Joel Hale
Henderson,US
Summary
Exceptional forklift driver with over [10] years of experience in transportation and logistics. Dedicated to learning new skills and taking on more challenging tasks. Expert in the use of scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to ensure that shipments and deliveries are made safely and on time. Strong problem-solver and team player.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Brightcove
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Reduced workplace accidents with thorough safety checks of forklift equipment before each shift.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
- Expedited shipment preparation process by skillfully stacking pallets in an organized manner, ensuring stability during transit.
- Supported warehouse team members in completing tasks outside of forklift operations, as needed, to maintain overall workflow.
Forklift Operator
Ampoint
02.2022 - 10.2024
- Increased team efficiency by using forklifts, cranes, and other equipment to move materials
- Contributed to profitability by training new employees on how to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, as well as troubleshooting machines to ensure optimal performance and reduce overtime costs
- Stack and store merchandise where it belongs
- Moved goods between warehouse locations based on shipment and storage requirements
- Prepare and stage skids for outbound shipments
- Notify the supervisor about faulty equipment, rack damage, and other potential safety hazards
Forklift Operator
Mas Assembly
03.2019 - 09.2022
- Filled out inspection logs at the start of each shift
- Received, stored, and shipped products in a safe and efficient manner
- Increased team efficiency by moving materials with equipment like [reach trucks] and [Transporter]
- Was in charge of transporting inventory items to their proper locations
- Cleaned warehouse areas to maintain safety and efficiency
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for the best project availability
- Drove industrial vehicles and equipment that moved goods and materials, loaded and unloaded designated trailers, and routed trucks
Forklift Operator
Republic National Distribution Company
01.2016 - 10.2019
- All skids are wrapped and empty skids are stacked
- Filled out inspection logs at the start of each shift
- Received, stored, and shipped products in a safe and efficient manner
- Loaders, hand trucks, forklifts, and cranes were all used in a safe and efficient manner
- Contributed to profitability by training new employees on how to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, as well as troubleshooting machines to ensure optimal performance and reduce overtime costs
- Double-checked that all loads were properly secured on pallets
- Used a forklift to place pallets in the proper slots on storage racks
- Took orders from storage, wrapped them up, and staged them for shipping
Education
High School -
Sam Houston High School
Arlington, TX01.2006
Skills
- Packing and scanning
- Familiar with WMS
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials handling
- Certified in forklift operation
- Team Player
- Lifts up to [50] pounds
- Heavy industrial equipment
Certification
Certified in forklift operation
Timeline
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Brightcove
11.2024 - 02.2025
Forklift Operator
Ampoint
02.2022 - 10.2024
Forklift Operator
Mas Assembly
03.2019 - 09.2022
Forklift Operator
Republic National Distribution Company
01.2016 - 10.2019
High School -
Sam Houston High School
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