Entry Level Forklift Operator
Resume:
Thadious Harden
Chattanooga, TN *****
**********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Talented [Type] Operator offering proven skill with [Type] materials and record of thriving in high-volume production settings. Punctual, dependable and hardworking team player. Efficiently moves supplies, completes runs and sorts final products. Runs, calibrates and repairs presses. Mechanically-inclined Automatic Press Operator versed in matching print job colors to met client expectations. Effectively lifts over [Number] pounds and performs basic math calculations with accuracy. Offering [Number] years of experience operating multi-color printing presses and delivering exceptional printing quality in [Type] industry. Well-organized Automatic Press Operator recognized for operating numerous press machines with ease and comfort. Skilled in reading, interpreting and following printing job specifications. Offering [Number] years of experience setting up printing presses and materials for various printing jobs. Efficient Automatic Press Operator talented in preparing and operating press units and preparing color ink mixes for press runs. Adept at troubleshooting printing and press equipment problems during operations and assisting in emergency maintenance on equipment. Discerns color differences effectively to evaluate reproduction and make product corrections. Vigilant Forklift Operator familiar with operations and maintenance. Skilled at efficiently moving materials across areas to help teams meet demanding objectives. Conversational [Language] abilities paired with [Number]+ years of experience. 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 [Number] pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. 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 [Area of certification] paired with [Number] years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Skills
Machine programming
Machine Operation
Machinery Cleaning
Preventive Maintenance
Waste Reduction
Quality Control
Production Monitoring
Parts Lubrication
Equipment Calibration
Press troubleshooting
Efficient setup
Plate Mounting
Clear Communication
Precision Alignment
Material Selection
Attention to Detail
Component and Machine Calibration
CNC Software
Operation Monitoring
Quality Inspections
Problem-Solving
Hand-Forming Workpieces
Hand Tools and Measuring Devices
Equipment maintenance and repair
Material Handling
Machine Start-Up and Shut-Down
Teamwork and Collaboration
Machine setup
Adaptability
Decision-Making
Relationship Building
Surface Finishing
Material Transport
Quality Control Analysis
Measurements and Calculations
Material Sorting and Categorizing
Chemical Solution Safety
Professional Demeanor
Production Specifications
Critical Thinking
Self Motivation
Time Management
Goal Setting
Flexible Schedule
Forklift Operation
Multitasking
Adaptability and Flexibility
Parts Replacement
Organizational Skills
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Active Listening
Problem-solving aptitude
Excellent Communication
Work History
August 2009 - November 2016
Chattanooga Times Free Press - 400 E. 11TH Street
Press Operator
Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
Promptly removed completed loads from press.
Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and communicating progress updates with supervisors or team leads as needed.
Upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the workspace, adhering to established guidelines for equipment care and maintenance procedures.
Improved print quality by performing regular press maintenance and calibration tasks.
Implemented process improvements that led to faster setup times between job runs, maximizing productivity during shifts.
Troubleshot press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
Maintained strong communication channels with clients throughout printing process.
Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
Assisted in training new press operators, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure smooth onboarding and skill development.
April 2019 - September 2019
Wise Staffing/Volkswagen - 8001 Volkswagen Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37416
Quality Control Inspector
Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
March 2016 - August 2016
Pilgrim Pride - 1298 Peeples St
X Cutter
Sharpened and changed blades per set schedule to prevent quality decay.
Met tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks and managing workload effectively.
Increased production efficiency by streamlining cutting processes and implementing new techniques.
Kept work areas organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
Kept equipment clean and maintained in order to meet requirements.
Consistently met productivity goals while maintaining excellent quality standards in all work produced.
January 2018 - August 2018
Coca-Cola - 4000 Amicola Highway Chattanooga TN 37406
Assembly Line Production Worker
Achieved consistent results in product quality while maintaining a fast-paced work environment on the assembly line.
Increased product quality through thorough inspection of assembled items before packaging.
Exceeded company expectations regarding punctuality and attendance, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to the success of the assembly line team.
Assisted with training new employees, sharing expertise and best practices for assembly line work.
March 2021 - October 2021
Gestamp - 3063 Hickory Valley Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Laser Operator
Moved steel plates, laser cut items and scrap metal using safe lifting practices.
Developed time-saving techniques in processing job orders without compromising precision or quality standards set forth by the company policy guidelines.
Increased overall product quality by conducting regular machine maintenance and calibration checks.
Located proper tooling, checked heights and adjusted settings.
Optimized workflow by effectively organizing raw materials, finished products, and workspaces.
April 2023 - April 2023
Kochs Food - 1826 Cappella St, Chattanooga, TN 37408
Handjack pallet operator
Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
Enhanced overall productivity by maintaining pallet jacks, performing routine inspections, and addressing any necessary repairs promptly.
Streamlined inventory management by accurately picking and preparing orders using pallet jacks, ensuring timely deliveries.
Contributed to a well-organized warehouse environment through the effective use of pallet jacks in relocating stock items.
Displayed proper manufacturing date on product with legible data codes.
September 2023 - October 2023
Yangfeng - 7463 Bonnyshire Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37416
Forklift Operator
Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Education
May 2002
Chamblee Charter High School 3688 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, Chamblee GA
None English
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