Forklift Operator Machine

CHRISTOPHER RUFFIN

Sylvania, GA ***** 912-***-**** **************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

SKILLS

• Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation

• Production Equipment Experience

• Materials Assembly

• Reading and Determining Measurements

• Rig-Up Procedures

• Workplace Safety

• Regulatory Compliance

• Handheld Scanners

• Heavy Lifting

• Wrapping and Boxing

• Packing Slip Verification

• Lockout and Tagout Processes

• Attention to Detail

• Basic Math

WORK HISTORY

Machine Operator, December 2021 to Current

Milliken & Co – Sylvania, GA

• Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.

• Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

• Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.

• Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.

• Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.

• Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non- conformance issues.

• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

• Maintained energy and enthusiasm and proved successful working within tight deadlines in fast- paced atmosphere.

• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

• Handled challenging situations with ease.

• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

• Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time. Forklift Operator, 03/2021 to 12/2021

Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated – Pooler, GA

• Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices at designated locations for best project availability.

• Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.

• Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.

• Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders and packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.

• Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.

• Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

• Operated all loaders equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.

• Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.

• Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions. Material Handler, 11/2020 to 02/2021

Walmart Distribution – Statesboro, GA

• Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.

• Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.

• Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.

• Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment. Line Operator, 07/2019 to 09/2020

Claxton Poultry – Sylvania, GA

• Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.

• Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality

• Followed job order for product specifications and sequence of operations.

• Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.

• Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.

• Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.

• Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.

• Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards. EDUCATION

High School Diploma: 2009

Screven County High School - Sylvania, GA

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