Omar Montes
Lafayette ,IN
Summary
Proven Forklift Operator with a solid background in material handling and warehouse operations, notably at Ryders Logistics. Expert in forklift operation and certified, with a knack for enhancing team collaboration and efficiency. Achieved significant reductions in shipping errors and product damage, underscoring a commitment to safety and quality.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Ryders Logistics
Frankfort, IN
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- 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.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Material Handler
Frito-Lay Warehouse
Frankfort, IN
06.2019 - 07.2022
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
Packer Associate
Zacharys Confections
Frankfort, IN
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Prepared packages for shipment following specific guidelines, reducing shipping errors and costly delays.
- Completed high-volume packing assignments quickly while maintaining strict quality standards.
- Reduced product damage rates by carefully handling items during the packing process.
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting products for defects before packaging.
- Kept accurate records of packed items, updating tracking systems as needed for easy reference later on in the process.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, adhering to company safety regulations and policies.
- Trained new Packer Associates on proper techniques and protocols within the workplace, fostering a collaborative environment for continued growth.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
- Assembled boxes, cartons and containers to package items.
- Placed items into bags, boxes or other containers.
- Inspected items for defects and damage.
- Weighed packaged items to calculate total weight.
- Cleaned and maintained production area and equipment.
Education
Clinton Prairie
Frankfort, IN05.2017
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team Player
- Material Handling
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Ryders Logistics
09.2022 - 05.2024
Material Handler
Frito-Lay Warehouse
06.2019 - 07.2022
Packer Associate
Zacharys Confections
02.2018 - 05.2019
Clinton Prairie