Michael Chasteen
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Proven Forklift Operator with a track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety at Welch Packaging. Skilled in forklift operation and certified, adept at material handling and maintaining warehouse operations to the highest standards. A team player known for punctuality and reliability, significantly reducing accidents and improving storage solutions. 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. 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.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Welch Packaging
Lebanon, OH
05.2022 - 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.
- Upheld company policies on workplace safety and health standards while executing daily job responsibilities.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks safely using forklifts, minimizing damage to products during transportation.
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
Forklift Operator
Midwest Container Corporation
Hamilton, OH
05.2018 - 06.2022
- 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.
- 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.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Education
No Degree -
Canby High School
Canby, ORSkills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team Player
- Material Handling
- Safety awareness
- Warehouse Safety
- Warehouse Operations
- Order Picking
- Safe driver
- Punctual and Reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials Handling
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Welch Packaging
05.2022 - Current
Forklift Operator
Midwest Container Corporation
05.2018 - 06.2022
No Degree -
Canby High School