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Jacob West

Bloomington,IL

Summary

Proven track record in warehouse efficiency, notably at Ennis Co, where I mastered forklift operation and material handling, enhancing shipping speeds by over 30%. A self-motivated team player, I excel in maintaining safety and organization, leveraging skills in heavy lifting and pallet jack handling to meet rigorous employer standards.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Worker

Turk Furniture
10.2022 - 02.2024
  • Contributed to smooth operation of lift systems by overseeing loading/unloading processes and assisting guests as needed.
  • Provided support during inclement weather conditions by clearing snow from walkways and maintaining safe spaces for guests.
  • Partnered closely with other team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure a high level of service.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.

Forklift Operator

Mid States Trucking
01.2018 - 09.2022

Load and Unload freight with a Forklift and or pallet jack. manifest all product you move in a 10 hour shift

  • Maintain a safe work place at all times. Help others when asked move at a fast speed all day
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.

Forklift Operator

Ennis Co
03.2014 - 01.2022

Load and unload printing presses by forklift or by hand. Unload rolls of paper using a clap truck. Ran the warehouse making sure all the material is in the right stations. Load semis with forklift and secure for delivery

  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • 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.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.

Gas Attendant Tow Truck Driver

Happys Super Service
11.2001 - 12.2013
  • Maintained clean and orderly work station.
  • Pumped gas for guests and took payments.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting a positive atmosphere for customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hall High School
Spring Valley, IL

Skills

Packaging and Labeling

Picking and Packing

Self-Motivated and Disciplined

Cleaning and Organizing

Heavy Lifting

Loading and unloading

Warehouse Safety

Material Handling

Sorting and Labeling

Warehouse Organization

Timeline

Warehouse Worker

Turk Furniture
10.2022 - 02.2024

Forklift Operator

Mid States Trucking
01.2018 - 09.2022

Forklift Operator

Ennis Co
03.2014 - 01.2022

Gas Attendant Tow Truck Driver

Happys Super Service
11.2001 - 12.2013

High School Diploma -

Hall High School
Jacob West