Matthew Hanley
Feasterville,PA
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in a wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities. A talented farm hand that is eager to learn and develop crops and memories for the community. Excellence in maintaining daily function of the farm and providing assistance to whom may benefit from it.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Cargill
Wyalusing, Pa
03.2024 - 11.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within facility efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks using pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Inspected equipment before use to ensure safe operation and compliance.
- Maintained clean, organized work area to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations effectively.
- Followed safety protocols during material handling to minimize workplace hazards.
- Tracked incoming and outgoing shipments to assist in inventory management.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding equipment issues or supply shortages.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification according to company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Used RF scanner technology to ensure accurate inventory levels while moving stock.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
Farm Hand
Styers Orchard
Langhorne, Pennsylvania
05.2020 - 02.2024
- Operated various farming equipment for planting and harvesting tasks.
- Assisted in maintaining orchard cleanliness and organization of tools.
- Monitored crop health and reported issues to the farm manager.
- Coordinated with team to streamline workflow during peak seasons.
- Oversaw irrigation systems, ensuring effective water distribution across fields.
- Participated in seasonal fruit picking, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper equipment use.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
- Conducted regular field inspections to detect pests or diseases threatening crop health.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Prepared soil for planting, employing tillage, and fertilization techniques.
- Supported the farm stand or market, preparing and selling produce directly to consumers.
- Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
- Harvested crops manually and with machinery, minimizing loss and damage.
- Coordinated with farm management to plan and adjust tasks based on weather conditions and crop needs.
- Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
Education
Class A Cdl - Driving School
Roadmaster
Bethlehem , Pa 03.2022 - 04.2022
Council Rock South
Holland, PASkills
- Forklift operation
- Equipment inspection
- Load securing
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Safety awareness
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Inventory control
- Warehouse management systems
- Inventory optimization
- Operational efficiency
- Process management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Storage and organization
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Cargill
03.2024 - 11.2025
Class A Cdl - Driving School
Roadmaster
03.2022 - 04.2022
Farm Hand
Styers Orchard
05.2020 - 02.2024
Council Rock South