Jaland Patterson
Dallas
Summary
Qualified warehouse forklift operator with several years moving goods between loading docks and storage areas. Expert at receiving shipments, preparing goods for shipping and organizing warehouses. Dedicated to quickly and carefully handling loads to complete tasks safely and on time. Clean safety record and excellent attendance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Ace Hardware
Wilmer
08.2022 - 10.2025
- Operated forklifts to move inventory within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments while adhering to safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure operational safety.
- Managed inventory organization and maintained accurate stock levels.
- Assisted in training new staff on forklift operations and safety procedures.
- Ensured cleanliness and orderliness of the work environment consistently.
Forklift Operator
Medline
Wilmer
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on forklift equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse operations.
- Adhered to safety protocols ensuring maintenance of safe working environment.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing stock locations.
- Trained new operators on proper forklift handling techniques.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding workflow issues.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Recycling Sorter
City of Dallas
Dallas
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Sorted recyclable materials into designated bins for efficient processing.
- Inspected incoming materials for contamination and quality compliance.
- Operated sorting equipment to enhance recycling efficiency and safety.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety standards.
- Recorded daily activities and material types for inventory tracking purposes.
- Assisted in coordinating waste diversion initiatives within the community.
- Operated machinery to compact recyclables for transport.
Package Handler
FedEx
Hutchins
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Loaded and unloaded packages onto delivery trucks efficiently.
- Sorted packages by destination to streamline delivery processes.
- Operated package scanning equipment to track shipments accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely package handling.
- Followed safety procedures to minimize workplace hazards effectively.
- Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles with manual and powered equipment.
Package Handler
UPS
Mesquite
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Loaded and unloaded packages onto delivery trucks efficiently.
- Sorted packages by destination to streamline delivery processes.
- Operated package scanning equipment to track shipments accurately.
- Monitored inventory levels of packaging materials for operational needs.
- Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles with manual and powered equipment.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets in an efficient manner.
Education
H. Grady Spruce
Dallas, TXSkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Process optimization
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Supervisory reporting
- Inventory transport
- Barcode scanning
- Safe forklift operation
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Ace Hardware
08.2022 - 10.2025
Forklift Operator
Medline
03.2020 - 07.2022
Recycling Sorter
City of Dallas
06.2018 - 03.2020
Package Handler
FedEx
08.2017 - 03.2018
Package Handler
UPS
07.2016 - 05.2017
H. Grady Spruce