Ramdath Balkissoon

Forklift Operator

McKinsey & Company

Fort Lauderdale, FL

04.2007 - 02.2024

Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.