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Keith Reed

Dallas

Summary

Forklift Operator with extensive experience in high-volume warehouse operations, specializing in safe material handling and efficient inventory management. Proficient in shipping and receiving procedures, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. Demonstrated ability to operate various classes of forklifts and heavy equipment, consistently achieving top-quality results. Strong problem-solving skills combined with a commitment to ethics and relationship-building enhance team collaboration and operational efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Martin Brower
Roanoke
05.2024 - 06.2025
  • Facilitated loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers, and railcars using forklift.
  • Inspected loads to ensure proper weight distribution and stability prior to lifting.
  • Enforced safety protocols during forklift operations to minimize accident risks.
  • Verified incoming order accuracy against packing slips before loading onto transport vehicles.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Cleaned and organized the freezer on a regular basis.
  • Loaded pallets with frozen products ready for shipment or storage.

Order Picker

Metro Staffing Services
Arlington
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Verified accuracy of orders by comparing items and quantities picked to customer invoices.
  • Utilized scanning equipment for picking, packing and shipping orders.
  • Assembled boxes or other containers and packed items carefully to ensure safe shipment.
  • Organized warehouse shelves according to item size, type, style, color or product code.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers safely to move merchandise throughout the facility.

Lead Forklift Operator

AAA Cooper Transportation
Grand Prairie
12.2020 - 12.2023
  • Recorded count and condition of cargo received.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Squared stacked displayed materials for safe and orderly conditions.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Contributed ideas for improving workflow processes within the warehouse environment.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections on all equipment and reported any issues to management.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Coordinated with other employees to ensure efficient operations.
  • Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Organized supplies, tools, and parts in an orderly fashion throughout the workplace.
  • Operated forklift to move and store inventory in warehouse.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Petmate
Lancaster
10.2018 - 12.2020
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
  • Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
  • Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
  • Provided assistance in training new employees on proper operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Forklift Operator

Roadrunner Freight
Grand Prairie
01.2014 - 10.2018
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
  • Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Talenti Ice Cream
Dallas
05.2010 - 01.2014
  • Operated stand-up forklift to move merchandise and materials in warehouse.
  • Assisted in unloading and stocking frozen goods into the freezer.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of all items in the freezer.
  • Monitored temperature levels to ensure products were kept at optimal levels for safety standards.
  • Inspected product quality and expiration dates to ensure freshness of food items.

Education

GED -

Paul Quinn College
Dallas, TX
05-2005

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving
  • Loading and unloading
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Inventory management
  • Production scheduling
  • Forklift operation
  • Order picking

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Martin Brower
05.2024 - 06.2025

Order Picker

Metro Staffing Services
12.2023 - 02.2024

Lead Forklift Operator

AAA Cooper Transportation
12.2020 - 12.2023

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Petmate
10.2018 - 12.2020

Forklift Operator

Roadrunner Freight
01.2014 - 10.2018

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Talenti Ice Cream
05.2010 - 01.2014

GED -

Paul Quinn College

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