Jermaine Gourdine
Camden,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Forklift Operator with extensive experience at EMR Recycling, excelling in order picking and freight handling. Proven track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency through effective teamwork and adherence to OSHA safety standards. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and committed to maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dock Forklift Driver/Jockey Driver
Gloucester Terminal/ Holt Logistics
12.2023 - 03.2026
- Loaded outbound shipments securely onto transport vehicles following established guidelines.
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment by verifying product quantities against invoices before loading onto trucks.
- Supported warehouse operations by performing general labor tasks such as sweeping floors, cleaning equipment, and organizing storage areas.
- Streamlined cargo handling processes by effectively prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Forklift Operator/Telehandler Operator/Front End Loader Operator
EMR Recycling
06.2020 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Camden High
Camden, NJ06-2003
Skills
- Order picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Workplace cleanliness
- Load planning
- Adherence to regulations
- Hazardous materials handling
- Freight handling
- Warehouse navigation
- Dock safety procedures
- Loading and unloading cargo
- Pallet stacking
- Safe driver
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Warehouse safety
- Safety awareness
- OSHA workplace safety
- Heavy equipment operation
- Inventory staging
- Heavy lifting
- Forklift operator certification
- Documentation
- Storage and organization
Timeline
Dock Forklift Driver/Jockey Driver
Gloucester Terminal/ Holt Logistics
12.2023 - 03.2026
Forklift Operator/Telehandler Operator/Front End Loader Operator
EMR Recycling
06.2020 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Camden High