Matthew Katona
Tobyhanna,PA
Summary
I am a 32 year old man
hard working
dependable and eager to work
experienced in forklift operator
clamp operator and order picker operator
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Order Picker
America Tires Distrabuters
Blakeslee, PA
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Detail-oriented Order Picker with experience working in various large warehouse environments. Seeking similar role where outstanding packing skills and strong commitment to safety will be valued.
- Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes and prepared shipments.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
Clamp Operator
N.F.I.
Tobyhanna, PA
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Operated clamp forklift by positioning levers, controls and hoists to store and remove materials.
- Positioned clamps around pallets, skids and boxes to minimize movement and secure loads.
- Assisted team members during downtime to showcase initiative and increase warehouse productivity.
- Assisted receiving leader with shipments, unloading and loading material using [Equipment].
- Verified labels and correctly affixed tags to pallets to expedite deliveries and avoid mix-ups.
- Employed clamp forklift to load and unload pallets and boxes faster, safer and easier.
- Complied with OSHA standards and safety practices to reduce risk of falling loads, improve safety and prevent damages.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
Forklift Operator
Neovia Logistics
Tannersville, PA
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Updated [Software] tracking systems to document movements and determine proper area for storage.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
Forklift Operator
Hayward Laboratories
East Stroudsburg, PA
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Updated [Software] tracking systems to document movements and determine proper area for storage.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hazleton High School
Hazleton, PA06.2009
Skills
- Workload Priorities
- RF Scanning Devices
- Pick Lists
- Overhead Cranes
- Labeling and Boxing
- Cherry Picker Operations
- Order Picking and Processing
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Stockroom Maintenance
- Product Signage and Labeling
- Materials Movement
- Hand Truck Operation
Timeline
Order Picker
America Tires Distrabuters
06.2021 - 11.2022
Clamp Operator
N.F.I.
06.2021 - 11.2021
Forklift Operator
Neovia Logistics
06.2019 - 06.2021
Forklift Operator
Hayward Laboratories
06.2017 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Hazleton High School
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