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Kendall Smith

Warehouse Forklift Operator, Professional Mover
Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Platinum Moving & Storage, excelling in team collaboration and problem-solving. Proven track record in safely operating forklifts and managing logistics, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction. Recognized for implementing safety protocols and maintaining high standards in warehouse organization.


Professional caregiver with solid experience providing compassionate and efficient in-home support. Skilled in medication management, personal care, and patient mobility, ensuring optimal comfort and safety. Strong collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently reliable in delivering high-quality care.


Diligent forklift operator with solid background in warehouse operations and forklift handling. Proven track record of efficiently managing inventory and ensuring safe material handling. Proficient in maintaining organized storage areas and adhering to safety protocols.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Mover

Platinum Moving & Storage
03.2017 - Current
  • Coordinated loading and unloading of furniture and belongings, ensuring safe transport and delivery.
  • Assisted team members in disassembling and reassembling furniture, maintaining efficiency during moves.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize injury risks while handling heavy items.
  • Managed inventory of moving supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
  • Coordinated logistics for efficient loading and unloading of household goods.
  • Trained new staff on safety protocols and best practices in moving operations.
  • Managed inventory control to ensure accurate tracking of client belongings.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance team productivity during moves.
  • Oversaw workflow for residential and commercial relocations, ensuring timely completion of projects.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients through effective communication and service delivery.
  • Resolved on-site challenges promptly to minimize disruption during moving operations.
  • Mentored junior movers, fostering skill development and teamwork within the crew.
  • Ensured timely completion of moving projects by effectively managing time and resources.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to [Number] lbs.
  • Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills, collaborating with fellow movers to complete tasks quickly and accurately.
  • Contributed to positive company reputation by providing exceptional customer service at all times.
  • Consistently met deadlines for moving projects by working efficiently under pressure without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
  • Negotiated challenging obstacles like narrow hallways or staircases with large furniture pieces while minimizing property damage risks.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers, addressing any concerns or special requests to ensure a smooth moving experience.
  • Adapted to changing client needs or requests during moves, ensuring a seamless experience that met expectations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently packing, loading, and unloading belongings with care and precision.
  • Assisted in the disassembly and reassembly of furniture, ensuring all items were properly protected during transport.
  • Managed inventory of packing supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels to accommodate various project sizes.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a high level of safety for both clients'' possessions and team members through proper lifting techniques and equipment usage.
  • Displayed strong attention to detail when handling fragile items, ensuring they arrived at their destination undamaged.
  • Operated moving vehicles safely and responsibly, adhering to all traffic laws while navigating various routes as needed.
  • Utilized advanced problem-solving skills to overcome unforeseen challenges during moves, such as tight spaces or difficult-to-move items.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with office staff, providing updates on job progress and problem-solving to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained a clean work environment, disposing of waste materials responsibly after each move.
  • Collected over $[Amount] in customer payments daily and kept detailed documentation.
  • Completed over [Number] jobs by loading boxes and large items, unloading trucks, and cleaning job sites.
  • Oversaw as many as [Number] teams at time with more than [Number] total personnel.
  • Wrote detailed checklists to streamline job site walkthroughs and maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted pre-move assessments to accurately estimate labor requirements and necessary resources for each job.
  • Continuously sought opportunities for professional development, attending industry conferences and training seminars to stay current on best practices in the moving industry.
  • Worked closely with sales team members to address client inquiries and provide accurate estimates for potential jobs.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions.
  • Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and [Action].
  • Packed boxes by filling voids and arranging items to fit appropriately based on size, dimensions, and weight.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
  • Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor for resolution.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Cleaned and maintained truck and other equipment to maintain optimum working condition.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and reassembling tables.
  • Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.

Home Health Aide

Star Home Health Care Llc
12.2024 - 09.2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance mental well-being.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient living spaces for safety.

Home Health Aide

EXCEPTION HEARTS HOME CARE ANGENCY LLC
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Provided compassionate personal care, assisting clients with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
  • Monitored client health by recording vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to each client's specific needs and preferences.
  • Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety during transfers and promoting independence in daily tasks.

Driver, Warehouse Orders

Active Radiator
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Operated delivery vehicles to transport warehouse orders efficiently and safely.
  • Coordinated loading and unloading processes to ensure timely order fulfillment.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records through systematic checks and updates.
  • Trained new drivers on safety protocols and best practices in warehouse operations.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environments.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean work area.
  • Executed inventory management tasks, including loading and unloading goods accurately.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve operational efficiency.
  • Conducted regular equipment inspections to identify maintenance needs and prevent downtime.
  • Implemented best practices for stacking and storing products to maximize space utilization.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.

Education

CDL CLASS A FORK LIFT CERTIFICATION - CDL CLASS A

ALL STATE CAREERS
Exton, PA
06-2010

GED -

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL
Philadelphia, PA
05-2008

Skills

  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Physical fitness
  • Strong communication skills
  • Forklift operation
  • Warehouse organization
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Problem-solving
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy lifting
  • Materials handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Loading dock procedures
  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Safety protocols
  • Shipment receiving
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Attention to detail
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Data entry
  • Quality control
  • Record keeping
  • Basic math
  • Load balancing
  • Safe lifting techniques
  • High rack storage
  • Pallet consolidation
  • Inventory transport
  • Safe forklift operation
  • Pallet building
  • OSHA training
  • Barcode scanning
  • Team player
  • Loading dock staging
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Warehouse operations
  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Dressing assistance
  • Light housekeeping
  • Mobility support
  • Behavioral support
  • Patient transportation
  • Home safety assessments
  • Patient transport
  • Emotional support
  • Safety procedures
  • Transportation assistance
  • Exercise program support
  • Toileting assistance

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Star Home Health Care Llc
12.2024 - 09.2025

Home Health Aide

EXCEPTION HEARTS HOME CARE ANGENCY LLC
02.2023 - 12.2024

Mover

Platinum Moving & Storage
03.2017 - Current

Driver, Warehouse Orders

Active Radiator
01.2012 - 01.2015

CDL CLASS A FORK LIFT CERTIFICATION - CDL CLASS A

ALL STATE CAREERS

GED -

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL
Kendall SmithWarehouse Forklift Operator, Professional Mover