Preston McClung
Brownstown,IL
Summary
Experienced leader and skilled forklift operator with a strong focus on warehouse safety and team coordination. Reduced staff turnover at Waffle House through effective management and mentoring techniques. Proficient in heavy equipment operations, consistently optimizing productivity and maintaining OSHA compliance for seamless warehouse operations and a safe working environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Octochem
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
Store Manager
Waffle House
02.2015 - 05.2023
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
- Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Education
Diploma -
Pickens High School
Jasper, GA05.2015
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Order picking
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Problem-solving
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Storage and organization
- Lift equipment operation
- Heavy equipment operation
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Octochem
06.2023 - 11.2024
Store Manager
Waffle House
02.2015 - 05.2023
Diploma -
Pickens High School
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