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Lorenzo Garcia

Chicago,IL

Summary

Qualified Warehouse Forklift Operator with 7 years moving goods between loading docks and storage areas. Expert at receiving shipments, preparing goods for shipping and organizing warehouses. Dedicated to quickly and carefully handling loads to complete tasks safely and on time. Clean safety record and excellent attendance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Old World Industries
Bolingbrook, IL
03.2018 - 08.2023
  • Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
  • Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
  • Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
  • Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
  • Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
  • Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
  • Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment.
  • Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas.
  • Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
  • Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse.
  • Inspected material handling equipment for defects prior to use.
  • Cleaned up spills or debris in work areas immediately following an incident.
  • Provided assistance in training new employees on proper operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment.
  • Reported any issues or discrepancies regarding product quantity or quality to supervisors immediately.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
  • Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
  • Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
  • Located, pulled and prepared orders.
  • Organized warehouse and arranged items following procedures and safety rules.
  • Stored material by moving to appropriate area in warehouse.
  • Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items.
  • Staged goods in loading dock area.
  • Received, inspected and stocked incoming shipments.

Forklift Operator

Berkshire
Chicago, IL
02.2017 - 03.2018
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kelly High School
Chicago, IL
06-2006

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Old World Industries
03.2018 - 08.2023

Forklift Operator

Berkshire
02.2017 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Kelly High School
Lorenzo Garcia