Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Interests
Timeline

James Bristow

CFS
Charlotte,NC
1
Language
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience

Results-driven forklift operator with expertise in loading, unloading, and warehouse safety. Consistently optimized workflow while maintaining compliance with safety protocols.

Work History

Forklift Operator

3 Months
CFS | 12.2025 - 03.2026
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse environment.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, maintaining efficient workflow.
  • Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Stacked and stored products in designated areas for easy retrieval.
  • Maintained accurate records of material movements within warehouse management system.

High Reach Forklift Operator

3 Years 10 Months
Family Dollar Warehouse | 02.2022 - 12.2025
  • Operated high reach forklifts to efficiently retrieve and organize inventory.
  • Assisted in training new employees on forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
  • Maintained safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure operational reliability and safety compliance.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased overall warehouse efficiency and productivity levels.
  • Increased productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding established quotas for daily tasks and assignments.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating high reach forklifts for loading and unloading tasks.

Cherry Picker Operator/Forklift Operator

3 Years 1 Month
Tryon Distribution | 01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Operated cherry picker to accurately retrieve and transport inventory within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety and compliance with operational standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency during peak shipping periods.
  • Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
  • Oversaw daily operations of cherry picker activities, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
  • Developed training materials for new hires, improving onboarding efficiency and operational knowledge retention.
  • Utilized strong communication skills to coordinate tasks with supervisors, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations through adherence to established safety guidelines while operating cherry pickers.

Education

High School Diploma

Fairmont High School | Fairmont, NC | 06-1995
  • Honor Roll [Semester and Year]

Skills

Forklift operator certification
Certified forklift operator
Forklift operation
Lift equipment operation
Loading and unloading
Warehouse logistics
Shipping and receiving
Lift equipment operation
Warehouse inventory
Stock management
Product placement
Order fulfillment
Warehouse safety
Loading dock management
Safety compliance
Forklift certification

Certification

  • [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]

Languages

English
Limited Working

Interests

Community Cleanup
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community.

Timeline

Forklift Operator

CFS
12.2025 - 03.2026Read More

High Reach Forklift Operator

Family Dollar Warehouse
02.2022 - 12.2025Read More

Cherry Picker Operator/Forklift Operator

Tryon Distribution
01.2019 - 02.2022Read More

Fairmont High School

High School Diploma
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James Bristow