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Michael Watkins

Victorville,CA

Summary

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. 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. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Ecolab
03.2021 - 09.2023
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
  • Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Adhered strictly to OSHA regulations for safe forklift operation, minimizing the risk of accidents and promoting a secure work environment.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Dr. Pepper Snapple
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
  • Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
  • Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
  • Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklifter.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
  • Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.

Forklift Operator

Ryder Integrated Logistics
04.2015 - 10.2019
  • Collaborated with team members during peak seasons or high workload periods to ensure timely completion of tasks and maintain customer satisfaction levels.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Improved loading times by consistently inspecting and performing maintenance on the forklift, reducing equipment downtime.
  • Contributed to faster unloading processes through efficient offloading of inbound containers or trailers onto designated pallets or racks.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Streamlined warehouse operations with effective communication between team members, promoting an environment of cooperation and collaboration.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors to report progress, address challenges, and offer suggestions for improvement.
  • Minimized damage to products during transportation by following proper stacking techniques according to weight and size specifications.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Assisted in order fulfillment by efficiently picking orders using the forklift, meeting customer demands in a timely manner.
  • Enhanced safety measures through regular participation in safety training sessions and adherence to company guidelines.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Participated in regular team meetings to stay informed about company updates, process changes, and warehouse objectives.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by adhering to OSHA regulations while operating the forklift loader at all times.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Increased efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work area, ensuring smooth functioning of the forklift.
  • Completed daily forklift inspections, ensuring proper functionality before starting work shifts.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Facilitated seamless inventory movement within the warehouse by accurately placing pallets in their assigned locations using the forklift.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Education

High School Diploma -

A.B. Miller High School
Fontana

Skills

  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipment Receiving
  • Loading Dock Procedures
  • Freight Counts
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • OSHA Workplace Safety
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Storage and Stacking
  • Inventory staging
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Dock Operations
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Team Player
  • Wrapping and Banding
  • Material Loading and Unloading
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Cardboard baling
  • Forklift Operation

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Ecolab
03.2021 - 09.2023

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Dr. Pepper Snapple
11.2019 - 01.2021

Forklift Operator

Ryder Integrated Logistics
04.2015 - 10.2019

High School Diploma -

A.B. Miller High School

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