John Graves
Union, NJ *****
***************.***@*****.***
Over 30+ years' experience in warehouse operations.
State of New Jersey Forklift Certification 2009 - OSHA Safety Certified.
Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational and problem solving capabilities. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Delivery Driver/Warehouse
Ace Janitorial Supply Inc.-New York, NY
February 2020 to Present
Delivery of Janitorial supplies to hospitals, schools departments stores mostly to anyone that does housekeeping type of work to there businesses.
Delivery Driver
Avalar Trucking Company-Avenel, NJ
December 2019 to January 2020
Delivering merchandise to companies to Connecticut, Pa, MD, NY, NJ.Load & Unload Box truck 26Ft. Handyman
T & L Catering-North Plainfield, NJ
February 2018 to 2019
Perform basic tasks including painting and filling crevices, clean facilities, and managing maintenance repairs.
Provide clients' with support and guidance on maintaining their equipment, outside spaces such as parking lots/sidewalks, and conducting performance assessments of company appliances. Store Clerk
Central Paint & Hardware/BM Paints-Plainfield, NJ
February 2017 to January 2018
Responsible for assisting in shipping & receiving, unloading & loading trucks, fulfilling purchase orders, and keeping the store stocked with essential merchandise.
Answered customers product and service questions with the target always being excellent service standards and maintaining high customer satisfaction. Dairy Clerk
PriceRite Marketplace-Paterson, NJ
November 2016 to February 2017
To deliver a great customer experience while pricing, stocking, and rotating merchandise in the Diary Department.
To maintain a neat, clean, and visually appealing department and to perform other tasks as required in an efficient and safe manner within company policy. Lifter
Gaeta Recycling-Clifton, NJ
June 2016 to December 2016
Garbage Disposal Lifter
Conduct all activities according to the delivery and collection schedule and all relevant policies and procedures.
Responsible for taking note of residents' complaints and responding in a courteous and respectful manner to help municipal services.
Recycled paper, cardboard, glass, etc. to ensure clean health for the environment/community. Delivery Driver
ShopRite-Lodi, NJ
February 2009 to July 2013
Provide professional customer service with an oriented personality.
Responsible for accuracy of customer purchases and meeting all deadlines.
Safely operate commercial vehicles on a daily basis. Forklift Operator/Order Puller
MechoShade Systems-Edison, NJ
December 2010 to January 2011
Receiving/Extrusion
Order picked items to help with smooth running of warehouse.
Operated standup forklift to distribute pallets to the right sectors of warehouse.
Developed accurate, consistent, and enhancements to the inventory reporting structure. Forklift / Chemical Operator
MPT Delivery Systems-Paterson, NJ
April 2010 to August 2010
Ran a series of inventory reports on a weekly basis and performed detailed analysis of each item.
Carried raw materials to the manufacturing facilities and delivered these finished products to assigned distribution areas.
Responsible for determining chemical ingredient ratios and chemical reaction rates. Order Puller/Forklift Operator
Alfred Dunner, Inc-Parsippany, NJ
September 2009 to April 2010
Error Corrections
Helped reduce errors, waste, and product defects.
Maintained machinery & systems used in manufacturing process.
Provided recommendations to reduce tooling cost and improve setup times, material flows, and cycle times.
Stand-up Forklift Operator
Restaurant Depot-South Plainfield, NJ
November 2008 to August 2009
Loaded, unloaded, moved, stacked, and staged product and materials using a forklift or other power equipment.
Kept appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security were maintained.
Assisted in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as required. Truck Driver/ Forklift Operator
Huston Lumber & Supply-North Plainfield, NJ
May 1993 to August 1995
Loaded and unloaded inbound shipments safely and moved products to storage locations.
Experience with standards of operation (OSHA requirements on minimum/maximum speeds, signaling, putting product in appropriate area.
Picked up and delivered Cash On Delivery orders. Truck Driver
Eber's Casual Furniture-North Plainfield, NJ
March 1984 to November 1985
Delivered and set-up of furniture in customer's home, removing old furniture when necessary. Completed all paperwork involved.
Helped unpack and sample merchandise to sales floor.
Responsible for all aspects of cash management processing, which requires sound knowledge of basic principles of cashiering operations.
Machine Operator
Knickerbocker Toy Company-Middlesex, NJ
March 1981 to February 1983
Used radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, putaway, and load functions, as required.
Reported damages and discrepancies for accounting, reimbursement and record-keeping purposes. Verified materials against invoices to ensure the accuracy of the delivery. Education
None
USA Training Academy, Tractor-Trailer School - Newark, DE September 1984 to November 1984
High school or equivalent in General subjects
Plainfield High School Plainfield - Plainfield, NJ September 1973 to March 1977
Skills
• Computer Skills: Familiar working knowledge of Windows 10 & Microsoft Office Products. Ability to keep impeccable records on products, personnel, and service requests.
• Handyman
• Sheetrock
• drywall
• Apartment Maintenance
• Carpentry
• General Labor
• Driving Experience
• Box Truck Experience
• Commercial Driving Experience
• Customer Service
• Delivery Driver Experience
• Forklift
• Warehouse Experience
• Van Driver
• Order Picking
• Load & Unload
• Landscape Maintenance
• Facilities Maintenance
Certifications and Licenses
Certified Forklift Operator