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.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Elite Staffing
05.2013 - 12.2023
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
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.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
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.
Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Loss Prevention
Walmart
05.2016 - 11.2016
Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior.
Followed designated loss prevention, security and safety practices.
Adhered to loss prevention standards and responded to alarm call.