Forklift Operator Warehouse Operations

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JEFF WALTON

*************@***.*** 479-***-**** Barling, AR 72923

Highly skilled Forklift Operator with background in warehouse operations, inventory management, and safety compliance. Strong ability to operate heavy machinery while prioritizing efficiency and adhering to safety protocols. Demonstrated leadership skills with focus on team collaboration and process improvements. Proven track record of contributing to company goals through diligent work ethic and adaptability. Talented professional with several years in warehouse environments successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills.

20 years experience operating propane and electric forklifts.

Knowledgeable of SAP.

Knowledgeable of Microsoft office.

Experience scanning various items to various locations in warehouse and production areas.

Graphic Packaging International Fort

Smith, AR

Forklift Operator/Warehouse Shipping

Lead

06/2015 - 07/2024

Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.

Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.

Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.

Pulled loads from warehouse to staging area.

Loaded any outbound loads that showed up early and or late. Knowledgeable of SAP

Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.

Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.

Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.

Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.

Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.

Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.

Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts. Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.

Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.

Summary

Skills

Experience

Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations. Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.

Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications. Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.

Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.

Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance. Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.

Run orders for the following day to pull, stage and load. Ashland Inc Fort Smith, AR

Production Blender A

02/2005 - 04/2015

Large Batch Building, Staging/Packaging

Harp's Fort Smith

Night Manager

09/2002 - 03/2005

Cashier, Stocking shelves, Personnel management

CV's Fort Smith

Cashier

08/1999 - 09/2002

Stock Shelves, Meat department

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR CADD

Graphic Design

Business Management

02/2005

Lavaca High School Lavaca, AR

01/2001

Education and Training

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