Open To Work
Kristopher Helm
Sanderson
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated forklift operator with expertise in warehouse safety, time management, and problem-solving. Proven track record of optimizing efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
American Bath Group
Jacksonville
11.2023 - Current
- Operated forklift to transport materials within production facility.
- Loaded and unloaded products from trucks and storage areas.
- Conducted regular safety checks on forklift equipment and systems.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Trained new operators on safe forklift practices and procedures to promote safety compliance.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Transported freight between storage areas and loading docks., stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Maintained precise records of daily inventory movements to ensure accurate tracking. of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
Facility Maintenance Worker
Jefferson Southern Corporation
Rockmart
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Conducted repairs on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of work areas and storage facilities to promote safety and efficiency.
- Fixed structural defects such as cracks in walls or ceilings using plaster or cement mix.
- Tracked inventory levels of maintenance supplies and equipment to maintain readiness for repairs and projects.
- Performed routine inspections of facility systems and equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and storage facilities.
- Cleaned and maintained all equipment used in facility maintenance operations.
- Checked and adjusted HVAC system components for optimal performance. thermostats, humidistats, and pressure switches to ensure proper functioning of HVAC systems.
- Painted interior and exterior surfaces of buildings using brushes or sprayers.
- Collaborated with contractors on major repairs to ensure timely completion and adherence to project specifications.
- Coordinated with contractors hired for major repairs to ensure work is completed within specified time frames.
- Responded quickly to emergency repair requests from tenants or visitors at the facility.
- Maintained records of preventive maintenance procedures performed on machines and equipment.
- Replaced air filters for air conditioning units regularly according to schedule.
- Operated power tools such as drills and saws to perform necessary repairs.
- Installed new plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, tubs, valves.
- Performed regular tests on backup generators to ensure they would be ready for use in an emergency situation.
- Conducted routine checks of fire alarm system components to ensure they are working properly.
- Inspected buildings' structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations.
- Assisted in the installation of new mechanical systems including heating and cooling units and pumps.
- Adjusted control mechanisms such as valves, regulators to make sure they are operating correctly.
- Monitored water levels in tanks for boilers and cooling towers daily to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Recorded facilities work in official logs and meticulously tracked and followed recommended maintenance schedules to keep the company operating smoothly and meeting customer needs.
- Trained company teams to recognize and report serious or dangerous mechanical and electrical problems immediately and to perform basic maintenance without need for mechanic.
- Rebuilt machinery per manufacturers' designs and retrofitted and upgraded machinery per in-house design to improve equipment reliability or performance and optimize production.
- Managed replacement parts inventory using electronic tracking system to pinpoint current parts levels, flag shortages and initiate reordering promptly to avoid production interruptions.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issues.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Mechanical Technician
Lindsey Automotive and Truck Repair
Silver Creek
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Diagnosed mechanical issues, ensuring timely repairs and minimizing equipment downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Performed preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and machinery.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles and heavy trucks.
- Inspected and tested machinery, equipment and component parts to identify defects, diagnose malfunctions and facilitate repairs.
- Conducted inspections, verifying compliance with safety standards and enhancing workplace safety.
- Conducted routine lubrication of moving parts according to safety protocols.
- Replaced worn or defective parts with new ones.
- Operated pressure pumps, air electrical equipment and mechanical equipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical systems, facilitating efficient resolutions to complex problems.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex projects efficiently.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians during repairs.
- Installed, fit, cleaned and repaired valves, caps, hoses, pumps and gaskets.
- Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired engineering equipment.
- Assembled, integrated and repaired equipment or systems in accordance with appropriate standards and procedures.
- Reviewed customer feedback for improving service standards and quality control.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
- Organized spare parts inventory to facilitate quick access during repairs or replacements.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts to improve efficiency and productivity of maintenance technicians.
- Analyzed data from test runs to identify potential malfunctions in advance.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize production processes.
- Monitored performance parameters to ensure optimal operation of machinery.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing operations to verify performance specifications.
- Validated mechanical systems, solved problems identified, and assisted in equipment startups.
- Interpreted engineering sketches, specifications or drawings.
- Devised, fabricated or assembled new or modified mechanical components for products.
- Estimated costs and time required for assembly and installation of equipment. labor and material for parts and costs for assembly, testing, or installation.
- Developed detailed reports on operational issues and recommended corrective actions.
- Assisted in the installation of new machines and equipment.
- Prepared equipment inspection schedules, work plans or other records.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Performed thorough cleaning of workspaces to maintain safety standards., repaired and installed tank gaskets and internal and external valves.
- Followed safety regulations while working with hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Researched technical manuals for troubleshooting guidance.
- Utilized highly-accurate measuring instruments to align machinery in new installations and replacement.
- Validated mechanical systems, solved problems identified, and assisted in equipment startups.
- Interpreted engineering sketches, specifications or drawings.
- Devised, fabricated or assembled new or modified mechanical components for products.
Education
Associates - Auto Collision Repair With Custom Paint
Ohio Technical College
Cleveland, OH12-2011
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Documentation
- Order picking
- Warehouse picking
- Shipment processing
- Pallet stacking
- Staging and sorting
- Material packaging
- Production workflow
- Production reporting
- Manufacturing procedures
- Work planning
- Downstacking management
- Equipment inspections
- Stock rotation
- Barcode scanning
- OSHA compliance
- Safety compliance
- Warehouse safety
- Critical thinking
- Optimizing efficiency
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Assembly line experience
- Hand-eye coordination
- Heavy lifting
- Workplace cleanliness
- Team collaboration
- Production Assistance
- Product inspection
- Barcode scanning
- OSHA compliance
- Materials handling
- Production Assistance
- Product inspection
Timeline
Forklift Operator
American Bath Group
11.2023 - Current
Facility Maintenance Worker
Jefferson Southern Corporation
02.2018 - 01.2020
Mechanical Technician
Lindsey Automotive and Truck Repair
01.2011 - 01.2017
Associates - Auto Collision Repair With Custom Paint
Ohio Technical College