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Johnathon Thomas

3816 Chamberlayne Ave Richmond ,VA

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

Virginie builder's
Impala drive Richmond VA
04.2012 - 08.2016
  • 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.

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
04.2023 - 12.2025

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

Forklift Operator

Bissell Inc.
Richmond Va
01.2020 - 02.2023
  • 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
04.2017 - 08.2021
  • 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.

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
04.2023 - 12.2025

Forklift Operator

Bissell Inc.
01.2020 - 02.2023

Forklift operator

Nestle Purina
04.2017 - 08.2021

Forklift operator

Virginie builder's
04.2012 - 08.2016

High School Diploma - undefined

Park view senior high