Michael Lewis
Dr. Pepper Snapple
Cedar Hill,TX
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Professional operator with 15+ years experience in material handling and warehouse operations. Skilled in safely maneuvering forklifts, managing inventory, and loading/unloading goods. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Recognized for attention to safety protocols and effective communication skills.
Work History
Forklift Operator
10 Years 7 Months- Operated sit-down forklift to load and unload beverage pallets safely and efficiently.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Inspected equipment before use and reported mechanical issues to maintain safe operations.
- 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.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
Material Handler
2 Years 9 Months- Loaded, unloaded, and moved materials using pallet jacks, carts, and forklifts.
- Verified incoming shipments against packing slips and purchase orders for accuracy.
- Staged inventory for storage, picking, and outbound delivery.
- Applied labeling and barcode scans to track stock locations and shipment status.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas to support safe material flow.
- Inspected products for damage and reported discrepancies to supervisors.
- Followed warehouse safety procedures when handling heavy or hazardous materials.
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
1 Year 8 Months- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move pallets, inventory, and inbound freight safely.
- Streamlined staging and replenishment processes to improve dock flow and space utilization.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
- Honor Roll '98-'01
- 3.6 GPA
Skills
Forklift Operation
Inventory Management
Safety Protocols
Team Training
Warehouse Logistics
Maintenance Checks
Loading Dock Management
Efficiency Improvement
Accomplishments
- Reduced warehouse errors by implementing a new software
- Increased operational efficiency through process redesign
- Trained 5 new employees on proper forklift operation and safety.
Certification
- 15+ years of forklift operation (sit down, stand up, clamp, and EPJ
- Forklift Safety Training
- RF scanner
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Dr. Pepper Snapple
03.2016 - CurrentRead More
Material Handler
Home Depot RDC 5023
06.2013 - 03.2016Read More
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
UTi Integrated Logistics
10.2011 - 06.2013Read More
Flint Southwestern Academy
Diploma from General Studies
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