Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Pinnacle Sales Group
01.2022 - Current
Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
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.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
Used equipment such as [Type] and [Type] to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Forklift Operator
Hutting Building Products Inc
02.2020 - 12.2021
Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
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.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Forklift Operator
StraussGroup
01.2018 - 12.2020
Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.s
Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
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.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dra Maria Socorro Lacott
Maunabo Puerto Rico
05.2014
Skills
Forklift Operation
Forklift Operator Certification
Loading and unloading
Shipping and receiving
Warehouse Operations
Material Handling
Order Picking
Order picking and processing
Palletizing
General laborer
Teamwork and Collaboration
Material packaging
Shipping and receiving expert
OSHA Compliance
Storage and Organization
OSHA Workplace Safety
Shipment Processing
stand-up , sit down , cherry-picking, pallet truck
General Manager / Executive Manager at Feddon Automotive Group – Valley Chevrolet, GMC, CDJR, MitsubishiGeneral Manager / Executive Manager at Feddon Automotive Group – Valley Chevrolet, GMC, CDJR, Mitsubishi