Javonte Dixon
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic Warehouse Forklift Operator with proven expertise at WEG Electric Motors in optimizing inventory management and enhancing workplace safety. Skilled in forklift operation and team collaboration, I consistently improved efficiency and reduced product damage through meticulous equipment maintenance and adherence to safety protocols. Committed to fostering a positive work environment while achieving operational excellence.
Overview
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Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
WEG Electric Motors
Suwanee, GA
2023 - 2024
- Operated forklifts safely to transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently, ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to maintain operational safety standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper forklift operation and safety protocols.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
- Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
- Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
- Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
- Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklifter.
- Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
- Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Thunder Express
Duluth, GA
2022 - 2023
- Operated forklifts safely to transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently, ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to maintain operational safety standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper forklift operation and safety protocols.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies for timely resolution and replenishment.
- Adhered to safety regulations, minimizing accidents and enhancing workplace safety culture.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Implemented best practices for inventory organization, improving retrieval speed.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
Warehouse Associate
FedEx Ground
Braselton, GA
2020 - 2022
- Operated material handling equipment to efficiently move packages within warehouse environment.
- Sorted and organized incoming shipments to streamline order fulfillment process.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and safety practices.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety compliance.
- Assisted in implementing process improvements that reduced handling time for packages.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Duluth High School
3737 Brock Rd05.2020
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse organization
- Truck loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials handling
- Loading and unloading
- Pallet jack operation
- Workplace cleanliness
- Loading dock procedures
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Safety protocols
- Shipment receiving
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand-eye coordination
- First aid training
- Adherence to procedures
- Storage procedures
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Vehicle inspection
- Quality control
Certification
Reach Truck Certification
Sit Down Forklift Certification
Cherry Picker Certification
Heavy Machinery Certification
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
WEG Electric Motors
2023 - 2024
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Thunder Express
2022 - 2023
Warehouse Associate
FedEx Ground
2020 - 2022
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Duluth High School