set down Multitasking Electrical helper Maintenance Mechanic Written communication Assembly line operator Landscaping Farm equipment Coordination Professional Summary Efficient equipment operator highly experienced with forklift's, overhead cranes, and other equipment used in [Type] environments. Support team members with smooth transport of loads in excess of [Number] pounds. History of working accurately and meeting challenging production goals. Dedicated team player and skilled [Job Title] trained in operating and maintaining different types of [Industry] equipment. Contribute to successful operations and customer satisfaction by quickly moving products and materials. Maintain strong safety record and consistently hit performance targets. Dedicated [Type] industry professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting [Type] problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals. Motivated [Job Title] skilled at meeting customer needs with expert [Type] support. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintain organized, clean and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details. Forklift Operator and Warehouse Associate with [Number] years of experience in operating machinery and performing other operations. Maintains machinery in good operating condition and meets housekeeping and warehouse standards. Supports route operations by properly stacking and storing products in warehouses and loading on trucks. 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 75 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. 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. Steadfast Tractor Operator with 7 years of experience. Dedicated to tractor maintenance and knowledgeable about comprehensive repairs. Expert in completion and using modern GPS systems. Reliable employee seeking
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Receiving Forklift Operator
F
Rocky Mount, NC
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Operated multiple types of machinery in addition to forklift's, including materials handling equipment..RF Scanner scan product for inbound and out bound for shipping
- Unload trucks lift up too 75 lbs
- Operated multiple types of machinery in addition to forklift's, including materials handling equipment
- Supported fast-paced production work, quickly moving supplies into position and transporting completed products
- Minimized hazards by following company safety requirements and OSHA regulations.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using work experience.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Operated all loaders, equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
Receiving Forklift Operator
INBOUNDRECEIVINGFORKLIFTOPERATOR, QVC
Rocky Mount, NC
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Operated multiple types of machinery in addition to forklift's, including materials handling equipment . Unload trucks lift product up to 75 lbs.
- Inbound and out bound scan product for shipping and receiving.
- Minimized hazards by following company safety requirements and OSHA regulations
- Supported fast-paced production work, quickly moving supplies into position and transporting completed products
- Completed accurate work by correctly reading and interpreting work orders and safety instructions
- Supported warehouse safety and organization by using proper
- PPE and safety measures when transporting loads throughout work areas
- Transported items with forklift's, pallet jacks and overhead cranes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
PAINTBOOTHOPERATOR, Johnson Control
Tarboro, N,C.
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Used spray guns to apply coatings, paints, or sprays
- Adjusted hoses and nozzles to achieve proper spray dispersion
- Cleaned spray guns and related equipment using water or designated solvents
- Monitored paint flow and viscosity to regulate quality and maintain proper equipment functionality
- Followed formulas to mix substances for painting and coating
- Calculated and measured chemicals, coatings, or paints prior to filling equipment
- Transported items using forklifts and pallet jacks
- Read and interpreted blueprints and plans
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with fast, knowledgeable service
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily demands and handle challenging projects.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Stocking Associate
, Dollar Tree
Tarboro, N,C.
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Handled stock needs according to schedule, keeping shelves continuously full for customers
- Met merchandising requirements by correctly rotating stock, facing products, and building attractive displays
- Improved customer relations by pricing items with clear and visible tags
- Managed cardboard with efficient baling using automatic machinery
- Unloaded incoming trucks, working closely with team members to quickly process shipments
- Kept aisles clean and neat, removing excess product, opened boxes, and debris from public areas
- Organized new inventory for easy storage or direct stocking
- Identified products in need of restocking by taking accurate inventories
- Verified shipments by checking received items against invoices
- Kept tool rooms, supply rooms, and other warehouse spaces organized for easy access.
- Answered queries and concerns and assisted customers with product selections.
- Maintained clean and organized stockroom by sweeping, mopping and removing empty boxes.
- Examined and inspected stock items for defects and reported damages to supervisor.
- Organized merchandise on floor, priced items with scan gun and switched price tickets according to promotional sales and sale expiration dates.
- Set up advertising displays and arranged merchandise on counters and tables to promote sales, boosting sales .
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Unloaded daily delivery trucks using equipment such as to quickly remove and stage products.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
- Applied proper safety procedures in warehouse, stockroom and store and immediately informed management of safety concerns.
Production Line Assembly and Material Handler
ASSEMBLYPRODUCTIONOPERATORAND, MATERIA [ H ANDLER
Kahlin Carolina Systems
Tarboro, NC
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Rotated through assembly line, performing different functions
- Inspected assembled product to check for issues and meet quality standards
- Assembled products in high-volume operation, performing various tasks on rotating basis.
- Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organizing tools in preparation for next shift.
- Boxed, labeled and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Informed purchasing team of missing or damaged items immediately when unloading and receiving.
- Fastened receipts, packing slips and bills of lading, to shipments leaving facility.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Landscaping Crew Member
Grounds Keeper Landscaping
Greenville, NC
03.2010 - 11.2011
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel and asphalt.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to [Number] pounds to move job materials.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Assisted with weekly project planning and crew scheduling.
- Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality. Dry wall installment
TRUCKDRIVER, Moore Craft Reels
Tarboro, NC
05.2006 - 07.2009
- Operated specialized transportation equipment to haul deliveries to destinations
- Used equipment to load, unload, and verify long-distance freight
- Transported items to destinations within schedule guidelines to satisfy customers' needs
- Awarded safe driving award for accident-free trucking operations
- Completed deliveries within specified timeframes for assigned tasks
- Communicated with the facility crew to smoothly maneuver the vehicle into the optimal position for loading or unloading
- Planned smooth vehicle routes to minimize delivery delays
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to move loads onto and off the vehicle
- Prevented cargo shifting by securing loads with ropes, covers and chains
- Completed basic vehicle maintenance such as adding oil and fuel, lubricating parts and performing minor repairs
- Provided in-depth documentation on equipment condition and issues.
Education
GED -
Edgecombe Community College
Associate of Science -
Tarboro High School
Tarboro, NC09.1992
Skills
- Material distribution
- Materials movement
- Forklift operator
- Receiving equipment
- Maintenance equipment
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Fast Reaction Time
- Spatial Orientation
- Operation Monitoring
- Load Inspection
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Dock Operations
- Flatbed Trailer Load Security
- Mechanical Control
- Automated Machinery Operation
- PPE Use
- Spreadsheet Tracking
- Mechanical Attachment Management
- Belt Conveyors
- Heavy Load Hoisting
- High-Lift Trucks
- Word Processing
- CAD Software
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Vehicle Refueling
- Computer Terminal Operation
- Wrapping and Banding
- Logistics and Supply Chain Support
- Telescoping Boom Lift
- Spray System Operation
- Mechanical Attachment Management
- Belt Conveyors
- Heavy Load Hoisting
- High-Lift Trucks
- Word Processing
- CAD Software
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Vehicle Refueling
- Computer Terminal Operation
- Wrapping and Banding
- Logistics and Supply Chain Support
- Telescoping Boom Lift
- Spray System Operation
- Mechanical Attachment Management
- Belt Conveyors
- Heavy Load Hoisting
- High-Lift Trucks
- Word Processing
- CAD Software
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Vehicle Refueling
- Computer Terminal Operation
- Wrapping and Banding
- Logistics and Supply Chain Support
- Telescoping Boom Lift
- Spray System Operation
- Mechanical Attachment Management
- Belt Conveyors
- Heavy Load Hoisting
- High-Lift Trucks
- Word Processing
- CAD Software
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Vehicle Refueling
- Computer Terminal Operation
- Wrapping and Banding
- Logistics and Supply Chain Support
- Telescoping Boom Lift
- Spray System Operation
Certification
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Home Repair
Hot Water Heaters Electric or gas Dry wall Electrical install lights etc. appliance installer
Additional Information
Back hole operator and Farm tractor experience.
Timeline
Receiving Forklift Operator
F
12.2020 - 02.2022
Receiving Forklift Operator
INBOUNDRECEIVINGFORKLIFTOPERATOR, QVC
08.2020 - 11.2020
PAINTBOOTHOPERATOR, Johnson Control
06.2019 - 08.2020
Stocking Associate
, Dollar Tree
03.2019 - 06.2019
Production Line Assembly and Material Handler
ASSEMBLYPRODUCTIONOPERATORAND, MATERIA [ H ANDLER
Kahlin Carolina Systems
01.2012 - 06.2015
Landscaping Crew Member
Grounds Keeper Landscaping
03.2010 - 11.2011
TRUCKDRIVER, Moore Craft Reels
05.2006 - 07.2009
GED -
Edgecombe Community College
Associate of Science -
Tarboro High School
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
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