Giovanni Alvarez
San Leandro,CA
Summary
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. Dynamic and adaptable Warehouse Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Costco in optimizing shipping processes and enhancing team collaboration. Skilled in forklift operation and problem-solving, I consistently maintained a clean and safe work environment while supporting efficient loading and unloading operations. A dedicated team player committed to achieving excellence in every task.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Costco
11.2023 - 03.2025
- 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 and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
- Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
Warehouse Worker
Staffmark
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Strengthened team collaboration, working closely with peers to tackle large projects and tight deadlines.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
Education
Barber
Moller Barber School
Hayward 10-2025
High School Diploma -
Coliseum College Prep Academy
Oakland, CA05-2022
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Truck loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Pallet jack operation
- Workplace cleanliness
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Team player
- Flexible and adaptable
- Quick Learner
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Costco
11.2023 - 03.2025
Warehouse Worker
Staffmark
06.2023 - 09.2023
Barber
Moller Barber School
High School Diploma -
Coliseum College Prep Academy
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