Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Ryder Integrated Logistics
09.2022 - Current
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.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Rural Carrier Associate
United States Post Office
06.2021 - 08.2022
Maintained records on customers with mail forwarding and change of address requests.
Sorted mail according to order of address appearance for easy access in field.
Delivered mail and packages to customers on prescribed route while processing check submissions, money orders, and stamp purchases in field.
Signed and received mail with signature requirements upon delivery and loading.
Followed safety protocols and regulations while driving, upholding professional service reputation.
Distributed items on time and to correct locations for punctual, professional mail services.
Conducted daily maintenance and safety checks on delivery vehicles, limiting service delays and disruptions.
Wrote detailed trip reports with notable details about road conditions, weather, and obstacles encountered.
Employed GPS and other navigational tools to find shortest routes to locations.
Altered routes to accommodate changing conditions or road closures in delivery areas.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lynn Logging
03.2018 - 05.2021
Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
Operated skidder, tractor, and loader. Pulled logs to landing site, cleared landing sites.
Pulled choker cables
Wood Shop Tech
Everhart Lumber Company
06.2014 - 03.2018
Helped team meet customer service deadlines by working quickly and minimizing errors.
Operated manual, pneumatic and hydraulic shop tools to complete work.
Handmade mantles, slabs, tables, flooring and other various products.
Leveraged forklift to unload incoming freight.
Prepared materials for safe movement and shipment and used banding machine, clincher, stretch film, and crating.
Adhered to safety rules and regulations when operating saws, forklifts and other equipment.
Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
Campground Attendant
Coker Creek Village
05.2014 - 07.2014
Summer work program in school to get experience
Maintained grounds and common areas to promote pleasant camping experience.
Worked closely with management to maintain clean, safe and appealing property.
Reported maintenance concerns to management and performed repairs.
Monitored and controlled maintenance inventory and supplies.
Cut, edged and trimmed grass to maintain landscape appearance.
Spread mulch and gravel in designated areas and removed debris and dead foliage, improving appearance.