Shadarious Smith
Newnan,Ga
Summary
High Energy Forklift Operator with over 6 years of experience in High Volume warehouse operaitions.Proficient in Reach Truck,Stand up,Cherry Picker,Sit Down & Clamp.Lead a Team of 4 to 5 associates in Picking and Stocking with strong focus on safety and following procedures.Familiar with inventory, Rf scanner usuage. Expert in material handling and staging.Strong written and verbal skills.Meticulous,deliberate,reliable,and process oriented.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Stand up Sit Down And Reach Truck Operator/Yard
DHL Goodyear
Newnan, GA
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard
- Improved yard efficiency by implementing proper time management and organizational skills
- Promoted a clean workspace through proactive litter removal and general upkeep of the yard area
- Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes for faster turnaround times, reducing downtime
- Safely operated yard trucks, minimizing accidents and damage to property or equipment
- Effectively communicated with dispatchers, coordinating timely pickup and delivery of freight
- Performed preventive care and maintenance for machine and vehicle operations
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Reduced workplace accidents with thorough safety checks of forklift equipment before each shift.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
- Contributed to timely order fulfillment through efficient organization and staging of products, ready for shipping.
- Assisted with training new employees on reach truck operation and best practices in warehouse settings.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices for reach truck operation.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately operating reach trucks for order picking and pallet storage.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Assisted in inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels for seamless order fulfillment.
- Enhanced safety procedures through diligent reach truck maintenance and adherence to company guidelines.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Flatbed truck driver Owner Operator
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with dispatchers for effective communication regarding pick-ups, deliveries, and any delays or issues encountered
- Assisted in reducing downtime due to mechanical failures through proactive vehicle maintenance checks before each trip
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by planning optimal routes and adhering to strict schedules
- Completed extensive training courses in hazardous materials handling to ensure proper transportation procedures were always followed
- Improved team productivity by assisting fellow drivers with loading/unloading tasks when needed
- Ensured cargo safety by properly securing loads with chains, straps, and tarps
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely updates on shipment statuses and addressing concerns promptly
- Promoted a positive work environment by maintaining open communication channels with dispatchers, supervisors, and coworkers
- Checked shipping papers to determine the nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles
- Removed and unloaded packages from owner operator trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Reach Truck Operator
PETSMART
Newnan Ga
03.2016 - 10.2018
- 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 equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Assisted in inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels for seamless order fulfillment.
- Reduced product damage by skillfully maneuvering reach trucks in tight spaces and high shelves.
- Enhanced safety procedures through diligent reach truck maintenance and adherence to company guidelines.
- Supported team productivity through effective communication and collaboration during daily tasks.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within the warehouse setting.
WELDER
SEWON
07.2013 - 12.2015
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Education
Newnan High School
GaSkills
Trailer Maneuvering
Safe Driving Practices
Material Handling
Mechanical Knowledge
Defensive Driving
Heavy Lifting
Route Planning
Load Security
Organizational Skills
Active Listening
Maintaining Clean MVR
Timeline
Stand up Sit Down And Reach Truck Operator/Yard
DHL Goodyear
10.2021 - 07.2024
Flatbed truck driver Owner Operator
09.2018 - 10.2021
Reach Truck Operator
PETSMART
03.2016 - 10.2018
WELDER
SEWON
07.2013 - 12.2015
Newnan High School