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Hakeem Kymani

Hamilton,NJ

Summary

Hard-working and Dedicated professional with 8+ years of experience ove and a proven knowledge of dedicated logistics operations, production planning, and safety management Over 10+ Distribution Centers Based Upon Clients needs Aiming to successfully fill and help and improve the Production or Distribution sites Shipping and Receiving/Forklift/ Reach/Sit Down and Stand Up/Order Selector/Dock Worker/ and any also equipment or logistics role at your company. Dependable warehouse professional trained in forklift, hand truck and crane use. Over 5 years of experience moving inventory in logistics environments. Outstanding safety record. Motivated equipment operations professional certified in forklifts. OSHA-trained and experienced in range of settings. Background includes logistics, manufacturing and retail industries. Outstanding record of attendance. 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

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR

Empire Logistics | Frito Lay | PFG
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Reach Truck, Sit Down Stand Up and Clamp Forklift Operator and Logistics worker sited in Rosenberg, TX at Frito Lay - Rosenberg Warehouse Expansion | Easton, PA Frito-Lay Distribution Center | Georgia International Trade Center, Penske In Rincon, GA | Fairfield, OH Performance Foodservice PFG
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by effectively operating lift trucks for material handling and storage tasks.
  • Enhanced workplace safety with strict adherence to operating procedures and guidelines for lift truck operations.
  • Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular stock checks using the lift truck to access high shelves.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during shift changes, leading to increased productivity levels.
  • Facilitated on-time delivery by quickly loading outbound shipments onto trailers with precision and care.
  • Supported warehouse operations with the safe transportation of hazardous materials following proper protocols and regulations.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper lift truck operation techniques, ensuring a skilled workforce within the company.

Production Forklift Operator

UChain Logistics
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Assisted a production Travel Team as a Order Selector and unloader sited at Dollar General Distribution Center in Alachua, FL | Safeway Distribution Center in Denver, CO | UNFI Distribution Center In Aurora, CO and Dollar General Distribution Center in Bessemer, AL
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
  • Boosted pallet stability with proper alignment and positioning techniques while operating the clamp lift, minimizing risk of accidents or damages during transport.
  • Collaborated with fellow Order Selectors to ensure efficient workflow during high-volume periods.
  • Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
  • Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.

LEAD REACH FORKLIFT DRIVER

Capstone Logistics
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Travel Team Forklift Operator And Order Selelctor sited UNFI Distribution Center in Centrelia, WA | PetSmart Distribution Center in Groveport, OH | Food Lion Distribution Center Petersburg in Disputanta, VA
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts to move, stack, and organize materials.
  • Boosted productivity by efficiently utilizing various equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, to transport and stack merchandise.
  • Supported warehouse organization efforts by accurately labeling products and placing them in designated storage areas.
  • Increased teamwork efficiency by actively participating in group meetings, sharing ideas, and providing constructive feedback on potential improvements to the process.
  • Optimized storage space utilization with strategic placement of materials on pallets and racks using a lift truck.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.

DOCK CREW LEAD

Publix Distribution
11.2016 - 10.2019
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues across various teams to achieve common goals while maintaining high levels of individual accountability
  • Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring to junior crew members, supporting their professional development within the organization
  • Trained team members to use proper loading and unloading techniques and comply with safety procedures
  • Interpreted hand signals and listened for verbal instruction to determine where materials were to be placed
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.

LOGISTICS FLOW TEAM MEMBER

Target
04.2015 - 08.2016
  • Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires
  • Inventory stock and requisition new stock
  • Receive, open, unpack and issue sales floor merchandise
  • Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule
  • Monitored and adjusted inventory levels according to demand.

Education

High School Diploma -

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL
Somerset, NJ

A.A.S | Forensic Psychology -

MBA | Business Management -

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
01.2019

Skills

  • Warehouse Logistics

  • High-Lift Trucks

  • Multitasking

  • Adaptability

  • Multitasking Abilities

  • Warehouse Safety

  • Lift Equipment Operation, Reach, Sit Down, Stand Up, Clamp Crown and Raymond

  • Material Handling

  • Materials Handling Safety Training

  • Assembly and production

  • Order Picking

  • Forklift Operator Certification

  • Work Planning and Prioritization

  • Shipping and receiving

  • Truck loading and unloading

  • Lockout and tagout procedures

  • Microsoft Excel

  • Attention to Detail

  • Teamwork and Coordination

  • Material Safety Data Sheets

  • Environmental awareness

  • Expectation setting

  • Improvement plan knowledge

  • Goal-Oriented

  • Loading Dock Operations

  • Relationship Building

  • Training and mentoring

  • Quantitative skills

Timeline

LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR

Empire Logistics | Frito Lay | PFG
08.2022 - 05.2024

Production Forklift Operator

UChain Logistics
01.2022 - 07.2022

LEAD REACH FORKLIFT DRIVER

Capstone Logistics
08.2019 - 07.2021

DOCK CREW LEAD

Publix Distribution
11.2016 - 10.2019

LOGISTICS FLOW TEAM MEMBER

Target
04.2015 - 08.2016

High School Diploma -

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL

A.A.S | Forensic Psychology -

MBA | Business Management -

Montclair State University

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