James Chandler
Valdosta,GA
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with extensive experience at Home Depot, recognized for enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety. Proven ability in material handling and teamwork, achieving reduced loading times and minimizing product damage. Certified in various forklift operations, I excel in fast-paced environments while promoting a culture of safety and collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
01.2025 - 08.2025
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- 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.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Forklift Operator
SOUTH GEORGIA PECAN COMPANY
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
- Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
- Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
- Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
Forklift Operator
Lowes Distribution Center
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
- Used equipment such as [Type] and [Type] to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Education
High School Diploma -
McARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL
Fort Lauderdale, FL05-1981
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Order picking
- Materials handling
- Palletizing
- Problem-solving
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Home Depot
01.2025 - 08.2025
Forklift Operator
SOUTH GEORGIA PECAN COMPANY
06.2024 - 01.2025
Forklift Operator
Lowes Distribution Center
02.2023 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
McARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL