William Ledford
Reno,NV
Summary
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 Forklift Operator paired with 30+ years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Barnes & Noble Distribution Center
09.2023 - Current
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
Forklift Operator
FBM
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Forklift Operator
Beacon Roofing Supply
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Adhered to OSHA guidelines and company policies while operating the forklift.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
Forklift Operator
Express Personnel
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
- 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.
Education
Associates - Electronics Technology
Chico State University
Chico, CA06.1992
High School Diploma -
Oroville High School
Oroville, CA06.1986
Skills
- Material Handling
- Inventory Control
- Warehouse Procedures
- Daily Logs
- Shipping and Receiving
- Production Deadline Management
- Team Meetings
- Optimizing Efficiency
- Assembly Lines
- General Laborer
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Coordinating Work Orders
- Staging and Sorting
- RF Scanner
- Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
- Safety Awareness
- Dock Work
- OSHA Workplace Safety
- Safe Driver
- Teamwork Skills
Certification
- Forklift Operator Training - 30+ years hands on, OSHA Certified.
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Barnes & Noble Distribution Center
09.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
FBM
02.2021 - 08.2023
Forklift Operator
Beacon Roofing Supply
06.2020 - 02.2021
Forklift Operator
Express Personnel
04.2020 - 06.2020
Associates - Electronics Technology
Chico State University
High School Diploma -
Oroville High School
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