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Kenneth Roberts

Joliet,IL

Summary

Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. 5 years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Home Depot
Joliet, IL
08.2020 - 02.2021
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Forklift Operator

Trader Joe's
Minooka, IL
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.

Production Hand

Van Zyverden Inc
Meridian, MS
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.

Forklift Operator

DHL
Columbus, OH
03.2017 - 09.2018

Loss Prevention Officer

Eddie Bauer
Columbus, OH
01.2016 - 02.2017
  • Attentively monitored store and surrounding areas for signs of attempted theft by customers or personnel, intervening when necessary.
  • Calmly and efficiently addressed emergency situations such as safety hazards and threats to life or property, deescalating when possible and directing shoppers to safety.
  • Upheld strict security and safety procedures to protect business from financial losses due to theft or careless mismanagement.
  • Generated comprehensive reports documenting evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise.

Education

Certificate -

Larry Barber College
Joliet, IL
07.2022

High School Diploma -

Sumter County High
York, AL
05.2009

Skills

  • Safety Best Practices
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Safety Violations
  • Capital and Resource Allocation
  • Recommendations for Action
  • Inbound Calls
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Attentive and Observant
  • Intruder Response and Removal

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Home Depot
08.2020 - 02.2021

Forklift Operator

Trader Joe's
01.2020 - 08.2020

Production Hand

Van Zyverden Inc
12.2019 - 03.2020

Forklift Operator

DHL
03.2017 - 09.2018

Loss Prevention Officer

Eddie Bauer
01.2016 - 02.2017

Certificate -

Larry Barber College

High School Diploma -

Sumter County High
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