James Ortiz
Cheyenne ,WY
Summary
Adept Forklift Operator and Insulator with proven expertise in material handling and OSHA compliance, honed at Menards and Moore Insulation. Excelled in optimizing warehouse efficiency and ensuring safety, showcasing strong problem-solving abilities and teamwork. Achieved significant waste reduction by mastering precise insulation techniques, underscoring a commitment to excellence and operational improvement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fork lift operator
Menards
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Insulator
Moore Insulation
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed thorough post-installation inspections to ensure all areas were adequately insulated and free from gaps or defects.
- Minimized waste by accurately measuring and cutting insulation materials to fit specific spaces precisely.
- Prepared surfaces for insulation with help of adhesives, cement and other compounds.
- Cut, formed and arranged insulation to promote efficiency of materials for each project.
- Sorted and organized supplies inventory and ordered material stock from approved vendors.
- Assisted in training new insulators in proper techniques for cutting, fitting, securing, and repairing insulation materials.
- Read and understood blueprints and technical specifications for insulation installation.
- Applied and handled insulating products such as foam, fiberglass and cloth with mud.
- Filled tight spaces like attics and walls with loose or foam insulation materials based on building code standards.
- Maintained equipment according to manufacturer specifications and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean work environment by safely disposing of debris and hazardous materials following industry best practices.
Education
Pre Licensing - Real Estate
A Plus Real Estate
Westminster, COGED -
East High School
Cheyenne, WY03.2022
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Material Handling
- Team Player
- General laborer
- Safe driver
- Palletizing
- Materials Handling
- Problem-Solving
- Material packaging
- OSHA Compliance
Certification
Fork lift Operator
Timeline
Fork lift operator
Menards
06.2024 - Current
Insulator
Moore Insulation
10.2022 - 05.2023
Pre Licensing - Real Estate
A Plus Real Estate
GED -
East High School