Jason Bothwell
San Jose,CA
Summary
Proven forklift operator with a strong track record at Home Depot, adept in warehouse safety and efficient material handling. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills, significantly enhancing productivity. Skilled in OSHA compliance and heavy equipment operations, with a focus on minimizing accidents and maximizing warehouse efficiency.
Logistics professional with hands-on experience in forklift operation, emphasizing precision and safety. Known for teamwork and reliability, adapting to shifting priorities. Skilled in inventory management and operating heavy machinery, bringing dependable and results-focused approach.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
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.
Merchandising professional with proven track record in optimizing product displays and inventory management to drive sales. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving results. Skilled in visual merchandising, market analysis, and customer engagement. Known for reliability and results-driven approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator/Merchandiser
Home Depot
05.2019 - Current
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing 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.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Security Guard
Securitas Security Services USA
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Maintained safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
Grounds Keeper
West Coast Arborists
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Contributed to overall property aesthetics improvements resulting from dedicated attention towards daily maintenance tasks and detail-oriented approach to groundskeeping.
- Reduced equipment downtime via regular maintenance checks and timely repairs as needed.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining lawns, gardens, and walkways in pristine condition.
Laborer Helper
Lipscomb Concrete (CLC)
03.2015 - 05.2018
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting skilled laborers in various construction tasks.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment safely, reducing risk of injury or damage to property during construction projects.
- Promoted effective communication among team members by relaying vital information between supervisors and workers.
- Collaborated with fellow laborers to complete projects within specified timeframes while adhering to quality standards.
Education
West Valley College
Saratoga, CAGED -
Beacon High School
5670 Camden Avenue San Jose, CA 9512406-2003
Skills
- trainer
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Problem-solving
- Material packaging
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Storage and organization
- Lift equipment operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- OSHA workplace safety
- Materials movement
- Workplace cleanliness
- Product inspection
- Inventory staging
- Inventory counts
- Dock operations
- Hand-eye coordination
- Equipment operations
- Inventory control
- Equipment inspections
- Stock rotation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Assembly line experience
- Stock management
- Customer Service-oriented
- Documentation
- Incident reporting
- Freight counts
- Mentoring and coaching
- Customer focused
- Heavy lifting
- Staging and sorting
- Communication and presentation
- Material inventory
Awards
District recognition through Home Depot
Playbook recognition through DM at the Home Depot
Various awards, and recognition throughout my 5 plus
years of employment at Home Depot
Timeline
Security Guard
Securitas Security Services USA
07.2020 - 02.2022
Forklift Operator/Merchandiser
Home Depot
05.2019 - Current
Grounds Keeper
West Coast Arborists
09.2018 - 04.2019
Laborer Helper
Lipscomb Concrete (CLC)
03.2015 - 05.2018
West Valley College
GED -
Beacon High School
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