Elijah Marks
Macon,Georgia
Summary
Enthusiastic worker eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. I exemplify a clear understanding of directions, tasks and training. Motivated to learn, grow, excel, and build a career. Looking for a long term career I can learn and grow with.
Cooperative Forklift Operator with 5 years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using heavy equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts, lulls, and loaders and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Interfor
Perry, GA
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
- Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
- Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment.
- Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas.
- Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
- Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first.
- Cleaned up spills or debris in work areas immediately following an incident.
- Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
- Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
- Located, pulled and prepared orders.
Yard Loader/Forklift Operator
advance drainage systems
Perry, GA
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with lulls, forklifts, and other equipment.
- Ensured all items were securely fastened in the truck bed or trailer to prevent damage during transport.
- Inspected merchandise for damages prior to loading onto trucks.
- Verified accuracy of shipments against invoices or orders.
- Maintained records of goods loaded and unloaded from vehicles.
- Communicated effectively with drivers regarding any discrepancies between shipment documents and actual load.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to product type and size.
- Received incoming freight into the warehouse and ensured accurate placement in proper storage areas.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, lulls, and loaders.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment used for loading and unloading operations.
- Placed parts on trailer safely to reduce damage during shipment.
Loader Operator
Copart
Macon, GA
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Responsible for moving and loading vehicles on and off of wedge trailers, 9 car haulers, and flatbeds with a 938m/938k CAT front-end loader
- Maintained documentation of vehicle movement around facility
- Responsible for daily pre and post trip inspections and associated documentation of assigned machine
- Maintained a safe work environment and followed company guidelines for safe loader operation
- Ensured equipment was maintained according to company standards
- Set up yard for auctions within company timelines
- Provided service to customers as needed
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor
- Followed yard guidelines to maintain a safe working environment (i.e
- Speed limits, etc.)
- Performed other duties as assigned.
Cook Shift Leader
Cookout
Macon, GA
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
- Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Inspected equipment and ensured it was properly maintained by kitchen staff.
- Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
- Performed regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
Lead Cook/Opener
Dairy Queen
Eastman, GA
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards
- Opening store, unloading truck, and responsible for inventory such as property and goods in stock.
Supervisor/Trainer
Pat N Polish Car Wash
Clearwater, FL
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping company achieve weekly goals
- Thoroughly cleaned out and detailed cars, we were in the Florida sun all day so heat won't be a problem
- Supervised and maintained staff to make sure jobs were done not just correctly but to exceed customer satisfaction in a timely manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
Largo High School
Largo, FL05-2020
Skills
- Planning and Organization
- Communication
- Team Work
- Fast Pace
- Leadership/Management Skills
- Interpersonal Effectiveness
- All weather worker
- Focused
- Inventory trained
- Willingness to Learn
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Forklift Operation
- Equipment Operations
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Construction Equipment Operation
- Pre-Operational Equipment Inspections
- Valid Driver's License
- Heavy Equipment Operation
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Interfor
12.2022 - 02.2024
Yard Loader/Forklift Operator
advance drainage systems
05.2022 - 12.2022
Loader Operator
Copart
09.2020 - 05.2022
Cook Shift Leader
Cookout
02.2018 - 06.2020
Lead Cook/Opener
Dairy Queen
01.2018 - 02.2019
Supervisor/Trainer
Pat N Polish Car Wash
12.2017 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Largo High School
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