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Gilbert Cruz

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Accomplished Forklift Operator with a proven track record at DHL Express, enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety. Expert in forklift operation and materials handling, coupled with a keen ability to train peers, significantly reducing accidents. Skilled in optimizing inventory management and shipment preparation, demonstrating exceptional organizational and teamwork abilities.

Professional forklift operator prepared for high-impact results. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility to meet changing needs. Skilled in safe and efficient operation of stand-up forklifts, inventory management, and warehouse operations. Reliable, adaptable, and driven to achieve operational excellence.


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.



Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

DHL Express
12.2024 - 12.2024
  • Reduced workplace accidents with thorough safety checks of forklift equipment before each shift.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
  • Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
  • Expedited shipment preparation process by skillfully stacking pallets in an organized manner, ensuring stability during transit.
  • Supported warehouse team members in completing tasks outside of forklift operations, as needed, to maintain overall workflow.
  • Minimized product damage by carefully handling items during transportation within the warehouse facility.
  • Enhanced team productivity by assisting with training new stand-up forklift operators on safe operation techniques.
  • Efficiently sorted inbound shipments, preparing products for storage or further processing.
  • Contributed to timely order fulfillment through efficient organization and staging of products, ready for shipping.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.

Forklift Operator

Monster Beverage
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • 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.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.

Education

High School Diploma -

Centra High School
Phoenix, AZ
04-2006

Skills

  • Order picking
  • Shipping an
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Dock operations
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Forklift operation
  • Loading dock operations
  • Forklift operation expertise
  • Pallet jack operation

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

DHL Express
12.2024 - 12.2024

Forklift Operator

Monster Beverage
11.2023 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Centra High School
Gilbert Cruz