Dynamic Warehouse Forklift Operator with extensive experience at Prologstx Inc., skilled in optimizing warehouse organization and enhancing shipping processes. Proven ability to train staff and implement safety protocols, ensuring compliance and reducing workplace accidents. Proficient in forklift operation and problem-solving, consistently improving operational efficiency and inventory management. Inclosing: I"am looking for acompany that I can start at an enty Level with room for advancements. Acompany that rewards hard work ethicks and go beyond what is exspect of him/her. I bring 10 + years of wearhouse exsperience in: a).Wearhpouse Equipment operater. b) shipping and receiving. c) Equipmnet, enviimemnta, Wearjpuise Safty procedures, c) implamenting :Near Miss procedures and eilminating injuries. Working together and coming up wirth new Ideas through our safty commity and implamenting our ideas from the asscioates on the front line together we can minimse work related enjuries.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator/Educator
Prologstx Imc.
Puyallup, WA
10.2020 - 06.2024
Operated forklifts to efficiently transport inventory within warehouse environment.
Conducted regular inspections and maintenance on forklift equipment to ensure safety compliance.
Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
Assisted in training new staff on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
Oversaw daily workflow, coordinating tasks among team members to meet tight deadlines effectively.
Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Restraunt Depot
Fife, WA
08.2016 - 02.2020
Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for efficient material handling.
Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety compliance.
Loaded and unloaded shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records.
Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse layout and workflow.
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.
Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
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.
Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
Shipping and Receiving Manager/Packaging Handler S
Codel Entry System
Tacoma, WA
02.2010 - 08.2014
Implemented inventory management systems, enhancing tracking efficiency and reducing discrepancies.
Trained and mentored staff on best practices for safe handling and storage of materials.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline order fulfillment processes, improving overall productivity.
Analyzed shipping data to identify trends, optimizing routes and reducing transit times.
Established safety protocols for warehouse operations, maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
Managed inventory control with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate stock levels.
Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
Created effective communication channels between warehouse staff, management, and customers to address concerns promptly and maintain smooth operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS
09-2015
Certificate of Achievement/ 90hrs - Unified Plumbing Code
Wicha Vocational School
Wichita, KS
07-2011
High School Diploma -
Steilacoom High School
Steilacoom, WA
08-1987
Skills
Forklift operation
Warehouse organization
Truck loading and unloading
Problem-solving
Shipping and receiving
Heavy lifting
Materials handling
Loading and unloading
Pallet jack operation
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator/Educator
Prologstx Imc.
10.2020 - 06.2024
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Restraunt Depot
08.2016 - 02.2020
Shipping and Receiving Manager/Packaging Handler S
Codel Entry System
02.2010 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication
Hutchinson Community College
Certificate of Achievement/ 90hrs - Unified Plumbing Code
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