Joel Sayson
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated forklift operator with proven expertise in warehouse organization and safety compliance. Known for implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
Detail-oriented forklift operator with a strong background in warehouse operations. Recognized for exceptional attention to safety and efficiency, contributing to reduced workplace accidents and optimized storage solutions.
Results-driven warehouse professional with over 18 years of experience in forklift operations and inventory management. Skilled in safety protocols, time management, and problem-solving, consistently improving warehouse efficiency and ensuring timely shipments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Albertsons
Anchorage, AK
04.2008 - Current
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move products throughout warehouse.
- Conducted regular safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe and effective forklift operation.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize inventory organization and storage solutions.
- Executed accurate order picking and packing processes for timely distribution.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management for resolution.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in material handling operations.
- Led efforts to maintain a clean and organized work environment, promoting workplace safety.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
- Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
- Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.k
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
- Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
- Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
- Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
- Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklifter.
- Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
Education
High School Diploma -
Farrington High School
Honolulu, HISkills
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse organization
- Truck loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Loading dock procedures
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Safety protocols
- Shipment receiving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Basic math
- Safe forklift operation
- Order pulling and preparation
- OSHA training
- Forklift operator certification
- Warehouse operations
- Order picking and processing
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Albertsons
04.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Farrington High School