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Education
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Nathan Vongchantha

Independence,MO

Summary

Accomplished Forklift Operator with extensive experience at IPL Plastics, skilled in optimizing warehouse efficiency and safety protocols. Demonstrated excellence in OSHA-compliant operations and inventory management, resulting in substantial improvements in shipment processing times. Recognized for outstanding teamwork and communication abilities, facilitating effective coordination across departments, achieving over 30% increase in productivity through strategic material handling and proficient forklift operation.

Developed skills in fast-paced warehouse environment, focusing on efficient operations and safety compliance. Strong ability to manage inventory, operate machinery, and collaborate with team members. Seeking to transition into new field by leveraging transferrable skills to contribute to different environment.

Overview

2
years of professional experience

Work History

Addeco Staffing

Tugger Operator
07.2025 - 09.2025

Job overview

  • Operated tugger to transport materials efficiently across warehouse floor.
  • Conducted routine inspections of tugger equipment to ensure safe operation.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize material flow and reduce delays.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records while transporting goods within facility.
  • Monitored surroundings for hazards, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.

Westrock

Warehouse material handler
04.2025 - 05.2025

Job overview

  • Work with food grade cardboard boxes
  • Ready machine called "die cutter" for new order
  • Perform proper LOTO
  • Load pallets
  • Work with heat shrink tunnel
  • Familiarized self with company's policies and procedures related to material handling operations.
  • Operated manual pallet jacks for moving heavy materials around the facility.
  • Performed cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory levels.
  • Exercised physical strength and safe bending techniques to move and lift heavy materials.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean work environment in the warehouse area.
  • Practiced good housekeeping by regularly cleaning work area, machines and equipment.
  • Prepared orders accurately according to customer specifications.

SIKA

Glass Nylon Handler
01.2025 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • Prepare glass beads to keep tank full
  • Drive forklift to have more pallets ready
  • Take out scrap outside of warehouse into a garbage bin.
  • Trained new employees in safe use of tools and proper lifting techniques.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all glass handling equipment.
  • Assisted in unloading large quantities of material from delivery trucks quickly and efficiently.
  • Operated forklifts and other machinery to transport glass safely.

IPL Plastics

Forklift Operator
08.2023 - 01.2025

Job overview

  • Safety awareness
  • Staging and sorting
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.

Education

William Crisman High School
Independence, MO

High School Diploma
05.2022

Skills

  • Supply chain logistics
  • Shipment processing expertise
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Warehouse management systems proficiency
  • Safety regulations adherence
  • Material inventory oversight
  • Picking and packing efficiency
  • RF scanner operation
  • Effective teamwork skills
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Collision avoidance
  • Load securing
  • Towing techniques
  • Loading dock procedures
  • Warehouse operations
  • Record keeping
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Workplace safety

Timeline

Tugger Operator

Addeco Staffing
07.2025 - 09.2025

Warehouse material handler

Westrock
04.2025 - 05.2025

Glass Nylon Handler

SIKA
01.2025 - 03.2025

Forklift Operator

IPL Plastics
08.2023 - 01.2025

William Crisman High School

High School Diploma
Nathan Vongchantha