Jim Richards
Skipperville,AL
Summary
Experienced Forklift Operator specializing in safety compliance and inventory management. Proven track record in maintaining equipment and optimizing warehouse logistics. Strong commitment to adhering to safety protocols and enhancing operational efficiency. Talented professional with several years in warehouse environments successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
ECORE International
Ozark, AL
02.2023 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the facility efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols and procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and workflows.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Participated in safety meetings to promote a culture of workplace safety.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Operated machinery for production of recycled flooring materials.
- Monitored equipment performance to ensure efficient operation.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work area.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
Warehouse Forklift Operator/Forklift Operator/Production Machine Operator
West Point Steven Pepperrell
Abbeville, Alabama
05.1996 - 09.2023
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments to optimize storage space and organization.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Followed strict safety guidelines to minimize workplace accidents and hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
- Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
- Staged goods in loading dock area.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
- Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse.
- Conducted regular safety checks on forklifts and equipment.
- Responsible for cleaning and maintaining work area in a safe, organized condition at all times.
- Assisted other employees in setting up machines for new production runs when needed.
- Prepared machines for operations by calibrating, adjusting, and testing control or settings.
- Operated production machinery to produce parts within specified tolerances and quality standards.
- Loaded raw materials into machines, monitored the process, and unloaded finished products from machines.
Farmer
Blankenship Farms
Texasville, AL
1985 - 08.1996
- Operated and maintained farm machinery for efficient production.
- Assisted in livestock care, ensuring health and well-being.
- Sowed seeds, planted seedlings, and transplanted crops by hand or with mechanized equipment.
- Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
- Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
Education
GED -
Abbeville High School
Abbeville, Alabama10-1984
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Warehouse logistics
- Material handling
Timeline
Machine Operator
ECORE International
02.2023 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator/Forklift Operator/Production Machine Operator
West Point Steven Pepperrell
05.1996 - 09.2023
Farmer
Blankenship Farms
1985 - 08.1996
GED -
Abbeville High School