Stephen Owens
Dallas
Summary
Highly skilled forklift operator with extensive experience in warehouse operations and inventory control. Proven track record in safely and efficiently operating forklifts for loading, unloading, and moving goods. Demonstrates conscientious approach to maintaining organized and orderly work environments, ensuring tasks are completed swiftly and accurately. Strong work ethic and methodical mindset, consistently supporting smooth and effective warehouse functions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Shorr Packaging
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials and products safely within warehouse environment
- Loaded and unloaded goods from delivery vehicles, maintaining organization in warehouse layout.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency during peak operational periods.
- Implemented safety protocols that reduced workplace accidents and improved overall safety culture.
- Enhanced productivity by identifying process improvements in loading techniques and material handling methods.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
- Streamlined order processing with efficient materials handling and accurate placement of goods using a forklift in designated locations.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Pantry Associate
Good Samaritans
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Managed inventory of pantry supplies to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pantry area in compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on pantry operations and safety protocols.
- Optimized workflow management through effective delegation of tasks among team members during peak hours or large-scale projects.
- Implemented inventory tracking system to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Upheld safety protocols by identifying potential hazards and immediately addressing them as needed within the workspace.
Warehouse Associate
Michael's
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Sorted and organized merchandise in preparation for shipment.
- Moved products and equipment to appropriate locations to maintain workspace cleanliness.
- Adhered to company policies for safe storage of goods in the warehouse facility.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport shipments and equipment.
- Performed physical inventory counts on regular basis.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks quickly and safely using pallet jacks and other equipment.
- Documented all damages, shortages, overages or other irregularities in shipment records.
Warehouse Associate / Forklift Driver
North Texas Food Bank
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Maintained schedules for pick-up and returns for Non-Profit Agencies
- Communicate and reschedule orders in a timely fashion when needed
- Efficiently operated forklift to move materials around the warehouse.
- Operated a variety of forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack and count products in warehouse environment.
- Maintained company inventories and completed product counts for reports.
- Inspected products for defects and damages and reported discarded items to supervisors.
- Pulled and prepared product for shipment, verifying exact number and type of product before loading and shipping.
- Operated manual pallet jack to move products throughout warehouse.
- Managed the safe operation of the forklift while maneuvering in tight areas or around other personnel.
- Identified workplace safety hazards and reported findings to supervisors.
- Efficiently loaded trucks with correct amounts of product ensuring weight limits were not exceeded.
- Used radios to communicate with other team members and streamline work processes.
Warehouse Associate
Dash Mart
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Successfully managed and organized warehouse inventory.
- Coordinated activities related to shipping, receiving, storing and distribution of goods.
- Input product information and quantities into warehouse databases.
- Processed returns promptly according to established procedures.
- Pulled and prepared product for shipment, verifying exact number and type of product before loading and shipping.
Delivery Driver
Amazon
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Operated delivery vehicle in accordance with local traffic laws, regulations, and safety standards.
- Checked delivery addresses and verified correct package delivery.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately navigate routes while adhering to scheduled delivery times.
- Prepared and made deliveries to customer accounts on assigned routes using company vehicles.
Sales Associate
Vixen Vapors
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Inventoried stock and requisitioned new inventory.
- Helped customers find and select products.
- Organized merchandise displays to promote higher levels of customer engagement.
- Operated cash register and POS to handle purchases, refunds, and exchanges for customers.
Shift Lead / Receiver
Top Golf
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Provide leadership and guidance to team members to achieve performance targets
- Responsible for monitoring and evaluating team performance
- Monitored employee performance, providing feedback as needed for improvement.
Machine Operator
Concrete Accessories
04.2014 - 05.2017
- Operated production machinery such as Band Saw and Drill Press in a safe and efficient manner, while adhering to all safety protocols.
- Maintained daily production reports and machine log books.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and from industrial trucks.
Education
High School -
Trinity High School
Euless, TX05.2008
Skills
- Forklift operations
- Problem-solving
- Assembly and production
- Clear communication
- Time management
- Merchandise staging
- Warehouse organization
- Truck loading and unloading
- Materials handling
- Safety protocols
- Attention to detail
- Loading dock staging
EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE
Stand-up Forklift, Sit-down forklift, Reach forklift, Pallet Rider, Electric Pallet Jack, Scissor Lift
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Shorr Packaging
08.2025 - 12.2025
Pantry Associate
Good Samaritans
01.2025 - 06.2025
Warehouse Associate
Michael's
07.2024 - 12.2024
Warehouse Associate / Forklift Driver
North Texas Food Bank
02.2022 - 04.2024
Warehouse Associate
Dash Mart
12.2020 - 05.2021
Delivery Driver
Amazon
06.2020 - 12.2020
Sales Associate
Vixen Vapors
08.2019 - 12.2019
Shift Lead / Receiver
Top Golf
05.2017 - 07.2018
Machine Operator
Concrete Accessories
04.2014 - 05.2017
High School -
Trinity High School