Stephan LeMar
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Professional forklift operator with solid expertise in warehouse operations and logistics. Skilled in operating various types of forklifts, ensuring safety and efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexible with changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, adept at maintaining smooth workflow and meeting operational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Forklift Operator
International Recovery Systems
Chester, PA
04.2024 - 02.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials and goods within warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted routine safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safe forklift operation and proper material handling techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced loading times and enhanced overall productivity.
- Led daily briefings to communicate objectives, safety protocols, and performance expectations to team members.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs to prevent operational disruptions.
- Resolved issues related to damaged goods or misplaced items expeditiously, maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and peers alike, ensuring a cohesive team environment conducive to productivity.
- Conducted regular safety meetings with fellow operators, reinforcing the importance of following best practices while using heavy machinery.
- Upheld strict compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies at all times, setting a positive example for the entire team.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
A. Duie Pyle, Inc.
West Chester, PA
10.2018 - 07.2023
- Managed inventory control through accurate tracking and documentation of stock levels.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Implemented best practices for warehouse organization, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations, contributing to a safe working environment for staff.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
Forklift Operator
Estes Express
Bensalem, PA
10.2017 - 2020
- Operated forklifts to transport goods safely within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes.
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations while operating heavy machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks, ensuring proper weight distribution and stability.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Trained new employees on forklift operation and safety procedures effectively.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Fed Ex
Barrington, NJ
12.2015 - 08.2017
- Organized and prioritized shipment sorting operations.
- Executed retrieval of shipments to ensure timely delivery.
- Oversaw vehicle loading operations to ensure timely dispatch.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes, reducing turnaround time.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of forklift equipment for safety compliance.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
Welding
Industrial Training And Testing Institute
Philadelphia, PADiploma - Forklift Operator
East Forsyth High school
Kernersville, NC01.2015
Skills
- Excellent Communication skills
- Time management
- Ability to multitask
- Dedicated team player
- Material Handling
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operation expertise
- Warehouse safety procedures
- Loading and unloading
- Workplace cleanliness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Punctual and reliable
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Warehouse operations
- Customer Service-oriented
- Materials handling
Certification
- Forklift Operator
- Driver’s License
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Lead Forklift Operator
International Recovery Systems
04.2024 - 02.2026
Warehouse Forklift Operator
A. Duie Pyle, Inc.
10.2018 - 07.2023
Forklift Operator
Estes Express
10.2017 - 2020
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Fed Ex
12.2015 - 08.2017
Welding
Industrial Training And Testing Institute
Diploma - Forklift Operator
East Forsyth High school