James Ford
Chicago,IL
Summary
Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified in Area of certification paired with Number years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Vigilant Forklift Operator familiar with operations and maintenance. Skilled at efficiently moving materials across areas to help teams meet demanding objectives. Conversational Language abilities paired with Number+ years of experience. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Parker Cromwell & Associates
01.2024 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- 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.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- 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.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
Manufacturing Associate
Wise Staffing
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Do quality checks on products and parts
- Follow work instructions and company procedures
- Rotate through all the tasks required in a particular production process
- Tidy, sweep and clean work area
- Maintain production equipment and machinery
- Exceeded daily production targets with consistent attention to detail and commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Assembled products to meet production requirements and daily established quotas.
Picker/Packer
Cintas
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Managing daily, monthly and yearly sales, acquired through up-selling new products and services to current customers
- Reduced order fulfillment errors by diligently following established protocols for picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Reduced packing time for orders by efficiently organizing and assembling packages in line with company standards.
- Increased customer satisfaction by carefully inspecting items for damages or defects before packaging and shipping.
- Minimized product returns due to incorrect shipments by double-checking packed items against order specifications prior to dispatching parcels.
Cook/Server
Shake Shack
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Fast food worker highly efficient at preparing food orders quickly while greeting all customer
- Properly portioned and packaged take-out foods for customers
- Performed general maintenance duties, including mopping floors, washing dishes, wiping counter tops and emptying grease traps
- Worked well with teammates in openly invited coaching from management team
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Forklift Operator
Sony
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Operated on a stand up and sit down forklift which included unloading materials, transferring materials and moving materials within the warehouse to pick orders and put away product
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Machine Operator/Sorter
The Reserves Network
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Load materials into production equipment
- Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, and grading
- Operated on pallet jacks, power lifts, and front end loaders to load bales, bundles or other heavy items
Picker
Waste Management
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Communicate with customers to monitor inventories and to anticipate the production needs
- Also scheduled all necessary equipment to move waste products
- Monitor and maintain shipment status via computer systems
- Investigate and solve issues with shipments for both vendors and customers
- Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Maintained a clean and organized warehouse, ensuring easy access to products for efficient picking.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fenger Academy High School
Chicago, IL06.2006
Skills
- Sit down & stand up Forklift Operator Certified Training
- Manufacturing
- Upselling
Certification
Forklift Certification
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Parker Cromwell & Associates
01.2024 - 04.2024
Manufacturing Associate
Wise Staffing
01.2020 - 09.2020
Picker/Packer
Cintas
09.2019 - 12.2019
Cook/Server
Shake Shack
05.2018 - 01.2019
Forklift Operator
Sony
12.2016 - 05.2017
Machine Operator/Sorter
The Reserves Network
01.2014 - 11.2016
Picker
Waste Management
07.2013 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Fenger Academy High School
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