Joshua Ford
Brookings ,OR
Summary
Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified fork lift driver with 4+ years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Hyster Driver
Pacific Wood Laminates
03.2020 - Current
- Maintained a clean work area that adhered to company guidelines, promoting a healthy workplace environment.
- Consistently met daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards for all processed materials.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient workflow and improved communication.
- Reduced product damage through careful handling of materials and precise navigation.
- Located and moved stock of products to pallets or crates to prepare for shipment and storage.
- Used daily production sheets or work tickets to record number of units handled or moved.
- Cleaned and organized work area by removing empty pallets and other hazards.
- Prepared forklift for daily use by refueling and recharging battery.
- Maintained forklift by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns and conducting routine pre and post inspections.
- Operated forklift to transfer products and other cargo into and out of storage.
- Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular audits to ensure accuracy.
- Proactively communicated potential issues or delays while providing solutions to maintain timeliness.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by operating fork lift safely and accurately.
- Expedited order fulfillment by transporting items quickly between storage areas, docks, and production lines.
Custodian
Brookings Harbor School District 17-C
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Kept building spaces clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
- Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Assisted in inventory management to ensure adequate supplies were always available for custodial needs.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in facilities maintenance.
Education
GED -
Riverside Adult School
Riverside, CASkills
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy Lifting
- Warehouse Navigation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Safe driver
- Punctual and Reliable
- Warehouse Safety
- OSHA Workplace Safety
Timeline
Hyster Driver
Pacific Wood Laminates
03.2020 - Current
Custodian
Brookings Harbor School District 17-C
08.2019 - 03.2020
GED -
Riverside Adult School
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