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Richard Wooten

Granite City,Illinois

Summary

Proven Forklift Operator and Diesel Mechanic with a strong background in warehouse efficiency and safety, demonstrated at DB Schenker through meticulous organization and maintenance skills. Adept at enhancing operations with forklift proficiency and a team-oriented approach, significantly reducing shipping errors. Skilled in implementing innovative tracking systems and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Mentor for over five years.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

DB Schenker
02.2014 - 04.2024
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Diesel Mechanic

Quality Rail Service
03.2010 - 02.2014
  • Ensured safety compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal regulations related to diesel mechanics.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

INX Ink Internationl
04.2000 - 02.2010
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Enhanced warehouse organization by implementing a barcode tracking system for incoming shipments.

Education

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East Side Sr.High
East Saint Louis, IL
05-1986

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Team player
  • Warehouse safety
  • Material handling
  • Safety awareness

Timeline

Forklift Operator

DB Schenker
02.2014 - 04.2024

Diesel Mechanic

Quality Rail Service
03.2010 - 02.2014

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

INX Ink Internationl
04.2000 - 02.2010

All

East Side Sr.High

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