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Germaine Lovelady

Hoffman Estates,IL

Summary

Efficient and experienced warehouse leader with 10 years of experience in forklift operations and warehouse management. Proficient in supervising warehouse associates, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of shipments. Possess a strong background in forklift operation, inventory control, and quality inspection.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Volt Workforce Solutions
12.2024 - 10.2025
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently throughout warehouse.
  • Managed inventory control processes, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
  • Coordinated with team members to streamline loading and unloading operations.
  • Trained new staff on safety protocols, equipment operation, and material handling techniques.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.

Warehouse Shift Leader

DSV Air & Sea
07.2022 - 12.2024

Supervised a team of multiple warehouse associates, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of incoming and outgoing shipments

  • Monitored performance and safety practices of]-person warehouse staff.

Forklift Operator

ProLogistix staffing service
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Forklift operator picking orders labeling staging Loading unloading
  • Conducted pre-shift inspections on equipment to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks, maintaining accurate inventory records throughout the process.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime during peak operations.

Forklift Operator

The Bazaar
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Driving a cherry picker fork lift picking customer orders also palletizing the order getting it ready for shipment manifesting and creating label for all orders
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.

Forklift Operator

Winston brand
07.2018 - 08.2021
  • Order picking on a cherry picker forklift or cutaways on a reach truck/ picker/packer /stocker / loader/ unloader / quality control inspector
  • 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.
  • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
  • Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
  • Conducted pre-shift inspections on equipment to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks, maintaining accurate inventory records throughout the process.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime during peak operations.
  • Implemented best practices for material handling, reducing product damage during storage and transportation.
  • Trained new operators on safe forklift operation and company protocols, enhancing overall team performance.
  • Assisted in inventory management through regular cycle counts and reporting discrepancies promptly.

Shipping Clerk

CTL Global
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Measure, weigh, and count products and materials
  • Load materials and products into package processing equipment
  • Processing Information
  • Experience with: Forklifts, Label printers, Pallet jacks
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 1000 packages per day.

Rooming House Keeper

Handling and Moving Objects
03.2016 - 10.2017
  • Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
  • Gather and empty trash
  • Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Grocery Clerk

jewels
06.2011 - 06.2014
  • Answer customers' questions about merchandise and advise customers on merchandise selection
  • Stock shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred merchandise
  • Take inventory or examine merchandise to identify items to be reordered or replenished
  • Clean display cases, shelves, and aisles
  • Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions accurately and swiftly.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain store cleanliness and organization standards.
  • Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to address unique situations or challenges within the store environment effectively.

Education

High School Diploma -

Austin Community Learning Center
Chicago, IL
06.1994

Skills

  • Proficient in operating cherry pickers
  • Service excellence
  • Forklift proficiency
  • Inventory
  • Label Printers
  • Manual Pallet Jacks
  • Pallet Jacks
  • Stocking
  • Shipping
  • Receiving
  • UPS
  • Warehouse Associate
  • Order Picker
  • Reach truck handling
  • RF Scanner
  • Order Picking
  • Materials Handling
  • Freight Experience
  • Quality Inspection
  • Packaging
  • Manufacturing
  • Machining
  • Warehouse experience
  • Assembly
  • Load & Unload
  • Inventory Control
  • Delivery Driver Experience
  • Microsoft Word
  • Order picking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Workload prioritization
  • Equipment operation
  • Stock control
  • Customer service
  • Product packaging
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Inventory cycle counting
  • Communication skills
  • Employee training
  • Warehouse operations

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

Material Handler

Volt Workforce Solutions
12.2024 - 10.2025

Warehouse Shift Leader

DSV Air & Sea
07.2022 - 12.2024

Forklift Operator

ProLogistix staffing service
02.2022 - 07.2022

Forklift Operator

The Bazaar
09.2021 - 01.2022

Forklift Operator

Winston brand
07.2018 - 08.2021

Shipping Clerk

CTL Global
11.2017 - 04.2018

Rooming House Keeper

Handling and Moving Objects
03.2016 - 10.2017

Grocery Clerk

jewels
06.2011 - 06.2014

High School Diploma -

Austin Community Learning Center
Germaine Lovelady