Forklift Operator Heavy Equipment

BENJAMIN ALMODOVAR

Orlando, United States *****

*********@*****.*** / 407-***-****

SUMMARY

Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. 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. Organized professional experienced in safely moving materials in high-volume warehouse environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management as well as shipping and receiving procedures. Ambitious and hardworking with drive to deliver top-quality results.

Hardworking and observant professional with experience operating and maintaining equipment. Dedicated to moving materials to meet challenging demands and promote team productivity. . Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes. SKILLS

Leadership

Bi lingual

Documentation

Warehouse picking

Palletizing

OSHA training

Warehouse best practices

Optimizing efficiency

Team building

Adaptability

Floor regulations

Strategic Planning

Volunteer oversight

Critical Thinking

Legislative review

Conflict Resolution

Industrial hygiene

Priority management

Training and mentoring

Project Management

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking Abilities

Team Leadership

Problem-solving aptitude

Professionalism

Experience in leadership

Time management abilities

Reliability

Risk Management

Complaint resolution

Credit card payment processing

Warehousing functions

Refunds processing

Member account management

Merchandise upselling

Hospitality and accommodation

Sales closing

Courteous demeanor

Store maintenance

BA

EXPERIENCE

Construction Forklift Operator / Accesso strategy - Tampa, Florida 08/2016 - Current Decade of Forklift operating experience

Maintained compliance with OSHA standards as a certified operator for K10 and K20 lifts. Operated man lift machines according to OSHA standards. Handled payload and loader machines effectively.

Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts. Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance. Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations. Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.

Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments. Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, lumber deliveries and pallets using boom forklift Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.

Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts. Organized and ran labor crew for trash and construction debris collection Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day. Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment. Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear. Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods. Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.

Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime. Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handlin. Recorded receipt of materials accurately on driver paperwork. Scheduled and conducted weekly safety protocol sessions for OSHA. Verified that workers wore safety glasses, gloves, steel toe boots, and harnesses. Assisting supervisor on translating to the workers what needs to be done for the day Maintained detailed inventory of job site materials, including lumber, trusses, joists, and hardware. Lifted materials securely to reach elevated areas like roofs of 2 to 4 floors. Performed punch out duties during downtime.

Sales Associate / ICE - Orlando, FL 11/2015 - 03/2016 Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service. Assisted customers with product selections and different types of vacation packages Provided accurate information about products, prices and services. Conducted outbound sales calls.

Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business. Handled customer complaints in a professional manner. Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives. Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs. Secured sales contracts.(Closing sales)

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Staffing Agency - Orlando, FL 07/2014 - 11/2015 Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift. Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management. Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift. Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code. Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed. Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels. Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse. Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment. Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse. Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first. Cleaned up spills or debris in work areas immediately following an incident. Reported any issues or discrepancies regarding product quantity or quality to supervisors immediately. Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse. Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.

Organized warehouse and arranged items following procedures and safety rules. Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items. Staged goods in loading dock area.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Haward fertilizer - Orlando, FL 02/2013 - 04/2014 Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift. Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management. Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift. Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment. Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse. Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code. Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed. Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels. Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse. Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment. Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas. Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips. Cleaned up spills or debris in work areas immediately following an incident. Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse. Located, pulled and prepared orders.

Organized warehouse and arranged items following procedures and safety rules. Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items. Staged goods in loading dock area.

Received, inspected and stocked incoming shipments. Handled maintenance tasks on equipment by checking fuel, lubricants, oil, antifreeze, tires and general condition. Completed daily logs for recordkeeping.

Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work. Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials. Line Worker / Spice World - Orlando, FL 03/2011 - 01/2013 Assisted in the assembly of products on the production line. Maintained accurate records of all parts and materials used during production. Monitored production line for any defects or malfunctions, and reported to supervisor when necessary. Inspected finished products for accuracy and completeness prior to packaging. Performed quality control checks to ensure product specifications were met. Utilized tape machine to secure boxes.

Place boxes neatly on pallets as directed by company policy Operated wrapping machine to prepare pallets for transport. Manually wrapped pallets

Monitored machinery for uninterrupted workflow during packaging. Ran different lines inside the warehouse for different types of products Operated machinery for product packaging.

Dishwasher / Mike's new York dinner - Rochester, NY 05/2008 - 04/2010 Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment. Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils. Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves. Cleaned food preparation areas such as countertops, cupboards, appliances exteriors, walls floors and sinks. Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed. Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations. Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves. Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers. Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation. Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks. Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary. Culinary Specialist / United States Navy, USN - Norfolk, VA 06/2001 - 09/2006 Planned and prepared meals for large groups of people, using standardized recipes. Conducted inventory of food items and supplies in order to maintain optimal stock levels. Developed menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences. Executed advanced cooking techniques such as braising, roasting, poaching, and sautéing. Trained kitchen staff on proper knife handling, sanitation procedures, and safety regulations. Supervised the preparation of food items according to established recipes and standards. Performed quality control checks on all cooked foods before serving them to customers. Monitored food production throughout service periods to ensure timely delivery of dishes. Reviewed weekly orders from suppliers to ensure freshness of ingredients used in dishes. Assisted in training new employees on proper cooking methods and food safety practices. Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area while adhering to safety guidelines. Trained in bakery operations.

Managed a team of 28 seamen and culinary specialists. Converted recipes to ensure proper ingredient portions. Used recipe cards to prep meals

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

High School Diploma 05/2001

Santiago Iglesias Pantin - Ceiba, Puerto Rico

Some College (No Degree): Culinary Arts

Navy Culinary School - San Antonio, TX

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