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John Pugh

Greenwood,Indiana

Summary

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified in [Area of certification] paired with [Number] years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Yellow Freight
07.1999 - 08.2023
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.

Education

High School Diploma -

Greenwood High School
Greenwood, IN
05.1982

Skills

  • Documentation
  • Inventory Staging
  • Production Reporting
  • Product Inspection
  • Shipment Processing
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Material Handling
  • Palletizing
  • Forklift Operation
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Safe Driver
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Player
  • Heavy Equipment Operations
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Customer-Focused
  • Hazardous Materials Handling

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Yellow Freight
07.1999 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Greenwood High School
John Pugh