Mark Austin
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Talented professional with several years in warehouse environments and forklift Operator experience. Successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills. Efficient Forklift Operator known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, safety compliance, and equipment maintenance. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth workflow and safe operations in fast-paced environments. Organized professional experienced in safely moving materials in high-volume warehouse environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management as well as shipping and receiving procedures. Ambitious and hardworking with drive to deliver top-quality results.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Dometic
Grand Prairie, Texas
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- 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.
- 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.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
Stocker
Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods
Cedar Hill, Texas
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Received and processed incoming shipments of merchandise.
- Recorded quantity, type and value of materials or items received.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual systems and and or computerized databases.
- Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
- Verified pricing accuracy on shelves against invoices from vendors.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous material or dangerous goods.
- Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Sorted returned merchandise for restocking or disposal.
- Participated in physical inventories of stock on hand periodically.
Forklift Operator
Estes Express
Dallas, TX
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
Truck Driver
NuCo2
Dallas, Texas
05.2011 - 04.2014
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
- Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
- Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
Forklift Operator
Coco-Cola
Dallas, TX
03.1981 - 05.2011
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- 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.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
Education
Associate of Science -
Mountain View College
Dallas, TX05-1979
High School Diploma -
South Oak Cliff High School
Dallas, TX05-1978
Skills
- Documentation
- Production Reporting
- Palletizing
- OSHA Compliance
- Forklift Operation
- Punctual and Reliable
- Shipment Processing
- Stock allocation
- Inventory staging
- Inventory reporting
- Dock Operations
- Production Assistance
- Stock Rotation
- Order Receiving
- Heavy Lifting
- Supply Restocking
- Friendly and Personable
- Performance Improvement
- Safe Lifting Procedures
- Merchandise Stocking
- Product Labeling
- Customer Service
- Production Scheduling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Dometic
07.2024 - Current
Stocker
Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods
04.2024 - 09.2024
Forklift Operator
Estes Express
04.2024 - 07.2024
Truck Driver
NuCo2
05.2011 - 04.2014
Forklift Operator
Coco-Cola
03.1981 - 05.2011
Associate of Science -
Mountain View College
High School Diploma -
South Oak Cliff High School
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