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RaQuan Howard

Clinton,NC

Summary

Dedicated Forklift Operator with proven expertise at DuBose Strapping in load securing and inventory management. Recognized for enhancing warehouse efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and effective team communication. Committed to safety compliance and equipment maintenance, ensuring seamless operations and timely deliveries in fast-paced environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

DuBose Strapping
Clinton, NC
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
  • Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.

Poultry Farm Manager

Thelton Best
Clinton, NC
07.2020 - 10.2023
  • Assessed daily workloads, scheduled, and planned daily assignments and oversaw numerous projects.

  • Patrolled holding habitats and grazing areas to monitor animal safety and make timely repairs to equipment, gates and pens.
  • Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.
  • Cared for many broiler chickens in various stages of development for food processing.
  • Monitored birds for signs of disease or illness, reporting any findings to management immediately.
  • Maintained records of feed intake, egg production, mortality rates, and other relevant data.
  • Ensured compliance with government regulations related to food safety, animal welfare, environmental protection.
  • Ordered food for animals and arranged delivery.
  • Loaded crates onto conveyor belts for transport to processing centers or retail outlets.
  • Updated records with data about animal growth, feeding patterns, costs and behaviors.
  • Assisted with the loading and unloading of poultry products from delivery trucks into storage areas.
  • Operated forklifts safely in order to move product around the facility when needed.
  • Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
  • Cleaned and maintained farm equipment and tools to ensure proper functioning.
  • Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
  • Coordinated with shippers for transfer of birds to processing plants.
  • Performed routine checks on the condition of poultry houses and pens in order to maintain cleanliness standards.
  • Assisted in the daily care and maintenance of poultry, ensuring their health and welfare.
  • Provided fresh water to birds on a regular basis as per company guidelines.
  • Monitored food and water intake for poultry species contained within multiple chicken houses.
  • Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
  • Followed safety protocols at all times while working with live animals or operating heavy machinery.
  • Observed birds' behavior patterns in order to detect early signs of distress or illness.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.

Farm Laborer/Warehouse Worker

Cornell Brown
Clinton, NC
06.2015 - 07.2020
  • Harvested and packaged vegetables for shipment to local markets.
  • Cut hay bales and loaded them onto trailers for transport to storage areas.
  • Assisted in planting, cultivating, and irrigating crops.
  • Unloaded bags of seed, fertilizer and animal feed and stacked in sheltered locations.
  • Dug, cut and transplanted seedlings and shrubs.
  • Harvested crops manually and with machinery, minimizing loss and damage.
  • Baled and collected hay throughout summer.
  • Harvested and inspected crops by hand for quality purposes.
  • Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
  • Assisted in the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, ensuring timely and efficient processes.
  • Mulched and fertilized crops to improve yield.
  • Picked fruits and vegetables on assigned plots and checked plants for signs of pest and disease.
  • Sorted through produce for quality control purposes prior to packaging.
  • Removed roots, rocks and debris from field in preparation for planting.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with produce from the fields.
  • Transported harvested products to packing sheds using tractor-trailers or wagons.
  • Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, plows, harvesters and other tools.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
  • Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
  • Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
  • Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
  • Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
  • Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
  • Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hobbton High
Newton Grove, NC
06-2020

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Load securing
  • Inventory management
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Material handling
  • Team communication
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Task prioritization
  • Warehouse picking
  • Teamwork
  • Materials weighing
  • Belt conveyor operation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Loading dock operations
  • Material inventory
  • Load balancing
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Support warehouse operations
  • Material distribution and sourcing
  • Product staging
  • Trailer hitching
  • Organizational skills
  • Lift equipment operation
  • Material loading and unloading
  • Production support
  • Shipping operations
  • Storage and stacking
  • Production Assistance

Timeline

Forklift Operator

DuBose Strapping
10.2023 - 11.2024

Poultry Farm Manager

Thelton Best
07.2020 - 10.2023

Farm Laborer/Warehouse Worker

Cornell Brown
06.2015 - 07.2020

High School Diploma -

Hobbton High

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