Ernest Nodine
Canastota
Summary
Qualified warehouse forklift operator with several years moving goods between loading docks and storage areas. Expert at receiving shipments, preparing goods for shipping and organizing warehouses. Dedicated to quickly and carefully handling loads to complete tasks safely and on time. Clean safety record and excellent attendance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
HP Hood LLC
Oneida
02.2020 - 06.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Managed inventory by organizing products in designated storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment daily.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during material handling tasks.
- Documented shipment details and maintained accurate records for inventory control.
- Trained new employees on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
- Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
- Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse.
- Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
- Organized warehouse and arranged items following procedures and safety rules.
- Received, inspected and stocked incoming shipments.
- Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas.
- Reported any issues or discrepancies regarding product quantity or quality to supervisors immediately.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
- Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
- Cleaned up spills or debris in work areas immediately following an incident.
- Provided assistance in training new employees on proper operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first.
- Completed daily logs for recordkeeping.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Inspected material handling equipment for defects prior to use.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
Car Detailer
Nye Dodge
Oneida
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Cleaned and polished vehicles to meet high-quality standards.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and reported findings to management.
- Applied wax and sealants using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Vacuumed interiors and detailed upholstery for a thorough clean.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline detailing processes.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly.
- Trained new staff on proper detailing techniques and safety protocols.
- Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
- Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, water hoses, vacuums and other specialized equipment.
- Washed exterior surfaces to remove dirt and debris from the body of the vehicle.
- Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
- Vacuumed vehicle interiors to remove loose dirt and debris.
- Cleaned windows inside and out using glass cleaner solution.
- Inspected vehicle to verify pristine appearance for customer.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces with cleaning agents to remove dirt and debris.
- Sanitized interiors by spraying antibacterial agent onto hard surfaces such as door handles, steering wheel covers, gear shifts.
- Applied waxes to protect paint finish from weather conditions and oxidation.
- Used steam cleaning equipment to remove dirt from engine and engine compartment.
- Provided customers with information about their vehicle's condition prior to detailing work being completed.
- Applied dressing to vinyl surfaces such as dashboards, door panels, consoles and armrests.
- Cleans engine compartment by removing grease buildup with degreaser solution.
- Removed tar spots, tree sap and bird droppings from exterior surfaces using special cleaning solutions.
- Removed minor flaws in refinish using sanding and buffing.
- Utilized special-purpose cleaners to foster lasting cleanliness of vehicles.
- Performed minor touch-up painting on scratched areas of car bodies when necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stockroom and organized chemical racks by size, style and color for visual appeal.
- Served clients with on-site detailing services at businesses and homes.
- Implemented eco-friendly cleaning solutions and methods to minimize environmental impact.
- Employed high-pressure wash systems for pre-cleaning and final rinse-off.
- Removed stickers and decals from vehicle exteriors without damaging paint.
- Inspected vehicles thoroughly before and after detailing to ensure quality of work.
- Applied waxes, sealants, and protective coatings to preserve paint and interior surfaces.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for tasks.
- Customized detailing services based on vehicle condition and customer requests.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure efficient operations.
- Detailed wheels, tires, and undercarriage to remove dirt and brake dust.
- Conducted thorough interior and exterior cleaning and detailing of vehicles to enhance appearance.
- Assisted in training new detailers on techniques and company procedures.
- Adhered to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent damage to vehicles and personal injury.
- Cleaned and polished vehicle windows.
- Drove vehicles to or from workshops or customer workplaces or homes.
- Maintained inventories of cleaning supplies.
- Rinsed objects and placed on drying racks or used cloths, squeegees or air compressors to dry surfaces.
- Pre-soaked or rinsed machine parts, equipment, or vehicles by immersing in cleaning solutions or water.
- Swept, shoveled or vacuumed debris or salvageable scrap into containers and removed from work areas.
- Disassembled and reassembled machines or equipment or removed and reattached vehicle parts or trim.
- Turned valves or disconnected hoses to eliminate water, cleaning solutions or vapors from machinery or tanks.
- Rotated handles on equipment to regulate pressure or flow of water, air, steam or abrasives from sprayer nozzles.
- Monitored operation of cleaning machines and stopped machines or notified supervisors when malfunctions occurred.
- Collected and tested samples of cleaning solutions or vapors.
Education
Morrisville Eaton Central School
Morrisville , NY Skills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Material handling
- Equipment inspection
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Employee training
- Workplace organization
- Order pulling and preparation
- Vehicle inspection
- Storage procedures
- Pallet jack operation
- Goods packaging
- Pallet building
- Quality control
- Warehouse safety
- Loading dock procedures
- Problem-solving
- High rack storage
- Workplace cleanliness
- Hand-eye coordination
- Order picking
- Materials handling
- Loading dock staging
- Safe lifting techniques
- Warehouse organization
- Receiving procedures
- Shipping and receiving
- Basic math
- Verbal and written communication
- Safe forklift operation
- Stock control
- Truck loading and unloading
- Shipment receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Cardboard baling
- Safety protocols
- Barcode scanning
- Basic math aptitude
- Warehouse support
- Dock operations
- Safety awareness
- Production scheduling
- Order picking and processing
- Freight counts
- Warehouse picking
- Storage and organization
- Pallet stacking
- Stock rotation
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
HP Hood LLC
02.2020 - 06.2025
Car Detailer
Nye Dodge
03.2018 - 01.2020
Morrisville Eaton Central School