Forklift Operator Team Member

James Haskins

Topeka, KS ***** 785-***-**** **********@*****.***

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. 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. 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. 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. Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards. Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades. Versatile worker highly skilled in planning routes and transportation logistics to achieve strict delivery timeframes and maintain customer service and satisfaction benchmarks. In-depth knowledge of specialized transportation equipment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team 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. 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.

Professional Summary

Skills

Forklift Operation

Forklift Operator Certification

Loading and unloading

Shipping and receiving

Team Player

Warehouse Operations

Warehouse Safety

Material Handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork and Collaboration

General laborer

Order Picking

Order picking and processing

Safe driver

Punctual and Reliable

Palletizing

Materials Handling

Problem-Solving

Material packaging

Shipping and receiving expert

OSHA Compliance

Heavy equipment operations

Storage and Organization

Lift Equipment Operation

Heavy Equipment Operation

OSHA Workplace Safety

Materials Movement

Workplace Cleanliness

Product Inspection

Inventory staging

Shipment Processing

Inventory Counts

Equipment operations

Materials Transport

Inventory Control

Equipment operation

Warehouse Management

Forklift Operator, 01/2023 - 12/2024

Resers Foods – Topeka, KS

Drove forklift delivered pallets to area that n

Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.

Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.

Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials. Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping. Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability. Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs. Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies. Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries. Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices. Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments. Work History

Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.

Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity. Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements. Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.

Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items. Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets. Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce. Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement. Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.

Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas. Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques. Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently. Warehouse Supervisor, 03/2022 - 08/2023

Walmart Distribution – Topeka, KS

Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts. Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety. Supervised shipping and handling operations.

Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory. Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.

Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes. Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate. Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations. Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy. Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes. Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.

Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads. Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions. Handled employee concerns promptly and effectively while maintaining open lines of communication amongst team members.

Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.

Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.

Increased accuracy in order fulfillment with thorough quality control checks before shipping orders.

Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details. Collaborated with other department heads on company-wide initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency across multiple divisions.

Managed merchandise inventory transactions.

Enhanced employee productivity through effective training programs and performance evaluations.

Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance. Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization. Mentored junior staff members to develop their skills in warehousing operations, fostering a supportive work environment for professional growth. Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to ensure seamless communication between sales, procurement, and logistics teams.

Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations. Ged: Basic, 08/1997

Topeka High School - Topeka, KS

Education

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