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Overview
Work History
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Flora Merritt

Lakeland,FL

Summary

  • Hardworking and reliable [forklift operator] with strong ability, Leadership. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices.
  • Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
  • experience operating and maintaining equipment. Dedicated to moving materials to meet challenging demands and promote team productivity, communication skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Publix
Lakeland, FL
08.2019 - Current
  • Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse.
  • Utilized radio frequency scanners for tracking material movement throughout the warehouse.
  • Received, inspected and stocked incoming shipments.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
  • Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
  • Reported any issues or discrepancies regarding product quantity or quality to supervisors immediately.
  • Organized warehouse and arranged items following procedures and safety rules.
  • Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment.

Warehouse Associate

Cardinal Health
Lakeland, FL
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
  • Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
  • Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
  • Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Forklift Operator

Saddle Creek Corporation
Lakeland, FL
07.2011 - 08.2018
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.

Ticket Writer

Spherion
Lakeland, FL
02.2007 - 07.2011
  • Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Filed requisitions for out of stock items and supplies.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles for safety.
  • Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
  • Investigated any reported problems regarding shipping errors or damages.
  • Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains.

Education

High School Diploma -

Continental Academy
Naples, FL
05-2005

Skills

  • OSHA Compliance
  • Product Inspection
  • Forklift Operation
  • Shipment Processing
  • Documentation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Warehouse Management Systems

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Publix
08.2019 - Current

Warehouse Associate

Cardinal Health
09.2018 - 05.2019

Forklift Operator

Saddle Creek Corporation
07.2011 - 08.2018

Ticket Writer

Spherion
02.2007 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

Continental Academy
Flora Merritt