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Hank Kozura

Pine Grove,PA

Summary

Dedicated Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Big Lots, enhancing productivity through efficient material handling and meticulous loading practices. Skilled in shipping and receiving, I excel in maintaining safety protocols while training team members. Recognized for reliability and effective documentation, I ensure seamless inventory management and organizational excellence while being eager to learn and grow my skill set.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Tyson Foods
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.

Power Material Handler

Big Lots
06.2023 - 02.2025
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Trained fellow associates after onboarding as well as on power equipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.

Education

Unfinished - Physics

Penn State University
State College, PA

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Computer proficient
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Documentation
  • Efficient data entry

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Tyson Foods
03.2025 - 05.2025

Power Material Handler

Big Lots
06.2023 - 02.2025

Unfinished - Physics

Penn State University
Hank Kozura