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J’vohn Sousa

Petersburg,VA

Summary

Professional operator with strong experience in material handling and warehouse operations. Skilled in safely maneuvering forklifts, managing inventory, and loading/unloading goods. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Recognized for attention to safety protocols and effective communication skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Food Lion Distribution
08.2023 - Current
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.

Forklift Operator

Starplast USA
04.2019 - 08.2023
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.

Team Lead/Freight Hauler

Capstone Logistics
06.2017 - 03.2019
  • Knowledge of driving a forklift on work-sites, construction sites, factories, storage yards and warehouses.
  • Creating a pallet of different stock by reading a order form and then driving the forklift around a warehouse to find different materials.
  • Moving pallets of various sizes and varying weights from one part of a warehouse to another.
  • Operating an automated shrink-wrap machine.
  • Moving stock using Counterbalance, Double Pallet, Powered Pallet Truck
  • Inspecting a forklift for any mechanical faults and then reporting these to supervisors.
  • Awareness of all relevant Health & Safety procedures, and able to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
  • Provided feedback on correct handling of inquiries according to work policy and initiated systems change requests as appropriate.
  • Identified incorrect procedures and created workarounds that were in line with department policy and guidelines.
  • Assisted in training incoming associates
  • Expedited communication between upper level management and general personnel
  • Liaison between all impacted departments to ensure proper communications and reporting practices.
  • Clerical work which included preparing spreadsheets, and memos
  • Inbound and outbound calls were included in daily activities

Team Lead/Selector

Amazon Incorporated
10.2016 - 06.2017
  • Received incoming freight into the distribution center
  • Placed correct receiving tag in proper location on each pallet of product; Accurately select product by matching slot numbers and product descriptions
  • Stack product on pallets in accordance with proper selecting procedures
  • Unloading & unpacking shipments, inbound processing, scanning & shelving of parts, pulling orders & data entry into computerized inventory control system and inventory control
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.

Education

College Preparatory

Community High School
Chester, VA
05.2015

Skills

  • Warehouse operations
  • Problem-solving
  • Forklift operation
  • Order picking and processing
  • OSHA compliance
  • Basic math aptitude
  • Pallet stacking

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Food Lion Distribution
08.2023 - Current

Forklift Operator

Starplast USA
04.2019 - 08.2023

Team Lead/Freight Hauler

Capstone Logistics
06.2017 - 03.2019

Team Lead/Selector

Amazon Incorporated
10.2016 - 06.2017

College Preparatory

Community High School

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