Valerie Valadez
Stockton,CA
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Forklift Operator
Vistar
Livermore, California
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse safely.
- Assisted in organizing inventory in designated storage locations efficiently.
- Followed safety procedures while navigating warehouse areas with forklifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during operations.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding material handling tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness around work areas to promote a safe environment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Inspected forklift equipment for safety and maintenance needs daily.
Receiving Clerk
UNFI
Stockton, CA
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and quality.
- Organized and stored products in designated warehouse locations.
- Recorded inventory data using warehouse management software.
- Verified that all merchandise was in good condition upon arrival, and reported any discrepancies or damages immediately.
- Maintained a clean and safe work area in compliance with OSHA standards.
- Reviewed work orders to check correctness of deliveries.
- Completed necessary paperwork including packing slips, bills of lading, receiving reports. accurately and on time.
- Updated inventory records to reflect new stock levels.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming deliveries according to established procedures.
Order Selector
Medline
Tracy, California
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Selected orders accurately using handheld scanners and warehouse management systems.
- Organized products efficiently in designated storage locations for quick retrieval.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Packaged orders securely for shipment to ensure product integrity during transport.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding inventory discrepancies or equipment issues.
- Operated electric pallet jacks and forklifts to transport products between warehouse aisles.
- Attended company safety meetings to maintain knowledge of new and important information.
- Executed the picking, packing, shipping, and unloading of goods in an efficient manner.
- Confirmed shipments against purchase orders for correctness of items, quantity, and quality.
Education
Lompoc Adult Ed
Lompoc, CASkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Vistar
07.2023 - 10.2024
Receiving Clerk
UNFI
10.2021 - 02.2023
Order Selector
Medline
01.2019 - 08.2021
Lompoc Adult Ed