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John Whittington

Westminster,MD

Summary

Dedicated material handler with extensive experience at Floserv, excelling in warehouse operations and equipment safety. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective forklift operation and teamwork. Recognized for maintaining organized storage areas and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Floserv
03.2024 - Current
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
  • Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels to prevent stock outages, conducting weekly inventory audits.

Fork Lift Operator

Performance Food Group
05.2020 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Francis Scott Key High School
Union Bridge, MD
05.2019

Skills

  • Material handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking
  • Positive attitude
  • Heavy lifting
  • Warehouse operations
  • Attention to detail
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Equipment safety
  • Forklift operation
  • Warehouse safety
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Forklift operations
  • Warehouse organization
  • Clean background check
  • Equipment operation
  • Paperwork completion
  • Load verification
  • OSHA compliance
  • Logistics

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of Number staff members.
  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.

Timeline

Material Handler

Floserv
03.2024 - Current

Fork Lift Operator

Performance Food Group
05.2020 - 02.2024

High School Diploma - General Studies

Francis Scott Key High School

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