Jeremy Foster
Dodge City,KS
Summary
Dedicated Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. Skilled in safe maneuvering and load management, ensuring efficient shipping and receiving operations. OSHA-trained and adept at teamwork, I excel in problem-solving and maintaining safety standards, contributing to streamlined processes and enhanced productivity in fast-paced environments.
Organized and dependable, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Demonstrates strong communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to adapt to new environments. Contributes to team success and works to further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Lead Operator
Hilmar Cheese Company
07.2025 - Current
- Acted as liaison between company departments and warehouse teams.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Collaborated with other departments to address any issues or discrepancies in orders, ensuring smooth communication across teams.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Conducted comprehensive training for new operators, enhancing team skills and performance.
Forklift Operator
Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc
05.2011 - 07.2025
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Education
Dalhart High School
Dalhart, TXSkills
- Forklift Operation
- Inventory Staging
- Shipping and receiving expert
- General laborer
- Shipping and receiving
- Shipping Documentation
- OSHA-trained
- Familiar with WMS
- Stock rotation
- Safe driver
- Documentation
- Safety standards and protocols
- Freight scheduling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Communication skills
- Time management
Timeline
Warehouse Lead Operator
Hilmar Cheese Company
07.2025 - Current
Forklift Operator
Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc
05.2011 - 07.2025
Dalhart High School