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Joshua McClure

Idaho Falls,ID

Summary

Experienced and cooperative forklift operator adept at safely lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Skilled in operating various classes of forklifts and experienced with a wide range of heavy equipment. Known for problem-solving skills, strong ethics, integrity, and ability to build relationships.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Idahoan Foods
Lewisville, ID
09.2016 - Current
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading goods from trucks and trailers utilizing forklift skills.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Palletizer:
  • Reported any issues with machines or product quality immediately to supervisors.
  • Loaded cardboard boxes onto conveyor belt manually in preparation for palletizing process.
  • Verified accuracy of packed goods before moving them along the production line.
  • Assisted in unloading of raw materials into the packaging line.
  • Managed inventory levels of packing supplies, such as stretch wrap, tape, and labels.
  • Inspected machinery for safe operation before beginning work shift.
  • Monitored conveyor belts for jams or clogs during the palletizing process.
  • Identified and removed defective products from the packaging line.
  • Wrapped each loaded pallet securely using stretch film wrappers and shrink-wrapping machines.
  • Worked closely with other operators to coordinate efficient movement of product through the line.
  • Stacked boxes onto pallets according to customer orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating machinery, including wearing protective gear at all times.
  • Troubleshoot minor problems with machines quickly to minimize downtime on the packaging floor.
  • Operated palletizing equipment to stack and wrap finished product.
  • Maintained a clean work area throughout the shift by disposing of waste properly.
  • Removed finished products from machines and separated rejected items based on standard grading qualifications.
  • Reset packaging line malfunctions by clearing machine jams.
  • Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
  • Assisted in training new and/or current employees in proper procedures and processes.

Machine operator:

  • Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
  • Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
  • Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
  • Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
  • Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
  • Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision products.
  • Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
  • Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
  • Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
  • Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
  • Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
  • Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
  • Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
  • Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
  • Maintained proper chemical inventories.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose with facility production processes.
  • Trained personnel on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials used during production processes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ririe Jr/Sr High School
Ririe, ID
05-1998

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Material Handling
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Production Reporting
  • Warehouse picking
  • Shipment Processing
  • Inventory Management

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Idahoan Foods
09.2016 - Current

High School Diploma -

Ririe Jr/Sr High School
Joshua McClure