John Allen
Louisville,KY
Summary
Hardworking material handler with several years of experience working closely with other staff and leaders to move goods efficiently. Alert when transporting heavy loads hazardous materials. Team-player quick to communicate issues and work with others to resolve.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
Reynolds Aluminum
Louisville, KY
08.2023 - Current
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
Forklift Operator
Dakkota Integrated System
Louisville, KY
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Material handler /forklift driver Load and unload trucks deliver items To all departments
- Receive incoming shipments each week
- Organize storage area to with clear labeling
- Prepare and stake skids for outbound shipments
- Train 6 new hires weekly and serve as mentor.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
Cherry Picker/Forklift Operator
Cycle Gear East Coast Distribution
Louisville
02.2012 - 06.2016
- Inventory associates, also known as auditors or material recording clerks, work with company supply chains to make sure that inventory is on route, on shelves and well-stocked
- They are record keepers for materials, report creators and supply trackers
- Use forklift to load/unload flat beds and tricks
- Assemble product containers and crates for shipping
- Verify shipment information and record the condition of received cargo
- Oversee new hires and provide coaching as needed
- Receive hourly incoming shipments each week
- Prepare and stake skids for outbound shipments
- Manually lift lighter boxes to proper storage area
- Operate heavy machinery in accordance with safety procedures.
- Operated a Cherry Picker to transport materials and personnel within the warehouse facility.
- Performed daily inspections of the Cherry Picker before use, ensuring that all safety protocols were followed.
- Followed strict safety guidelines while operating the Cherry Picker in order to prevent accidents or injuries.
Forklift Operator
Hesco Ink INC
Louisville
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Assist in packing/unpacking boxes as needed
- Perform routine machine inspections and record issues
- Routinely inspect material-handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks and power conveyors to proactively address potential mechanical issues
- Identified, documented and notified Inspection Manager of inbound and outbound merchandise packaging damage and patterns
- Main contributor in notifying management of damaged material, reducing client complaints by 4%
- Maintain high shipment efficiency with less than 2
- Pull and prepare products for timely shipments.
Assembler
Delta Direct Staffing
Louisville
03.2007 - 03.2008
- Manage inventory
- Inspect components and finished product before shipment
- Identify damaged parts and replace as needed
- Ensure displays, coolers, and shelves are fully stocked
- Demonstrate clear knowledge of merchandise
- Work towards consistently improving customer service ratings
- Deliver exceptional customer service through extensive knowledge
- Greet all customers with warm, friendly welcome
- Verify work is in accordance with blueprint specifications.
Education
GED -
Ahrens Educational Resource Center
Louisville, KY04.2000
Skills
- Inventory
- Computers
- Forklift operator
- Assembly line
- Reach Truck operator
- Load & Unload
- Pallet Jack
- Materials Handling
- RF Scanner
- Order Picker
- Packaging
- Order Picking
- Fabrication
- Shipping & Receiving
- Warehouse Experience
- OSHA Compliance
- Heavy Lifting
- Warehouse Organization
- Pick Ticket Orders
- Customer Service
Certification
Forklift Certification
- Order Picker Forklift Operation Certification – Various Providers.
- Forklift Safety and Inspector Certification - National Forklift Foundation.
Timeline
Material Handler
Reynolds Aluminum
08.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
Dakkota Integrated System
08.2016 - 08.2023
Cherry Picker/Forklift Operator
Cycle Gear East Coast Distribution
02.2012 - 06.2016
Forklift Operator
Hesco Ink INC
01.2008 - 12.2013
Assembler
Delta Direct Staffing
03.2007 - 03.2008
GED -
Ahrens Educational Resource Center