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Michael Smith

Concord,NC

Summary

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. Vigilant Forklift Operator familiar with operations and maintenance, committed to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Pursuing a role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

FORKLIFT DISPOSAL OPERATOR

PRIME BEVERAGE GROUP
11.2023 - 08.2025
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

Saia LTL Freight
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Unloading / loading freight
  • Forklift operation
  • Material handler

Freight Handler /Forklift Operator

Fed Ex Freight
06.2019 - 12.2021
  • 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.
  • Used equipment such as forklift and attachments to move materials and build decking.
  • Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety as well as job site safety.
  • Ensured timely response in building and packing of orders.
  • Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
  • Kept work site safe and clean.

Foreman

Russin Lumber Corporation
06.2015 - 11.2018
  • Reviewed project details to ensure that the correct materials were packed and brought to job sites.
  • Safely operated forklifts.
  • Read work orders to prepare as well as create work orders.
  • Met production goals by maintaining cost effective levels of spare parts inventory.
  • Managed a team of 5 personnel focused on building, inspecting and safely handling orders.
  • Ensured timely response in building and packing of orders.
  • Kept work site safe and clean.
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis.
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.

Janitorial Cleaner

Lcs Companies
08.2013 - 04.2014
  • Projected friendly and positive image in interaction with employees and guests and built trusting and supportive relationships with other team members.
  • Performed wide range of manual and machine cleaning to achieve sparkling floors and surfaces.
  • Adhered to company policies to complete timely and cost-effective cleaning tasks.
  • Promoted site safety by ensuring proper handling of equipment, chemicals and material.
  • Improved building cleanliness by identifying effective methods to reduce waste.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, resulting in zero complaints, hazards or lost-time accidents.
  • Cleaned equipment and work areas and sterilized glassware to maintain safe and sanitary conditions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newburgh Free Academy
Newburgh, NY
06.2004

Skills

  • Time Management Staff management
  • Inventory management OSHA Compliance
  • Project Management Forklift Operation
  • Heavy lifting Quality Assurance
  • Process improvement Fast Reaction Time
  • Heavy equipment operation Load Inspection
  • Project milestones Critical Thinking
  • Safety and compliance Storage and Stacking
  • Effective communication
  • Freight Experience
  • Warehouse Experience
  • Pallet Jack
  • Logistics
  • Inspections and reviews
  • Analytical thinking

Interests

  • Video Gaming
  • Digital Art and Animation
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Animal Care

Timeline

FORKLIFT DISPOSAL OPERATOR

PRIME BEVERAGE GROUP
11.2023 - 08.2025

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

Saia LTL Freight
04.2022 - 06.2023

Freight Handler /Forklift Operator

Fed Ex Freight
06.2019 - 12.2021

Foreman

Russin Lumber Corporation
06.2015 - 11.2018

Janitorial Cleaner

Lcs Companies
08.2013 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

Newburgh Free Academy