Jacob Groves

I took this job knowing it was a temporary position as it wa a subcontracted job. We traveled back and forth between Tennessee and Griffin for work where my main job was to carry all of the material to the respective locations on each job site. I would also check behind my superiors work to catch any mistakes or leaks.

• 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.
• Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
• Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
• Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
• Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
• Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
• Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
• Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
• Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
• Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
• Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
• Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
• Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
• Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
• Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
• Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
• Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
• Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
• Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
• Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
• Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
• Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
• Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
• Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
• Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.

• 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.
• 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.
• Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
• Contributed to timely order fulfillment through efficient organization and staging of products, ready for shipping.
• Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
• Demonstrated compliance with OSHA regulations by adhering to safety guidelines throughout all aspects of forklift operation and maintenance.
• Collaborated with supervisors to identify areas of improvement in warehouse processes, implementing changes when appropriate.
• Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
• Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
• Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.