Kevin Gipson
Caruthersville
Summary
Forklift operator with 20 years of experience in equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Expertise in optimizing warehouse operations and enhancing performance efficiency. Proven ability to implement safety protocols and reduce operational downtime.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Bobcat Operator
Missouri Grain Warehouse
Portageville
11.2019 - 10.2025
- Executed bobcat operations for loading and unloading grain products, contributing to on-time delivery.
- Maintained equipment to uphold performance and safety standards, minimizing downtime..
- Partnered with team members to coordinate daily operational tasks, improving workflow.
- Organized warehouse layout to improve inventory management and accessibility.
Forklift Operator
LDC Federal Compress
Portageville
05.2015 - 11.2019
- Maneuvered materials within warehouse using forklifts to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments to ensure accurate inventory levels and support timely distribution.
- Conducted daily forklift inspections to ensure safe operation and compliance.
- Evaluated equipment regularly to ensure safe operation and compliance adherence.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods from trucks, containers, and railcars to facilitate smooth logistics operations.
- Facilitated team tasks through effective communication and collaboration. through effective communication with supervisor and staff.
Forklift Operator
Yeoman Pumps
Chicago
03.1998 - 04.2015
- Maintained forklift training and certification compliance with company policies.
- Executed product picking, sorting, staging, and scanning to uphold quality control standards.
- Verified incoming shipments for quantity, condition, labeling accuracy, and compliance with purchase order specifications.
- Utilized handheld scanners to ensure warehouse management system compliance
- Collaborated with team members on storage and transport operations, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paul Robeson
Chicago, IL06-1987
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Load calculations
- Warehouse organization
Timeline
Bobcat Operator
Missouri Grain Warehouse
11.2019 - 10.2025
Forklift Operator
LDC Federal Compress
05.2015 - 11.2019
Forklift Operator
Yeoman Pumps
03.1998 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Paul Robeson