Jordan Slight
Upland,CA
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with extensive experience at Altium, skilled in material handling and safety compliance. Proven track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency through effective loading and unloading practices. Strong safety awareness and ability to train new staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols while optimizing operations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Altium Packaging
Ontario, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, verifying accuracy against packing lists for inventory management.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety procedures and operational best practices.
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Material Handler
Altium Packaging
Ontario, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Operated material handling equipment to ensure efficient movement of goods.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, maintaining workflow efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during material handling tasks.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities in fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
Forklift Operator
Bradshaw Distribution
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance overall productivity.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to improve safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material handling times and increased efficiency.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- 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 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.
Material Handler
Bradshaw Distribution
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with team members to optimize storage and organization of materials.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
Yard Hostler
Frito Lay
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2006 - 05.2021
- Operated yard trucks to transport trailers efficiently within the yard.
- Conducted pre-shift inspections on equipment to ensure optimal safety and performance.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to prioritize trailer movements based on delivery schedules.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of yard areas to enhance operational flow.
- Monitored trailer inventory levels, reporting discrepancies promptly for resolution.
- Trained new staff on yard procedures and equipment operation for improved team efficiency.
Backfill Coordinator
Frito Lay
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2006 - 05.2021
- Coordinated project timelines, ensuring alignment with team goals and deadlines.
- Developed and maintained tracking systems for project deliverables and milestones.
- Assisted in organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting minutes for team discussions.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration.
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Facilitated communication between cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and information sharing.
- Streamlined administrative workflows, improving efficiency and reducing response times for inquiries.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
Material Handler A
Frito Lay
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2006 - 05.2021
- Operated forklifts and hand trucks to transport materials efficiently within the warehouse.
- Conducted quality checks on incoming and outgoing products to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing stock and maintaining accurate records of material usage.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes, reducing wait times for shipments.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Coordinated disposal of obsolete materials, ensuring environmentally friendly practices.
Material Handler B
Frito Lay
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2006 - 05.2021
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Monitored inventory levels and conducted regular stock checks to ensure accuracy and availability.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, adhering to safety standards.
- Assisted in loading and unloading products from trucks, ensuring timely delivery to production lines.
- Trained new employees on proper equipment usage and safety protocols for effective material management.
- Utilized warehouse management systems to track inventory movement, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives that streamlined processes and reduced waste in material handling operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- 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.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
Education
Upland
Upland, CA06.2000
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- General laborer
- Materials handling
- Heavy equipment operations
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Altium Packaging
02.2025 - Current
Material Handler
Altium Packaging
02.2025 - Current
Forklift Operator
Bradshaw Distribution
07.2022 - 10.2024
Material Handler
Bradshaw Distribution
07.2022 - 10.2024
Yard Hostler
Frito Lay
08.2006 - 05.2021
Backfill Coordinator
Frito Lay
08.2006 - 05.2021
Material Handler A
Frito Lay
08.2006 - 05.2021
Material Handler B
Frito Lay
08.2006 - 05.2021
Upland