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Frederick Porter

Dallas,TX

Summary

Proven warehouse expert with a strong background in forklift operation and warehouse safety, honed at DHL Supply Chain and 84 Lumber. Excelled in optimizing storage, enhancing workplace safety by 30%, and streamlining shipping processes. Skilled in heavy lifting and team training, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to efficiency. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Vigilant Forklift Operator familiar with operations and maintenance. Skilled at efficiently moving materials across areas to help teams meet demanding objectives. Conversational [Language] abilities paired with [Number]+ years of experience. Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified in [Area of certification] paired with [Number] years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain
01.2021 - 05.2024
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
  • Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.

SAW MACHINE OPERATOR/FORKLIFT DRIVER

84 Lumber
09.2013 - 12.2020
  • Increased workplace safety by implementing standard operating procedures and training new employees on best practices.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by mastering various saw machine models, ensuring versatility within the team when needed.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed tasks, providing valuable data for process improvements and inventory control.
  • Reduced downtime by swiftly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues in saw machines.
  • Ensured accurate cuts by calibrating saw machines before each shift, adhering to strict measurements and guidelines.
  • Optimized cutting patterns to minimize material waste, resulting in cost savings for the company.
  • Sustained optimal levels of saw blade sharpness through diligent monitoring and timely replacement when necessary.
  • Assisted in streamlining the production flow by actively participating in process improvement initiatives.

Education

High School Diploma -

Justin F Kimball High School
Dallas, TX
05.1989

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Warehouse Organization
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Materials Handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Workplace Cleanliness
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Loading Dock Procedures
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Order Picking

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain
01.2021 - 05.2024

SAW MACHINE OPERATOR/FORKLIFT DRIVER

84 Lumber
09.2013 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Justin F Kimball High School
Frederick Porter