Tao Allen
Temple,Texas
Summary
Experienced in operating forklifts and other heavy machinery in a warehouse setting, ensuring smooth operations through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LTO Operator
Reynolds Consumer Products Inc.
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing improved LTO operating procedures.
- Increased warehouse safety by adhering to strict LTO guidelines and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance and preventative repairs.
- Coordinated closely with quality control personnel to ensure adherence to established standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of LTO equipment to identify potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Expedited order fulfillment with accurate inventory management and efficient pallet organization.
- Maintained compliance with all OSHA regulations, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Updated tracking systems to document movements and determine proper area for storage.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
Machine Operator
PPG Architectural Finishes
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.
- Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
- Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Enhanced machine longevity with proactive maintenance and timely replacement of worn parts.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection and adjustment of machine settings.
- Reduced operational costs, identifying and implementing measures to decrease energy and material waste.
- Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Conducted routine maintenance on high-speed packaging equipment, preventing unexpected downtime.
Case Picker/Forklift Operator
CJ Logistics America
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Case picking, full pallet picks, stage product or load product on trucks for shipping and unload trucks
- Receive incoming product and put away
- Ensured timely delivery of orders by prioritizing urgent requests and coordinating with the shipping department.
- Contributed to waste reduction efforts by promptly reporting damaged or expired products for proper disposal or return.
- Read, interpreted and accomplished warehouse management system reports and recognized and corrected potential process errors to reduce adverse effects.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere by maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues and fostering teamwork in the workplace.
- Prepared receiving, storage and shipping documentation and retained product accountability throughout logistical process.
- Reduced product damage with careful handling and appropriate packaging of picked items.
- Leveraged manual and motorized machinery to stock vendor and customer returns quickly and accurately.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent attention to detail when selecting items for orders.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in training sessions and implementing best practices in case picking operations.
- Increased order accuracy by meticulously picking items according to customer specifications.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency through proper utilization of RF scanning equipment for accurate inventory management.
- Assisted in conducting regular cycle counts as part of ongoing inventory control efforts within the warehouse environment.
- Seamlessly integrated new employees into the team by providing mentorship and guidance on best case-picking practices.
- Loaded, unloaded, moved and stacked products and materials using forklift, clamp truck or other power equipment.
- Streamlined order fulfillment process through consistent communication with supervisors regarding any discrepancies or issues encountered during case picking tasks.
- Improved overall warehouse performance with thorough inspection and verification of picked items before packing them for shipment.
- Maximized productivity by effectively utilizing available resources, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material handling equipment during case picking tasks.
- Matched product description, quantity and packaging unit using radio-frequency device to verify items received.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA guidelines and company safety policies during case picking tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and streamline case picking processes.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Expedited order processing by consistently meeting daily case picking targets.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
H.B. Fuller
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Contributed to reduced waste generation by implementing recycling initiatives within workspace.
- Resolved technical issues swiftly, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
- Streamlined assembly line operations, resulting in smoother workflow.
- Increased production efficiency by meticulously calibrating machinery before each shift.
- Elevated team morale and productivity by leading by example and providing support where needed.
- Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Maintained meticulous records of machine performance and maintenance activities, supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Forklift Operator
Stanley Black & Decker
05.2019 - 05.2020
- RF scanning Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and Shipping and receiving removed
- Cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized
- Forklift Operations and hazard-free
- Warehouse operations
Warehouse Associate
Amazon.com
04.2017 - 12.2018
- Kept warehouse clean and organized to maximize team
- Forklift, Microsoft Office efficiency and productivity
- Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly inventories
- Resolved variances to maintain data accuracy
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify processing contents of containers
- Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for Warehouse management use in audits and completion of order requests systems
- Worked safely around moving machinery
- Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise
- Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using pallet jack equipment
Paraprofessional
HUGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2007 - 01.2017
- Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with
Education
High School Diploma -
HUGO HIGH SCHOOL
No Degree - Surgical Tech
Temple College
Temple, TXAssociate in Science (AS) - Anesthesia Tech
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX01.2025
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Warehouse Management
- RF Scanner
- Heavy Lifting
- Microsoft Word
- Materials Handling
- Logistics
- Packaging
- Machining
- Assembly
- Pallet Jack
- Quality Assurance
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Inventory Control
- Flexibility
- Team Work
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Data warehouse
- Freight
- Developmental disabilities experience
- Special education
- Basic math
- Warehouse management system
- SAP Warehouse Management
- Telecommunication
- 4G/LTE
- Customer service
- Typing
- Loading and unloading proficiency
- Order picking accuracy
- Shipping and receiving
- Adaptable to change
- Machine operation expertise
- Forklift certification
- Pallet jack operation
- Warehouse operations
- Safety awareness
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Certification
- Forklift Certification, 04/01/19, Proficient
- Warehouse Associate, 06/01/20, Highly Proficient
- Forklift Safety, 07/01/20, Highly Proficient
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
LTO Operator
Reynolds Consumer Products Inc.
07.2023 - 01.2024
Case Picker/Forklift Operator
CJ Logistics America
06.2021 - 11.2021
Machine Operator
PPG Architectural Finishes
03.2021 - 02.2022
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
H.B. Fuller
10.2020 - 02.2021
Forklift Operator
Stanley Black & Decker
05.2019 - 05.2020
Warehouse Associate
Amazon.com
04.2017 - 12.2018
Paraprofessional
HUGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2007 - 01.2017
Associate in Science (AS) - Anesthesia Tech
Tarrant County College District
- Forklift Certification, 04/01/19, Proficient
- Warehouse Associate, 06/01/20, Highly Proficient
- Forklift Safety, 07/01/20, Highly Proficient
High School Diploma -
HUGO HIGH SCHOOL
No Degree - Surgical Tech
Temple College
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