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Steven Koenig

forklift operator
Pekin,IL

Summary

Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified in [Area of certification] paired with [Number] years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Vigilant Forklift Operator familiar with operations and maintenance. Skilled at efficiently moving materials across areas to help teams meet demanding objectives. Conversational [Language] abilities paired with [Number]+ years of experience. Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards. Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades. Versatile worker highly skilled in planning routes and transportation logistics to achieve strict delivery timeframes and maintain customer service and satisfaction benchmarks. In-depth knowledge of specialized transportation equipment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping Forklift Operator and Sorter on Line

GFL Environmental
07.2018 - Current
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Used equipment such as [Type] and [Type] to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.

Certified Forklift Operator

G&D Integrated
03.2002 - 09.2010
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes, and other equipment.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lowpoint-Washburn High School
Washburn, IL
05.1994

Skills

  • Shipment Processing
  • Palletizing
  • Production Scheduling
  • RFID Tracking
  • Forklift Operation
  • Production Reporting
  • Product Inspection
  • Material Handling
  • Inventory Staging
  • OSHA Compliance
  • CPR Training
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Storage and Organization
  • Stock Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Equipment Operations
  • Production Deadline Management
  • Heavy Equipment Operations
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Inventory Control
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Loading and Unloading
  • OSHA Workplace Safety
  • Process Management
  • Safety Standards and Protocols
  • Freight Counts
  • Team Player
  • Lifts up to [Number] Pounds
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Equipment Inspections
  • Materials Transport
  • Safe Driver
  • Material Packaging
  • Incident Reporting
  • Safety Awareness
  • Materials Handling
  • Inventory Counts
  • Pallet Construction
  • Materials Movement
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Assembly Line Experience
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • OSHA-trained
  • Shipping and Receiving Expert
  • Heavy Industrial Equipment
  • [Equipment] Operation
  • Production Assistance
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • General Laborer
  • Shipping Documentation
  • Warehouse Operations

Accomplishments

  • Determined forklift specifications with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks at a rate of [Number] pounds per hour.
  • Consistently determined load weight to within [Number] pounds.
  • Trained [Number] new employees on proper forklift operation and safety.
  • Checked and recorded floor-loading limits with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Timeline

Shipping Forklift Operator and Sorter on Line

GFL Environmental
07.2018 - Current

Certified Forklift Operator

G&D Integrated
03.2002 - 09.2010

High School Diploma -

Lowpoint-Washburn High School
Steven Koenigforklift operator