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Jonathon Thomas

Richmond

Summary

Exceptional Forklift Driver bringing more than 2 years of transportation and logistics experience. Hard-working multi-tasker with outstanding leadership, problem solving and communication skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Riverside Logistics
Richmond VA
01.2025 - 05.2026
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials safely within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Loaded and unloaded products from trucks, maintaining organization within storage areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials in compliance with regulations.
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking product movement and stock levels.
  • 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.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.

Forklift Operator

Wurth
Richmond Va
04.2024 - 12.2025

Forklift operator loaded and unloaded trucks organized product getting them ready for shipping

Forklift Operator

Bissell Inc.
Richmond Va
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials safely within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Loaded and unloaded products from trucks, maintaining organization within storage areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • 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.

Forklift operator

Nestle Purina
King William
05.2013 - 09.2014
  • Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
  • Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
  • Completed daily forklift safety checklists.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to a battery charger.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
  • Loaded, transported and stacked materials.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.

Forklift operator

Virginie builder's
Impala drive Richmond VA
05.2012 - 01.2013
  • Operated  forklifts to transport materials and equipment.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy and safely transported it around the warehouse.
  • Removed plastic and straps from pallets to facilitate unloading.
  • Kept accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.


Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Park view senior high
South hill VA
1999

Skills

Assembly line experience

Team player

Safe driver

General laborer

Shipping and receiving expert

Packing and scanning

Lifts up to 75 or more pounds 

Flexible schedule

Heavy industrial equipment

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Riverside Logistics
01.2025 - 05.2026

Forklift Operator

Wurth
04.2024 - 12.2025

Forklift Operator

Bissell Inc.
01.2023 - 06.2024

Forklift operator

Nestle Purina
05.2013 - 09.2014

Forklift operator

Virginie builder's
05.2012 - 01.2013

High School Diploma - undefined

Park view senior high
Jonathon Thomas