Forklift Driver Order Picker / delivery driver

Johnny K. Upshaw

Austell, GA ***** 678-***-**** *************@*****.***

Objective

A highly skilled, organized, and hard-working individual seeking to obtain a career that requires a self-starter with versatile and solid industry experience, a reputation for dependability, and the ability to meet high productivity standards and quality of work. Skills & Abilities

· Forklift Operation • Attention to Detail • Organization • Efficiency • Safety Awareness • Communication • Driving • Leadership • Problem- solving • Time Management • Compliance • Record-keeping Experience

ORDER PICKER/FORKLIFT DRIVER GRIMCO – KENNESAW, GA MARCH 2023 – PRESENT

· Operate forklifts and other equipment to pick and stage orders according to customer specifications and delivery schedules.

· Ensure accuracy in order picking, verifying items and quantities to prevent errors and maintain high-quality standards.

· Adhere to safety protocols while maneuvering equipment and handling materials maintain a safe working environment.

· Collaborate with team members to maintain inventory accuracy, organize storage areas, and support warehouse operations. LEAD DRIVER LESLIE LOGISTICS & RESOURCES – DOUGLASVILLE, GA AUGUST 2022 – MARCH 2023

· Oversaw and coordinated transportation operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods to designated destinations.

· Supervised & supported a team of drivers, providing guidance and training to ensure adherence to protocols and delivery schedules.

· Maintained records of shipments, including inventory, delivery logs, and vehicle maintenance, to facilitate smooth operations.

· Executed strategies to optimize routes and minimize fuel consumption, transportation costs while maximizing customer satisfaction. SHIPPING & RECEIVING TEAM LEAD ATLANTICO – MARIETTA, GA SEPTEMBER 2018 – AUGUST 2022

· Successfully managed production activities ensuring that orders were shipped in a timely manner

· Managed and coached an average of 4-6 employees daily to meet production standards

· Recommended and executed quality improvements for production and product quality.

· Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents, and reports.

· Implemented performance quality, and efficiency measures to achieve aggressive production goals. SECURITY OFFICER SIMPLY STAFFING – CARTERSVILLE, GA JANUARY 2016 – DECEMBER 2017

· Patrolled premises to detect and/or prevent signs of intrusion and ensure the security of doors, windows, and gates.

· Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to maintain the security of premises.

· Reported on daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, or unusual occurrences. LEAD MOVER/PACKER EARL WHITE INC – CARTERSIVILLE, GA JANUARY 2012 – DECEMBER 2015

· Coordinated delivery and pick up of items and ensured that all cargo was properly secured to avoid damage.

· Safely packed and transported items pertaining to departmental moves, destroy runs, and relocation of product to numerous facilities.

· Utilized equipment to load, unload, move, stack, and stage product materials using power equipment.

· Ensured inbound and outbound shipments were accurate and free from damage. Education

High School Diploma 1994

Marietta High School, Marietta, GA

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