Robert Jones
Memphis,TN
Summary
Personable and reliable with strong work ethic, committed to maintaining safe and organized work environment. Knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics, combined with skills in operating machinery and managing inventory. Dedicated to maximizing efficiency and ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Diver
4life ExpressLLC...
Memphis, TN
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay informed about best practices in the trucking industry.
- Managed accurate logbooks detailing hours of service, mileage, and fuel consumption for regulatory compliance.
- Displayed keen attention to detail when securing loads using straps, chains or other restraints to prevent shifting during transit.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient route planning and prompt issue resolution.
- Drove tractor and trailer to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Collected delivery instructions to verify freight and routes for on-time delivery and adjusted routes based on changing conditions.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on the vehicle, reporting any issues to management for timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and minimize downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Leveraged Type device to track and maintain Hour of Service to comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely deliveries and professional communication.
- Navigated through various weather conditions while maintaining on-time delivery performance.
- Coordinated with team members during high-volume periods to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Improved delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks by operating special equipment to palletize freight and secure items for transport.
Shift Lead
SternoCandleLamp
Memphis, TN
08.2024 - 11.2024
Forklift Operator
PSC Staffing Co.
Memphis, TN
11.2023 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
Forklift Operator
Tennessee Electroplting
Memphis, TN
06.2006 - 08.2010
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
Education
High School Diploma -
Covington High School
Covington, TN05.1998
Skills
Add fuel,12 yearspacking12years cargos9yearsoperating instructions12 years forklift training2years pallet jacks to complete unloading containers 6 years warehouse loading 9 yearspalletizing 6 years forklift truck, to complete
Timeline
Class A Diver
4life ExpressLLC...
12.2024 - 04.2025
Shift Lead
SternoCandleLamp
08.2024 - 11.2024
Forklift Operator
PSC Staffing Co.
11.2023 - 08.2024
Forklift Operator
Tennessee Electroplting
06.2006 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Covington High School