GODFREY BURKS
Cleveland, OH *****
843-***-**** - ************@*******.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and
transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to
promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual
comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as
shrink wrap machines. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid
effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication
skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
© Winner of the highest-level safety award given to employees within the
corporation.
* Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
SKILLS
© Quality Assurance © Delivery Information Verification
* OSHA Compliance © Parts Cleaning and Lubrication
© Material Loading and Unloading © Computer Terminal Operation
© Rate Control © Cargo Handling
© Load Inspection © Forklift Operator Certification
© Forklift Operation © Top Loaders
© Weight Documentation © Heavy Load Hoisting
© Skid, Platform and Car Emptying
Work History
12/2016 to 01/2022 Forklift Operator
Sam's Club — Charlotte, NC
© Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent
load shifting.
© Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs
and malfunctions.
© Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process
orders efficiently. 0
© Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
07/2011 to 11/2016 Forklift Operator
STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY - Charleston, SC
© Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent
load shifting.
© Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs
and malfunctions.
© Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process
orders efficiently.
© Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
EDUCATION
09/2005 Associate of Arts: Business Administration
Cuyahoga Community College - Cleveland, OH
05/1982 High School Diploma
Pine Forge Academy - Pine Forge, PA