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Lance LEWIS

Greenwood,Indiana

Summary

Experienced Forklift Truck Driver with over 20 years of expertise in operating various types of forklifts in warehouse and industrial settings. Skilled in safely maneuvering and transporting materials, loading and unloading trucks, and maintaining accurate inventory records. Proficient in following safety protocols and ensuring compliance with workplace regulations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Westrock(Smurfit Kappa)
Indianapolis, IN
01.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
  • Maintained inventory records, including tracking incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
  • Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
  • Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities such as seminars or trainings.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
  • Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.

Dockworker, Boxtruck City Driver

Yellow Freight(YRC)
Indianapolis, IN
08.2003 - 07.2023
  • Managed hazardous materials in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Operated material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or hand trucks safely and efficiently.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
  • Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Central State University
Wilberforce, OH

Skills

  • Delivery Tracking
  • Forklift Operation
  • Material Handling
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Dock Operations
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Problem-Solving

Affiliations

  • Workout to maintain physical fittness.

Timeline

Material Handler

Westrock(Smurfit Kappa)
01.2024 - Current

Dockworker, Boxtruck City Driver

Yellow Freight(YRC)
08.2003 - 07.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Central State University
Lance LEWIS