Roman Vyzhykovskyi
Norridge,IL
Summary
Reliable and disciplined Forklift Operator with a strong leadership background as a former military officer. Over 5 years of warehouse logistics experience in the United States, specializing in trailer loading, weight distribution, and shipment coordination across Midwest and West Coast routes. Strong organizational and time management skills with proven ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments. Detail-oriented, responsible, and committed to safety and operational excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
MEI Freight Inc
2010 E Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173
03.2021 - Current
- Managed forklift operations to ensure efficient material transportation throughout warehouse.
- Executed routine inspections on equipment to uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance.
- Managed and refined loading and unloading procedures, focusing on improving workflow efficiency.
- Established inventory control measures to ensure precise stock management.
- Coordinated freight logistics by systematically loading and unloading cargo from trailers and warehouse docks.
- Monitored and adjusted weight distribution during trailer loading to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Oversaw direct interactions with drivers, detailing dock assignments and shipment logistics.
- Oversaw transportation processes for midwest-bound freight, facilitating regular deliveries to California.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of load schedules and delivery times through Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel to ensure timely logistics management.
- Tracked and verified trailer numbers alongside completed loads to support logistics management.
- Ensured adherence to safety standards within a high-volume warehouse environment.
- Facilitated workflow planning and optimized shift efficiency.
Education
Master of Science - Airport Technology And Military Airfield Equipment
Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University
Ukraine02-2016
Skills
- Proficient in operating forklifts
- Effective time management
- Space optimization
- Analytical problem-solving
- Freight loading and unloading
- Optimize weight distribution for trailer loading
- Facilitate communication with drivers on shipment logistics
- Manage Midwest freight logistics
- Data analysis using Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel
- Precise trailer number documentation
- Ensure safety compliance in warehouse operations
- Workflow planning assistance
Languages
English
Limited Working
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Professional Working
Polish
Limited Working
Interests
- Road Trips
- Adventure Travel
- Historical Exploration
- Enjoy creating and following travel blogs and vlogs
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Painting
- Swimming
- Woodworking
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I have a deep passion for airplanes and everything related to aviation I find immense joy in watching planes take off and land, and I am always fascinated by the mechanics and technology behind them Aviation is not just a hobby for me, but a true passion that I continuously explore and learn more about
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
MEI Freight Inc
03.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Airport Technology And Military Airfield Equipment
Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University