Julius Hughes
Victorville,CA
Summary
Achieved operational excellence by demonstrating a solid work ethic and commitment to continuous learning in hands-on settings. Improved safety compliance through application of basic safety practices and proficient tool handling. Enhanced team dynamics and productivity by utilizing physical stamina and collaborative skills in various roles. Maximized efficiency in material handling through skilled forklift operation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Traffic Tech Inc.
Long Beach, CA
09.2022 - 08.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment to ensure safety and compliance standards were met.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize product placement and inventory management processes.
- Assisted in training new staff on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Implemented best practices for loading and unloading shipments, minimizing damage and delays.
- Monitored stock levels to facilitate timely replenishment of inventory items as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of material movement using inventory management software.
- Led efforts to improve workplace organization, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
- Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
Janitor
Parkers Janitorial
San Bernardino, CA
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Reduced the spread of germs by sanitizing high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs and handrails.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Highway Maintenance Worker
San Bernardino Community College (Cal-Trans)
San Bernardino, CA
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during daily tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently for tasks such as grading, snow removal, and vegetation management along highways.
- Reduced roadway hazards by performing thorough debris removal and maintaining clear drainage systems.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Upland Highschool
Upland, CASkills
- Achieved OSHA safety certification to ensure compliance with industry safety standards
- Implemented work zone safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulations
- Executed safe operation of machinery to ensure workplace safety and compliance
- Executed safe equipment handling protocols to ensure workplace safety
- Implemented comprehensive safety procedures to ensure workplace compliance
- Oversaw warehouse safety protocols and maintenance operations
- Assisted teams in managing schedules to meet deadlines Supported colleagues in maintaining consistent attendance and punctuality Contributed to project completion by prioritizing tasks effectively
Certification
- Forklift Certified
- OSHA 10 Safety Certified
- Crown stacker certified
- Cherry Picker certified
- Crown Reach certified
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Traffic Tech Inc.
09.2022 - 08.2025
Janitor
Parkers Janitorial
08.2020 - 09.2022
Highway Maintenance Worker
San Bernardino Community College (Cal-Trans)
02.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Upland Highschool