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Jayson Hackett
Barrington,USA
Summary
Supported warehouse operations through effective yard jockeying and forklift operation over 17 years.,Assisted in managing shipping, receiving, and material handling with a focus on detail and compliance.,Facilitated inventory control and shift management while seeking full-time opportunities in warehouse or logistics.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Jockey
Millwood, Inc.
Barrington, NJ
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Operated forklifts and yard trucks to move pallets, trailers, and materials safely and efficiently.
- Served as shift lead, supervising team members and ensuring smooth warehouse operations.
- Performed pallet repair and maintenance, supporting quality control and inventory management.
- Transitioned from fill-in yard jockey to primary yard switcher, demonstrating reliability and adaptability.
- Enforced forklift safety protocols and equipment safety procedures at all times.
- Assisted with shipping & receiving, truck loading and unloading, and material handling tasks.
- Maintained compliance with warehouse safety regulations and company policies.
Forklift Operator / Jockey Driver
CHEP
Barrington, NJ
11.2014 - 01.2023
- Operated forklifts and yard trucks to move pallets, trailers, and materials safely and efficiently.
- Served as shift lead, supervising team members and ensuring smooth warehouse operations.
- Performed pallet repair and maintenance, supporting quality control and inventory management.
- Transitioned from fill-in yard jockey to primary yard switcher, demonstrating reliability and adaptability.
- Enforced forklift safety protocols and equipment safety procedures at all times.
- Assisted with shipping & receiving, truck loading and unloading, and material handling tasks.
- Maintained compliance with warehouse safety regulations and company policies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean workspace.
- Conducted regular inspections of forklift equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Trained new operators on proper handling techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced material flow and reduced downtime.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in stock replenishment initiatives.
- Led safety training sessions, promoting a culture of safety among staff members.
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- 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.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- 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.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of warehouse operations by sharing insights and suggestions for process enhancements.
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Operated yard machinery, hydraulic trailer and forklift to move materials and maintain organization.
- Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
- Performed preventive care and maintenance for machine and vehicle operations.
- Unloaded and stacked Type and Type material with lifting devices.
- Placed forklifts under units, pallets and products for transportation to designated areas.
- Conducted shipping functions to perform accurate loading from production lines.
- Loaded trailers to support government regulations for volume, weight and transportation safety.
Education
High school diploma - General Education
Overbrook High School
Pine Hill, NJ09.2000
Skills
Loader operation
Yard jockey
Equipment safety procedures
Vehicle inspections
Driving
Freight Experience
Forklifts with various attachments
Supply chain
Analysis skills
Forklift
Box Truck
Vehicle issue reporting
Commercial truck driving
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Manual transmission
English
Customer service
Freight
Warehouse safety compliance
Order Picking
Renovation
Computer literacy
Outdoor work
Leadership
Tractor-trailer
Inventory control
Manufacturing
Excavator
Flatbed
Heavy lifting
Workplace health and safety
Regulatory compliance
Logistics
Remodeling
Basic math
Delivery Driver Experience
Driving experience in rural areas
Packaging
Safe lifting practices
Warehouse experience
Computer operation
Material handling equipment operation
Shipping & receiving
Load & Unload
Welding
Load & unload
Organizational skills
Computer skills
Crane
Manual handling
Grocery store
Backhoe operation
Receiving shipments
Forklift safety protocols
Driving in adverse weather conditions
Industrial equipment
Management
Reach truck
Heavy equipment operation
General freight transportation
Materials handling
Pallet Jack
Microsoft Excel
Shift management
Truck loading and unloading
Certification
- Driver's License February 2024 to Present License Number: H0054 39279 12814
- Forklift Certification May 2020 to Present
- ASE Certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Yard Jockey
Millwood, Inc.
01.2023 - 08.2023
Forklift Operator / Jockey Driver
CHEP
11.2014 - 01.2023
High school diploma - General Education
Overbrook High School