Kirk Cockerton
McCallsburg
Summary
Highly skilled Forklift Operator with background in warehouse operations, inventory management, and safety compliance. Strong ability to operate heavy machinery while prioritizing efficiency and adhering to safety protocols. Demonstrated leadership skills with focus on team collaboration and process improvements. Proven track record of contributing to company goals through diligent work ethic and adaptability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator/Production Worker
Express Employment
Ames
10.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across the warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment to ensure safe operation
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Stacked pallets in designated areas to optimize storage space within the facility.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote a safe environment.
Temp Worker
People ready
Newton
10.2022 - 10.2025
- I work a variety of temp jobs always putting an emphasis on safety first.
- Operated equipment safely and followed all safety protocols at job sites.
Lawn Care
Self Employed
Newton
05.2022 - 10.2025
- I mow and maintain 8 lawns.
- I am reliable and always put the customer first.
- Provided guidance on proper lawn care techniques to customers.
- Coordinated maintenance activities such as lawn care, snow removal, painting.
- Established protocols for storage and disposal of hazardous materials used in lawn care activities.
Production
Jeld Wen
12.2019 - 03.2020
- I ran a CNC saw to cut vinyl sash.
- Followed work orders.
- Monitored quality control measures throughout the production cycle.
Material Handler
Vermeer
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Distributed parts from different processes to supermarket shelving all around plant.
- Operated fork lift to move products in warehouse to maintain inventory.
- Maintained an organized inventory system for efficient material tracking.
- Monitored stock levels and reported shortages to management promptly.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of work areas throughout the facility.
Education
Associates - Liberal Arts
DMACC
Newton, IASkills
- Fork Lift
- Production
- Welding
- Warehouse
- Lawn care
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Material distribution
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Dependability
- Warehouse support
- Pallet stacking
- Flatbeds and utility beds
- Palletizing
- Order picking and processing
- Product staging
- Order picking
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Forklift Operator/Production Worker
Express Employment
10.2025 - Current
Temp Worker
People ready
10.2022 - 10.2025
Lawn Care
Self Employed
05.2022 - 10.2025
Production
Jeld Wen
12.2019 - 03.2020
Material Handler
Vermeer
11.2018 - 10.2019
Associates - Liberal Arts
DMACC