Results-driven Forklift Operator with extensive experience at American Tire Distributors, skilled in efficient loading and unloading, and committed to safety awareness. Proven ability to enhance warehouse productivity through effective teamwork and problem-solving, while maintaining organized work areas and adhering to OSHA guidelines. Certified in forklift operation, ensuring reliable and safe material handling.
Work History
Forklift Operator
1 Year 4 Months
American Tire Distriubutors | 06.2025 - Current
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Forklift Operator
2 Months
ROC Cabinetry | 03.2025 - 05.2025
Transported materials to storage locations while maintaining aisle and dock safety.
Verified labels, counts, and pallet condition to support order accuracy.
Followed warehouse procedures to maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas.
Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Forklift Operator
2 Years 8 Months
Stord | 11.2021 - 07.2024
Operated forklift to load, unload, and move pallets across warehouse zones.
Inspected equipment daily and reported safety issues before shift start.
Staged inbound and outbound freight for accurate shipping and receiving flow.
Used RF scanner and WMS to track inventory locations and order status.
Assisted cross-functional teams with timely replenishment and urgent material moves.
Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.