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James Porter

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

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. 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 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 Forklift Operation paired with 15+ years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 60 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forklift Operator

Berlin Packaging
2015.02 - Current
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.

Assistant General Manager

Permasteelisa Group
2013.04 - 2015.02
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences.
  • Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve customer service and satisfaction.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations by implementing strict sanitation guidelines throughout the establishment.
  • Mentored staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
  • Optimized scheduling practices to ensure appropriate coverage during peak hours while minimizing labor costs.
  • Implemented staff training programs that improved service quality and increased customer loyalty.

Shipping Clerk

Kirby Risk Electrical Supply
2010.09 - 2012.11
  • Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
  • Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining packing and labeling processes.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Established strong relationships with carriers, enabling prompt resolution of any logistical challenges that arose during transit.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wheaton High School
Wheaton, IL
06.1990

Skills

  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Material Loading and Unloading
  • High-Lift Trucks
  • Assembly line experience
  • Wrapping and Banding
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Inventory Control
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Material packaging
  • Shipment Processing
  • Resource Planning
  • Warehouse Operations

Certification

  • Certified ,Forklift - 1 year at a time
  • Licensed Forklift - Every year
  • Forklift, Berlin Packaging - Every year

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Berlin Packaging
2015.02 - Current

Assistant General Manager

Permasteelisa Group
2013.04 - 2015.02

Shipping Clerk

Kirby Risk Electrical Supply
2010.09 - 2012.11

High School Diploma -

Wheaton High School
  • Certified ,Forklift - 1 year at a time
  • Licensed Forklift - Every year
  • Forklift, Berlin Packaging - Every year
James Porter