AMADEO MIKE TOVAR

Arlington, TX *****

757-***-**** - ad5beg@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

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. SKILLS

Forklift Operation Warehouse Organization

Truck loading and unloading Shipping and receiving Loading and unloading Loading Dock Procedures

Warehouse Safety Order Picking

Safety Protocols Safety Coordinator

Shipment Receiving Storage procedures

Team Player Forklift Operator Certification

Safety awareness OSHA Workplace Safety

Dock Operations Shipping and receiving expert

Safe driver Inventory staging

Inventory Control Inventory Counts

OSHA Compliance Materials Movement

Equipment operations Assembly line experience

Shipment Processing Storage and Organization

WORK HISTORY

12/1998 to Current Warehouse Forklift Operator

Office Depot Warehouse – Grand Prairie, TX

Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment. Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.

Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes. Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices. Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety. Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.

Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.

Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.

Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.

Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift. Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.

Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed. Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations. Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications. Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition. Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning. Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.

Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise. Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklifter.

Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.

Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and

[Technique].

Enhanced team productivity by providing on-the-job training to new forklift operators, ensuring proper handling techniques were followed at all times. Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss. Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.

Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing a new forklift operating system and training staff.

Contributed to energy conservation efforts by powering down the forklift during breaks and non-operational times, reducing unnecessary energy usage. EDUCATION

05/1983 High School Diploma

Crystal City High School - Crystal City, TX

CERTIFICATIONS

Forklift Operator Certified

on

RCC

Pallet Jack

Reach Truck Lift

Cherry Picker

Propane Sit Down Lift

CPR Certified

Certified in MDS handling

DOT Certified

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