Tanner Waltman
Victorville
Summary
Dynamic Electric Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Newell Brands in optimizing warehouse operations and ensuring OSHA compliance. Skilled in heavy lifting and effective verbal communication, I streamlined material delivery processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing downtime. Committed to maintaining safety and organization while achieving high standards in inventory management and order processing.
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 75-100 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electric Forklift Operator
Newell Brands
01.2026 - Current
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75-100 pounds.
- Worked in numerous different warehouses over years such as LGB8 and XLX7.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Operated Electric Forklifts safely in XL (Extra Large) warehouse distribution center.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
Busser
Dennys Restraunt
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
- Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Helped manage operations of restaurants by cleaning up spills and other messes quickly to minimize hazards.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Monitored dining room and bar areas for signs of overcrowding.
- Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
Theater Cleaner
AMC Theatres
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sultana High
Hesperia, CASkills
- Stock allocation
- Documentation
- Palletizing
- Incident logging
- Warehouse picking
- Verbal and written communication
- Issue troubleshooting
- Heavy lifting
- OSHA compliance
- Inventory reporting
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse best practices
- Order picking and processing
- Downstacking management
Certification
- Forklift Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Electric Forklift Operator
Newell Brands
01.2026 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
01.2021 - 05.2025
Busser
Dennys Restraunt
01.2018 - 01.2021
Theater Cleaner
AMC Theatres
01.2015 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Sultana High