Experienced forklift operator with 20 years in warehouse operations, pallet handling, and inventory movement. Known for safe equipment use, accurate material transfers, and clear dock organization.
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years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Follett Higher Education
River Grove, Illinois
05.2004 - 06.2024
Operated forklift to efficiently move textbooks and supplies throughout Follett Higher Education warehouse.
Unloaded incoming trucks and staged merchandise for timely receiving inspection.
Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
Maneuvered forklift around loaded pallets, boxes, and materials to maintain smooth warehouse operations.
Transferred bookstore materials to storage using safe lifting procedures.
Transported materials to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Organized warehouse aisles and kept dock areas clear and safe.
Inspected forklift equipment and reported maintenance needs to a supervisor.
Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Meat Handler
Delray Farms
Melrose Park, Illinois
05.2000 - 04.2004
Prepared beef, pork, and poultry cuts, ensuring quality and timely fulfillment of Delray Farms retail and wholesale orders.
Trimmed meat portions with knives, slicers, and saws, maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety in Delray Farms processing area.
Wrapped, labeled, and dated product for Delray Farms cold storage and display cases.
Checked and adjusted temperature controls for Delray Farms meat coolers and freezer rooms to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.