Joel Ortega
Merced,CA
Summary
Professional operator with strong experience in material handling and warehouse operations. Skilled in safely maneuvering forklifts, managing inventory, and loading/unloading goods. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Recognized for attention to safety protocols and effective communication skills.
Experienced with operating forklifts in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth material handling and efficient operations. Delivers consistent performance by maintaining equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. Knowledge of warehouse management and logistics coordination.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Jain Farm Fresh
Merced, CA
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport goods efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during material handling operations.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of forklift equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels and locations.
- Mentored new operators on best practices for safe forklift operation and efficiency.
- Implemented improved workflows that reduced loading times and increased productivity.
- Trained staff on proper use of warehouse management systems for enhanced accuracy in operations.
- 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 forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
General Laborer
Fullsteam Staffing
Merced, CA
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Operated machinery and tools safely to complete various labor tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper handling and organization.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs and prevent downtime.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work areas to promote a productive environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure compliance and performance consistency.
- Implemented best practices for material handling, reducing waste and improving resource utilization.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
Truck Driver Class A
JRD logistics
Merced, CA
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Reason for leaving is because I moved to another city.
Truck Driver Class A
Button Transportation
Merced, CA
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Seasonal position
- Operated Class A trucks safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to traffic regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with company standards.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading processes, optimizing weight distribution for stability and efficiency.
- Navigated complex logistics software to track shipments and update delivery statuses in real-time.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch teams to coordinate schedules and resolve logistical issues promptly.
Line Operator
Sensient Technologies Corporation
Livingston, CA
10.2012 - 07.2021
Education
12 grade -
Merced valley community school
Merced, CA03-2007
In The Process of Getting My Ged - Adult School Online
Merced Adult School
06-2026
Skills
- Tractor-Trailer
- Driving
- Commercial Driving
- Flatbed
- Shuttle Driving
- Forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
Accomplishments
- Checked and recorded floor-loading limits with 100% accuracy.
- Consistently determined load weight to within 1,920 pounds.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks at a rate of 44,160 pounds per hour.
Certification
- CDL A
- Tanker Endorsement
- CDL
CPR CERTIFIED
Took a 4 hour course of handling different types of suffocation from adults to infants. I feel my training is in good standards and feel safe using when ever required or necessary.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Jain Farm Fresh
08.2023 - 09.2025
General Laborer
Fullsteam Staffing
04.2023 - 08.2023
Truck Driver Class A
JRD logistics
12.2021 - 03.2022
Truck Driver Class A
Button Transportation
07.2021 - 12.2021
Line Operator
Sensient Technologies Corporation
10.2012 - 07.2021
12 grade -
Merced valley community school
In The Process of Getting My Ged - Adult School Online
Merced Adult School