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DEREK WATSON

**** * ** ** #***, Washington, DC 20002 • Cell: 202-***-**** • acw56e@r.postjobfree.com Tradeshow expert, highly skilled in Forklift operation. Hands-on experience with set up of exhibits. Conscientious construction foreman with experience ensuring work is in compliance with all relevant codes. Deadline-driven Machine Operator with 5+ years experience in a fast-paced environment. Great attention to detail and organizational skills. Foreman with over 10+ years experience in loading, unloading, shipping, receiving, inventory, delivery and storage of freight and warehouse equipment. Extensive experience with forklift

Good communication skills

Fast learner

Computer proficient

Commercial site supervision

Strong initiative

Strong team player

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Supervisory experience

Driving commercial vehicles

Warehouse management

Working night shift

Good multitasker

Good judgment

General math skills

Working Foreman, 01/1998 to Current

Teamster's Local 639 – 3100 Ames pl NE Washington, DC Provided outstanding customer service.

Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions. Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis. Ensured timely response in picking and packing of reorders. Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition. Read work orders to prepare for machine setup.

Set up station by receiving picking and packing order and gathering packing materials. Collaborated with Carpenters and electricians to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization operations.

Safe and efficient operation of forklift and palletjacks. Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools.

Picked orders from inventory locations.

Building and Apartment Maintenance Certificate: Building and Apartment Maintenance, 1997 Potomac Job Corps - Washington, DC

High School Diploma: 1995

Paul Lawrence Dunbar SHS - Washington, DC

Building and Apartment Maintenance Certified

Certified forklift operator

Heavy machine operator