Richard Montgomery
Selma,Alabama
Summary
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 1000 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Careful professional bringing many years of experience in industry settings. Known for keeping tidy and clean work area, minimizing waste, and regularly meeting quotas. Desire to apply expertise to new position with room for advancement. History of working successfully in fast-paced environments to set up, run, and tend blending machines. Well-versed in working with products and materials. Excels at cleaning equipment and maintaining production lines at peak levels.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mold Technician
Seoyon E-Hwa
Selma, AL
07.2023 - Current
- Evaluated the quality of molded components using precision measuring instruments.
- Assisted with set up and installation of new molds in injection molding machines.
- Performed visual inspections of molds to detect any signs of damage or wear.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed when working with hazardous chemicals or equipment.
Receiving Forklift Operator
Dwell And Decor
Selma, AL
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Verified stock rotation through FIFO system where applicable.
- Received deliveries from vendors, checked for accuracy and placed items in appropriate locations.
- Maintained accurate records of received goods.
- Helped maintain cleanliness in the warehouse by sweeping floors when necessary.
- Checked incoming products against purchase order specifications to verify accuracy of shipment.
- Utilized RF Scanner to ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels throughout the day.
- Stacked skids onto racks or shelves following specific instructions regarding placement location or height level.
Forklift Operator
Medline Industry
Prattsville, AL
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using caution and safety.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Forklift Operator
West Fraser
Maplesville, AL
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
Cutter Operator/Forklift Operator
Meadow Craft/Plantation Patterns
Selma, AL
02.2004 - 08.2018
- Read work order and verified required pre-fabrication work.
- Operated large cutting machines to make detailed custom cuts for various types of products.
- Reported issues or problems to management relating to materials to be cut.
- Managed large workload of quality production in fast-paced environment with interruptions and tight deadlines.
- Took materials and cut to proper dimensions based on production order specifications.
- Kept work areas organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
- Stood for long hours, frequently reached or bent and lifted up to 1000 pounds regularly to carry out daily tasks.
- Operated cutting machine according to all safety protocols.
- Kept equipment clean and maintained in order to meet requirements.
- Operated cutters, forklifts and hand tools to manage production needs.
- Maintained appropriate levels of abrasive compound to support adequate cutting speeds and accurate cuts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Selma High School
05.1990
Skills
- Storage and Stacking
- Material Handling
- Rate Control
- Waste Prevention
- Team Player
- Assembly line experience
- Warehouse operations
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Packing and scanning
- Safety standards and protocols
- Heavy equipment operations
- Inventory staging
Certification
- Forklift Certification, West Fraser - 2018
Timeline
Mold Technician
Seoyon E-Hwa
07.2023 - Current
Receiving Forklift Operator
Dwell And Decor
08.2022 - 06.2023
Forklift Operator
Medline Industry
09.2020 - 07.2022
Forklift Operator
West Fraser
09.2018 - 08.2020
Cutter Operator/Forklift Operator
Meadow Craft/Plantation Patterns
02.2004 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Selma High School
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