Robert Dawson
Americus,GA
Summary
Proven forklift operator with a track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety at Southeastern Sod. Skilled in operating heavy equipment and implementing streamlined processes, significantly reducing material waste. Demonstrates strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and boosting production efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator & Turbo Operator
Southeastern Sod
03.2019 - 12.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Forklift Operator & Stacker
Fresh Bean Plant
04.2007 - 09.2017
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Moved finished pallets to storage areas using forklifts.
Fabrication
Cooper Lighting
03.2005 - 07.2006
- Implemented standard operating procedures for fabrication tasks that resulted in consistent performance across multiple shifts.
- Ensured compliance with national and international codes through diligent monitoring of welds during fabrication processes.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining metal fabrication processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Coordinated with engineering teams to address design issues, ensuring accurate fabrication of custom components according to specifications.
- Reduced material waste through precise calculations and efficient use of resources during fabrication processes.
- Assisted with fabrication of equipment and purchased parts and supplies to fit specific repair and installation requirements.
Education
No Degree -
Americus Sumter High School
Americus, GASkills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Punctual and Reliable
- Problem-Solving
- Heavy equipment operations
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Inventory Counts
- Stock Rotation
Timeline
Forklift Operator & Turbo Operator
Southeastern Sod
03.2019 - 12.2023
Forklift Operator & Stacker
Fresh Bean Plant
04.2007 - 09.2017
Fabrication
Cooper Lighting
03.2005 - 07.2006
No Degree -
Americus Sumter High School
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