Forklift Operator Heavy Equipment

423-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Knoxville, TN *7917

Objective

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. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented

problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities. Observant professional with

experience supporting material and inventory operations. Practiced securing large loads to minimize damage.

Physically fit and reliable with superior work ethic and commitment to supporting team needs. Trained in warehouse

operations and safety.

Education Experience

Davenport FORKLIFT OPERATOR

University Warehouse- Lexington, KY

Bachelor of Science August 2022- August 2024

Nursing

May 2011 * Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks,

containers and railcars using forklift.

* Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including

deliveries, receipts and shipments.

* Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal

performance.

* Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and

stability.

* Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.

* Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians

or other equipment.

* Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.

* Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and

delivery vehicles as needed.

* Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking

methods according to company policies and procedures.

* Report any damage or malfunctions of equipment immediately to

supervisor and manager.

* Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before

loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.

* Unloaded delivery trucks with products by hand or utilizing lift-gate

truck when needed.

* Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval durin,

eceived incoming shipment ifying quantity, condition

labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order

specifications.

* Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA.

regulations.

* Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking,

sorting, staging and scanning products.

* Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or

handled throughout the day.

* Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage

and transport operations.

* Always complied with safety regulations while operating heavy

machinery like forklifts.

* Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operations of

material handling equipment.

* Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and

production areas and loading docks.

* Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by

company policies.

* Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported

materials to the staging area.

* Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.

* Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.

* Reported safety and quality issues to management.

* Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.

* Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate

piles and stacked baled trash.

* Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.

* Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading,

processing, and storage area.

* Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and

minimize downtime.

Skills

* Inventory staging

* Palletizing

* Production

reporting

* Material handling

* Stock allocation

* Product inspection

Certifications

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