Valerie Barnes
Snellville,GA
Summary
Accomplished Forklift Operator with a proven track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety at companies like Publix. Skilled in forklift operation and material handling, coupled with a strong foundation in teamwork and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to improve productivity and maintain high standards of order accuracy and warehouse organization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Publix
05.2016 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Forklift Operator
US Foods
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- 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.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Order Selector
United Natural Foods, UNFI
01.2013 - 08.2014
- Boosted productivity by efficiently utilizing various equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, to transport and stack merchandise.
- Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
- Demonstrated adaptability, successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without compromising quality or speed.
- Expedited order processing timeframes with thorough knowledge of warehouse layout for quick item retrieval.
Order Selector
SYSCO Food Services
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Boosted productivity by efficiently utilizing various equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, to transport and stack merchandise.
- Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
- Demonstrated adaptability, successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without compromising quality or speed.
- Expedited order processing timeframes with thorough knowledge of warehouse layout for quick item retrieval.
- Supported warehouse organization efforts by accurately labeling products and placing them in designated storage areas.
Education
Bachelor - Computer Animation/Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Dunwoody, GA08.2004
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Team player
- Warehouse safety
- Warehouse operations
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Order picking
- General laborer
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Publix
05.2016 - 11.2024
Forklift Operator
US Foods
08.2014 - 05.2016
Order Selector
United Natural Foods, UNFI
01.2013 - 08.2014
Order Selector
SYSCO Food Services
09.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor - Computer Animation/Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Atlanta
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