Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Stephan Lovell

Haltom City,TX

Summary

Dynamic Forklift Operator with a proven track record at Buske Logistics, enhancing warehouse efficiency through expert material handling and safety awareness. Skilled in loading and unloading, I excel in teamwork and problem-solving, ensuring timely order fulfillment while minimizing product damage. Committed to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Buske Logistics
09.2024 - Current
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
  • Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.

Forklift Operator

Oatey
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Operated sit-down and stand-up forklifts, electric pallet jacks, reach trucks, and cherry pickers
  • Managed inventory using RF scanner technology.
  • Handled order picking for customer pickups, outgoing shipments, and managed shipping and receiving tasks.

Forklift Operator

Prestige Ameritech
11.2022 - 04.2023

• Operate machines to cut, splice, and roll material for other machines.

• Transfer and load materials onto the machines.

• Operate forklift to store, and unload inventory.

Inventory Associate

Ryder
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of warehouse workspace to promote safety and accessibility for all staff members involved in handling inventory items.
  • Provided accurate data entry for all received items, ensuring timely updates to the inventory database.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion.
  • Assisted with training new team members on best practices in inventory control, providing guidance and mentoring for their professional development within the organization.

Forklift Operator

M&M Manufacturing
11.2021 - 06.2022

• Operating a sit-down forklift while ensuring the safety of myself and others.

• I unloaded material from inventory racks, transported them to specific location destinations.

• Unloaded and loaded trailers, pallet trailers to material trailers.

• Using FR scanners to move finished material into the inventory

• Reorganizing the material racking system to increase efficiency.

Education

Diploma

Northwest Classen High School
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2016

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Material handling
  • Safety awareness
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Order picking and processing
  • Safe driver
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Inventory staging
  • Inventory control
  • Problem-solving
  • Warehouse safety
  • Team player

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Buske Logistics
09.2024 - Current

Forklift Operator

Oatey
08.2023 - 06.2024

Forklift Operator

Prestige Ameritech
11.2022 - 04.2023

Inventory Associate

Ryder
06.2022 - 10.2022

Forklift Operator

M&M Manufacturing
11.2021 - 06.2022

Diploma

Northwest Classen High School
Stephan Lovell