Dedicated Forklift Operator with extensive experience in warehouse operations and inventory management. Expert in operating heavy machinery while ensuring strict adherence to safety compliance and efficiency standards. Recognized for leadership capabilities that foster team collaboration and drive process improvements, contributing significantly to organizational objectives through a strong work ethic and adaptability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc.
Oklahoma City
12.2017 - 04.2025
Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
Reported safety and quality issues to management.
Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Overnight Forklift Driver
Sam's Club
Oklahoma City
09.2014 - 12.2017
Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information
Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs
Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment
Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards
Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations
Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment
Drive trucks in order to pick up incoming stock or to deliver parts to designated locations
As a Overnight Forklift Driver, I'm Responsible for Maintaining Safe Steel Standards, maintaining a clean and safe work environment
Unloading and Loading of freight into and out of steel for overnight stockers
Unloading freight
Cook
Sonic Drive In
Oklahoma City
08.2014 - 09.2014
Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils
Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity
Cook and package batches of food, such as hamburgers and fried chicken, which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold
Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles
Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases
Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously
Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking
Serve orders to customers at windows, counters, or tables
Overnight Manager
Carson's Catering
Oklahoma City
08.2012 - 08.2014
Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner
Count money and make bank deposits
Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations
Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation
Perform some food preparation or service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary
Test cooked food by tasting and smelling it to ensure palatability and flavor conformity
Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler at Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc.Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler at Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc.