JOHN C JEFFERSON
Elgin,IL
Summary
Dedicated forklift operator with expertise in safety compliance, inventory management, and load handling. Proven ability to optimize warehouse organization and ensure efficient operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fork Lift Driver
GXO
Albert Lea, Mn
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move materials within warehouse, ensuring timely access for order fulfillment.
- Moved products to designated areas using the forklift.
- Transported and stacked materials within warehouse, optimizing space utilization and facilitating smooth workflow.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments with attention to safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate inventory records during loading and unloading, supporting inventory management and reducing discrepancies.
- Stacked pallets in an orderly fashion within storage facilities or onto delivery trucks.
- Followed all safety regulations while navigating warehouse environments daily.
- Ensured all safety regulations were met while operating the forklift in the warehouse area.
- Inspected the forklift daily to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment and components.
- Completed daily paperwork including logs, reports, and checklists related to operational activities.
Sanitation Worker
Ventra Foods
Albert Lea, Mn
06.2025 - 04.2026
- Sanitized production areas to ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent food processing contamination.
- Disposed of waste materials according to company regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Removed trash and waste from work areas to designated collection points, contributing to a clean and organized workspace.
- Operated power scrubber, pressure washer, vacuum cleaner, steam cleaner and other cleaning equipment.
- Operated forklift to transport materials safely within the warehouse.
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Mrs. Gerry Kitchen
Albert Lea, Minnesota
01.2019 - 09.2025
- Operated machinery for food production, ensuring quality and safety standards.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance to ensure optimal operation.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize operational efficiency and maintain product quality.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance production processes, contributing to increased efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded ingredients, verifying quantities and quality upon arrival.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a clean and safe work environment consistently.
- Assisted in training new operators on machine functions and safety procedures.
- Documented daily production logs to track output and machine usage effectively.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams. to complete tasks accurately.
- Communicated with supervisors about equipment issues and production needs promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elgin High School
Elgin05-1986
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Safety regulations
- Load transportation
- Inventory control
- Equipment maintenance
- Warehouse management
Timeline
Sanitation Worker
Ventra Foods
06.2025 - 04.2026
Fork Lift Driver
GXO
02.2025 - 05.2026
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Mrs. Gerry Kitchen
01.2019 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Elgin High School