Louis Williams
Team Air
Acworth,GA
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Experienced Forklift Operator and industrial material handler with 14 years of experience operating multiple types of forklifts and material- handling equipment in warehouse and industrial environments.Skilled in the safe handling, movement, loading, and storage of materials, including experience working in chemical and paint manufacturing facilities. Has a strong understanding of workplace safety, production procedures, inventory movement, equipment operation, as well as adhere to 0SHA guidelines. Dependable, safety-focused, and able to work effectively in fast-paced industrial environments while maintaining productivity and attention to detail.
Work History
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
10 Months- Conducted routine cycle counts and inspected incoming stock for damages or defects.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment by removing trash, stack pallets, remove damaged pallets, and i kept a organized work environment by implementing effective labeling, categorization, and inventory placement.
- Operated handheld modules to efficiently pick and process orders, optimizing workflow and contributing to operational efficiency.
- Operated forklifts safely to load, unload, and stage HVAC inventory daily.
- Managed heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and stood for long shifts in temperature-variable environments.
- Identified and resolved mismatched item counts between physical stock and delivery manifests.
- Inspected inbound freight for structural damage, documented defects, and processed return paperwork.
Forklift Operator
5 Months- Operated deep reach trucks, stand-up/sit-down forklifts, and order pickers safely to load, unload, and stack palletized freight.
- I conducted mandatory daily pre-operation vehicle inspections, identifying and reporting defects to eliminate workplace hazards and maintain zero-incident safety records.
- Utilized RF scanners to scan product barcodes, verify shipping documents, print labels, and enter real-time data into Warehouse Management Systems, which includes having the options to do certain jobs such as cutaway, replenishment, and picking.
- Executed routine cycle counts and audited incoming shipments to ensure product rotation integrity and strict compliance with FDA and SQFI guidelines.
- Collaborated with shipping and receiving teams to streamline trailer loading processes, ensuring damage-free transport and on-time distribution.
- Conducted rigorous pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections on deep reach trucks, documenting battery levels, hydraulic functions, and braking systems.
- Wrapped, strapped, and stabilized irregular or heavy pallet loads to prevent shifting, damage, and product spills during transit.
Forklift Operator
9 Months- Operated forklifts and other machinery to efficiently transport and handle materials within the warehouse.
- Relocated pallets and organized inventory to optimize warehouse space and improve workflow.
- Labeled and sorted incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accurate and timely processing.
- Enter customer shipment and billing data into the computer and print bills of lading.
- Receives copies of freight claims from warehouse workers, verifies information against shipping documents, files copies and routes to relevant departments.
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
3 Years 4 Months- Conducted safety protocol workshops and trainings, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Operated forklifts and electric pallet jacks to efficiently transfer raw chemicals and finished products, while ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Secure and wrap pallet loads using shrink wrap to prevent shifting or damage during transit.
- Processed daily shipping and receiving orders accurately using RF scanners and warehouse software.
- Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments from trucks, trailers, or cargo vessels.
LPP Filler Operator
11 Months- Operated LPP production equipment including automated pail filling systems, scales, load cells, mixers, filling pumps, and filling machines to accurately fill finished paint batches.
- Managed inventory and labeling by packaging finished goods into correct containers per customer-specific requirements and printing precise container labels.
- Some of the containers I filled with automotive paint that each batch ticket required for specific customers were 1-5 gallon pails, 55 gallon drums, 250 gallon totes and 330 gallon Intermediate bulk containers.
- Ensured quality control standards by actively identifying off-quality products during processing and initiating correct troubleshooting procedures.
- Maintained safety and housekeeping compliance by safely operating a forklift, performing routine equipment maintenance, and properly labeling and transporting hazardous waste to the 90-day storage area.
- Safely managed and transferred high-volume volatile organic compounds, bulk resins, and industrial solventsin compliance with OSHA HAZMAT standards.
- I Maintained a zero incident safety record by strictly adhering to PPE guidelines for air purifying respirators, chemical suits and executing proper spill-containment procedures for flammable solvents.
- Actively participated in daily safety stand-ups and monthly site safety meetings, collaborating with cross-functional plant teams to identify floor hazards and reduce workplace risks.
- Completed recurring drills for hazardous chemical spill containment and localized fire response, ensuring constant emergency readiness in a high-volume LPP environment.
Education
Business Administration
Occupational Safety Management
High School Diploma - General Education
Skills
Forklift Operator: Walkie Rider
Stand-Up Reach
Stand-Up Deep Reach
Slip-Sheet
Sit-Down Double and Single/Propane and Electric
Electric walkie rider
Machinery Protocols
OSHA Guidelines
Hazard Materials
Certification
- DGR Hazmat Certified
- Feb 2022-Feb 2027
Timeline
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Team Air
04.2025 - 02.2026Read More
Forklift Operator
Kenco Logistics
11.2023 - 04.2024Read More
Forklift Operator
Inalfa Roof Systems
01.2023 - 10.2023Read More
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
PPG Industries
05.2019 - 09.2022Read More
LPP Filler Operator
NB Coatings
02.2018 - 01.2019Read More
Merrillville High School
High School Diploma from General Education
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Indiana State University
Occupational Safety Management
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Ivy Tech Community College
Business Administration
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