Radeat Alemu
Cambridge,MA
Summary
Qualified Warehouse Forklift Operator with over 7 years of experience in receiving/shipping and Team leading. Dedicated to quickly and carefully handling loads to complete tasks safely and on time. Clean safety record and excellent attendance. Highly motivated and experienced professional seeking a challenging position in an organization where i can utilize my skills,knowledge and experience to contribute to the success and growth of the company.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Heritage Wholesalers
Malden, MA
03.2023 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
- Assisting customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
- Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
- Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
- Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
- Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
- Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas.
- Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
- Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first.
- Provided assistance in training new employees on proper operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Reported any issues or discrepancies regarding product quantity or quality to supervisors immediately.
- Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Warehouse Team Leader
Sunsetter Awnings
Malden, MA
04.2018 - 02.2023
- Supervised and monitored the daily operations of a shipping/receiving team.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Received incoming shipments and checked for accuracy of items and quantity against invoices and purchase orders.
- Updated inventory records to reflect new stock levels.
- Verified that all merchandise was in good condition upon arrival, and reported any discrepancies or damages immediately.
- Maintained a clean and safe work area in compliance with OSHA standards.
- Completed necessary paperwork including packing slips, bills of lading, receiving reports. accurately and on time.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of materials when required.
Education
GED -
Snowden International School
Boston, MASkills
- Proficient in operating forklifts,pallets jacks and other warehouse equipment
- Effective communication and team work
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Truck Loading and Unloading
- Materials Handling
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- First Aid Training
Certification
- HE-1C Telescoping Booms w/o Cables.
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Heritage Wholesalers
03.2023 - Current
Warehouse Team Leader
Sunsetter Awnings
04.2018 - 02.2023
GED -
Snowden International School
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