Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Francisco Canales

Lanham MD,Maryland

Summary

Professional Summary

Experienced warehouse worker with 10 years in logistics, inventory management, and warehouse operations. Skilled in receiving, stocking, order picking, packing, and operating warehouse equipment, including forklifts. Most recently worked at Target Warehouse, where responsibilities included handling high-volume shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring efficient order fulfillment. Adept at working in fast-paced environments while upholding safety and quality standards. Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a commitment to optimizing warehouse efficiency.


Experienced with safe and efficient forklift operation in warehouse settings. Utilizes strong organizational skills to manage inventory and streamline storage processes. Track record of adhering to safety protocols and contributing to team goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Target
11.2024 - Current
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
  • Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
  • Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.

Warehouse Worker

The Chefs Warehouse
08.2020 - 10.2024
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.

Warehouse Worker

Sysco's
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.

Warehouse Worker

the Next Day Blinds
02.2013 - 03.2018
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
  • Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
  • Enhanced order fulfillment accuracy, double-checking each order against its picking list.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as pounds.
  • Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities and taking initiative in group projects.

Education

GED -

Elanor Roosevelt
Greenbelt, MD
06-2012

Skills

  • Warehouse safety
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Materials handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse organization
  • Order picking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety protocols
  • Team collaboration
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Load balancing
  • Adherence to procedures
  • Downstacking management
  • Barcode scanning
  • High rack storage
  • OSHA training
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Target
11.2024 - Current

Warehouse Worker

The Chefs Warehouse
08.2020 - 10.2024

Warehouse Worker

Sysco's
07.2018 - 03.2020

Warehouse Worker

the Next Day Blinds
02.2013 - 03.2018

GED -

Elanor Roosevelt
Francisco Canales