Paul Derossett
Vine Grove,KY
Summary
Safety-conscious lift operator with several years of experience. Adept at acting quickly in stressful situations and staying alert after long hours of work. Trained in customer service and first aid to multitask effectively.
Qualified to run multiple kinds of lifts and assist with loading and unloading. Great attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
Highly skilled in operating a wide range of industrial trucks and tractors, with significant experience in safely maneuvering heavy machinery within diverse industrial settings. Possess strong knowledge of maintenance protocols to ensure equipment runs efficiently, coupled with keen adherence to safety standards to minimize risks on-site. Demonstrated ability to improve operational workflows through effective communication and coordination with team members, leading to enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
Seasoned Lead Lift Operator with background in managing lift operations in busy environments. Proven ability to ensure safety protocols are adhered to and provide superior customer service. Strengths include team leadership, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of operations. Past roles have resulted in improved efficiency and enhanced guest experience through effective management strategies and hands-on approach.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Lift Operator
Brown-Forman Coooperage
Louisville , KY
01.1991 - 04.2025
- Greeted truck drivers and addressed pertinent issues.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Operated lift control panels and adjustment mechanisms to manage speed and operational efficiency.
- Supervised a team of lift operators and provided guidance as needed.
- Reported incidents and accidents, completing necessary paperwork in compliance with policies and regulations.
- Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
- Performed routine maintenance on lifts such as lubricating parts, changing oil filters.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Answered guest questions about how to load and unload safely.
- Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Performed prompt post-operation shutdown procedures.
- Documented operational issues and maintenance actions taken, maintaining accurate records.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Identified areas where safety could be improved by making adjustments to existing processes or introducing new ones.
- Provided feedback on lift operator performance evaluations based on observations during shifts.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for lift operation activities.
- Operated Front End Loader and Skid Steer.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Bullitt High School
Shepherdsville, KY05-1990
Skills
- Lift operation
- Load inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Team supervision
- Safety compliance
- Weight estimation
- Standard operating procedures
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Guest assistance
- Performing repairs
- Routine inspections
- Process improvement
- Cargo handling
- Order picking
- Production support
- Storage management
- Delivery information verification
- Weather monitoring
- Materials movement
- Quality control
- Physical strength
- Vehicle maintenance
- Lift repairs
- Time management
- Inventory control
- Wrapping and banding
- Decision-making
- OSHA compliance
- Truck loading
- Shipping procedures
- Equipment Operation Safety
- Operational safety
- Operation Monitoring
- Professional demeanor
- Relationship building
- Support warehouse operations
- Warehouse operations
- Multitasking Abilities
- Heavy equipment operation
- Reliability
- Efficient maneuvering
- Communication skills
- Pallet stacking
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management abilities
- Goal setting
- Adaptability
- Multitasking capacity
- Load Assessment
- Proper hand signals
Certification
- Fork Lift Certification
Timeline
Lead Lift Operator
Brown-Forman Coooperage
01.1991 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
North Bullitt High School