Forklift operator

TAVARUS ROSE

832-***-**** – **********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Several years’ experience in warehouse operations, freight, wholesale distribution, route delivery and customer service. Proficient in heavy equipment operation, including forklift, inventory maintenance, shipping and receiving, and route scheduling.

QUALIFICATIONS

20 years of experience in lead warehouse operations, transportation, and manufacturing

Experienced with various types of forklifts including stand up and sit down, cherry picker

Company Certified Forklift Operator’s License

Hazmat Training

Shipping and receiving

Inventory management

Stock replenishment

Route scheduling

Warehouse maintenance and organization

Quality assurance

Experience working with Hazardous Materials

Team building & leadership

Reliable and motivated

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SECURITY/DOOR SUPERVISOR June 2021 to Present

Velvet Melvin Pub Houston, TX

Greet customers in a professional and friendly manner.

Check ids of patrons.

Report any individuals that display signs of being too intoxicated or aggressive.

Handle security-related situations in a courteous and restrained manner in coping with emergencies, undesired conduct, disturbances, and threats.

Keep an accurate number of customers in the establishment.

Patrol property to ensure security of guests, associates, buildings, and premises.

Assist with the clearing of the building at the end of the night including providing escorts to staff.

Monitor activity in the parking lot.

Assist staff with other duties during downtime.

DOCKWORKER April 2018 to June 2021

Old Dominion Freight Line Houston, TX

Load and unload commercial freight and hazardous material freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.

Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center in a forklift on non-forgiving surfaces.

Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.

Read and interpret shipping labels. Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.

Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.

Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.

Familiar with various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.

Experience working with hazardous materials and adhering to all hazmat guidelines.

Able to work in a fast-paces environment and have a flexible work schedule.

Company Certified Forklift Operator’s License.

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE/ INSTALLER December 2017 to April 2018

Bac Products Houston, TX

Unload shipments from distributors using forklift and pallet jack.

Maintain inventory of materials and supplies in warehouse.

Inspect merchandise received to ensure there is no damage.

Cut cabinets according to the measurement details on purchase order.

Pull purchase orders and verify correct products to be separated for delivery drop-offs.

Neatly pack each order on pallet and retrieve necessary installation supplies to be loaded in to designated delivery vehicle using cherry picker.

Unload deliveries at designated locations.

Install cabinetry.

Experience working with hazardous materials within warehouse.

Coordination with office personnel regarding material shortages, replacements, and service items.

Perform service repairs as reported by the Customer Service Department.

Frequently work extended hours to meet project deadlines.

Maintain a clean warehouse facility.

Ensure that all safety rules and regulations are being followed.

Special projects as assigned.

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE/ LEAD MERCHANDISER March 2015 to March 2017

HAH, Inc. Houston, TX

Unload merchandise from incoming trailers using stand up forklift and stock warehouse shelves in a neat and orderly manner.

Inspect all orders for any damage and verify accuracy.

Pull daily purchase orders and load into truck for delivery.

Organize daily routes of 20-40 stops in location order.

Deliver and stock shelves with the products that have been ordered the previous day.

Take inventory at various vendors for low or out of stock products.

Maintain shelves and displays at each store so that the merchandise is neatly displayed and easily accessible to customers.

Remove any close to expiration merchandise from shelves.

Complete electronic invoice for products that need to be ordered.

Collect payment from vendors after each delivery.

Establish and maintain rapport with key store individuals and provide excellent customer service.

Meet daily schedules and drop off times.

Complete daily maintenance and inspection of company vehicle.

PLANT MANAGER June 2012 to March 2015

Mt. Vernon Church Inc. Houston, TX

Plan, direct and coordinate projects concerned with design, construction, modification and maintenance of church property and church owned rental properties.

Responsible for hiring and supervising maintenance and janitorial staff.

Assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors.

Monitor and maintain all building systems.

Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests.

Schedule and complete the “Preventative Maintenance Program.”

WAREHOUSE MANAGER/SALES ASSOCIATE June 2009 to June 2012

Glidden Professionals Sugar Land, TX

Operate forklift to load and unload paint and supplies.

Inspect merchandise for damage or defects.

Stock warehouse and complete inventory log.

Complete purchase orders, low stock merchandise and store transfers.

Palletize complete orders for deliveries and load trucks.

Mix and match custom paint orders.

Maintain product displays and merchandise pricing.

Assist customers with orders and processing payments.

Answer phones and maintain a high level of professionalism in assisting customers.

Train new employees with company processes and procedures.

Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and work area daily.

EDUCATION

HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLGE – HOUSTON, TX -2006

DULLES HIGH SCHOOL – SUGAR LAND, TX – 2003

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