Material Handler Forklift Operator
Resume:
Reed Davis
*******@*****.***
Rockford, IL
Professional Summary:
● Detail-oriented and highly skilled Material Handler with over a decade of comprehensive experience in forklift operations, order management, and inventory control.
● Proven track record in efficiently handling shipping and receiving processes, supervising teams, and managing resources in fast-paced environments.
● Adept at using power tools, hand tools, and heavy machinery, with a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and safety regulations.
● Used Powered Industrial Equipment such as Electric and Manual Forklifts, and Cranes to remove products from trailers.
● Order Picking materials that are essential to keep the lines Perform all duties safely, considering quality in all duties using discretion in determining when to order materials extracting and loading transport materials.
● Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of packet and equipment on a daily basis. Operated an industrial fork truck to move parts from and to locations in the plant
● Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel hooks, hoists, or elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack material.
● Followed good manufacturing processes (GMPs). Set up machining, performed required maintenance, and made adjustments to machines. Follow ISO standards Monitor and order non-inventory material from vendors.
● Certified Forklift Operator with expertise in blueprint reading, production machinery, and hydraulic motors.
● He is available for the interview Mon- Fri (11 AM to 2 PM) with 24-48 hours’ prior notice and can start immediately.
Skills:
● Forklift operator
● Material handler
● Order picker
● Customer support
● Shipping and Receiving
● Purchase order
● Inventory management
● Order management
● Documentation
● Supervising
● Manufacturing Process
● Equipment Operations
● Power tools
● Hand tools
● Methodical
● Hydraulic Motors
● Determined
● Passionate
● Production Machinery
● Resource Management
● Blueprint Reading
● Machine tools
● Regular Inspections
● Forklift Operations
● Cherry Picker
● Assembly
● Valve Testing
Education:
Boylan Catholic High School
High School, Diploma
Licenses and Certifications
Forklift August 2023
Professional Experience:
Perfetti van melle, Rockford, IL Aug 2023 – Jun 2024 Material Handler Machine operator
● Used Powered Industrial Equipment such as Electric and Manual Forklifts, and Cranes to remove products from trailers.
● Sorts and places materials from one place to another and takes care of customer orders, purchase orders, work orders and shipping and receiving orders.
● Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of packet and equipment on a daily basis
● Order Picking materials that are essential to keep the lines Perform all duties safely, considering quality in all duties using discretion in determining when to order materials extracting and loading transport materials.
● Prepares materials for shipment and Loads and unloads trucks. Picks and packs materials for shipment.
● Ensures safety protocols are followed. Complied with safety regulations.
● Unloaded Trailers delivering products to the Distribution warehouses.
● Break down pallets and re-stack cases onto new pallets.
● Performs duties safely and efficiently while working in a fast-paced Environment. Woodward, Loves Park, IL June 22 – Jun 2023
Overhaul technician
● Assembles all the orders from the warehouse and places orders on forklift Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of packets and equipment on a daily basis
● Operate forklift on a daily basis to load and unload the trucks
● Installed fixed and operated various types of machinery, and order picking. Main duties included performing routine maintenance checks, following strict safety regulations and guidelines, and operated mechanical and computer-operated equipment.
● Picking warehoused parts and delivering them to assembly areas to ensure efficient production
● Point of use utilizing a forklift, hand truck, or cart
● Unloading trucks for employees to take to proper locations throughout the warehouse
● Assure good quality is maintained on all outbound units
● Operated an industrial fork truck to move parts from and to locations in the plant
● As an Overhaul Technician, specialized in building and calibrating torque motors for aircraft engines, ensuring they met specific tolerances. Also involved extensive troubleshooting and the transportation of motors to various areas for testing and assembly.
Rock Valley Oil and Chemical, Rockford, IL Nov 2021 – Jun 2022 Material Handler/ Production Fluid Drummer
● Transporting purchased material from receiving and putting it to proper stock location. Run daily and weekly reports to review/resolve material variances.
● Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
● Weigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
● Manually or mechanically load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.
● As a Production Fluid Drummer, handled various types of oil and solvents, filling containers of up to 500 gallons.
● Operated forklifts and hold a certificate of complete certification. Also involved the preparation of chemical solutions.
PCI, Rockford, IL Apr 2021 – Jul 2021
Line lead supervisor
● Move controls to drive gasoline- or electric-powered trucks, cars, or tractors and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
● Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.
● Monitored and verified quality in accordance with statistical processes or other control procedures. Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
● Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
● Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issues directly and implementing timely solutions.
● Performed root cause analysis to determine quality issues and develop long-term solutions.
● Inspected products depending on complexity level or design for production.
● Worked on complex problems requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues.
● Followed good manufacturing processes (GMPs). Set up machining, performed required maintenance and made adjustments to machines.
● Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
● Made recommendations for new or revised processes and supported implementation. Supervised production staff of up to 20. Operated light-duty bench and floor-type machine tools and automation equipment.
● Trained line workers in production work. Checked machines using prescribed gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances.
● Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
● Completed logs and reports to document detailed information on production, spoilage, and departmental maintenance needs.
● Performed computer functions about job type. Prioritized employee safety to reduce incidents.
● Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts. Completed job cards correctly and on time. Refurbished William Clear Coating, Rockford, IL Nov 2017 – Aug 2020 Material Handler
● Processed, sorted, and tagged donations that came into the donation center. Also stocked shelves and helped customers. Consistently surpassed production goals for pricing and tagging clothes.
● Warehouse work operated hand trucks and forklifts. Removed old finishes and degraded parts to complete skilled repairs and restore ideal appearances.
● Dispatched work orders and material to Maintenance personnel electricians/mechanics to different departments to work on machinery then input information into the work order Protected final finishes by applying lacquers and other sealants.
● Created unique finishes such as antique looks with the help of Proven successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.
● Eliminated downtime and maximize revenue by providing top project quality control. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
● Followed blueprints to produce specific designs. Brushed bleaching agents on wood surfaces to restore natural colour.
● Disassembled items to prepare for finishing using hand tools. Produced smooth finishes by removing imperfections before and after applying coats.
● Evaluated the extent of damage to furniture and determined optimal repair approach based on unique piece requirements.
Fitzgerald Equipment, Rockford, IL Jan 2011 – Jun 2016 Parts Department Associate
● Follow ISO standards Monitor and order non-inventory material from vendors.
● Build small large battery pack for electric devices such as forklifts, golf cars, Tesla Cars, and other electric devices. Download software information into the systems or in the battery pack.
● Process the battery pack and material to process and ship it to customer-inspected parts for defects, removing damaged parts and replacing them with new ones.
● Reached out to vendors outside the usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources. Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
● Ordered parts for customers, repair shops, and departments for use in equipment. Moved parts to designated bays for deliveries using forklift equipment while overseeing safety procedures.
● Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly. Completed all sales and service documentation for customer and business records and provided receipts of purchase. Delivered merchandise to business locations for use in repairs or direct sales.
● Processed and reserved return orders, checking for discrepancies, potential usage and issues.
● Reviewed current processes and procedures and implemented proactive adjustments to maintain quality, service, and sales standards.
● Identified specific replacement parts to meet customers' needs, making accurate suggestions with confidence.
● Recommended alternative parts if necessary and taught customers fundamentals of part modification and repair.
● Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfil demands. Used and maintained knowledge of stock numbering systems and properly categorized them for easy access and organization.
● Maintained clean and neat parts counter and sales floor. Liebovich Steel, Rockford, IL Jan 2005 – Nov 2010
Forklift Operator
● Maximized efficiency by removing safety hazards and debris from work areas. Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements and meet desired tolerances.
● Mounted workpieces in holding devices, manually or using a hoist.
● Monitored machines and made appropriate adjustments for speed control and wood feeds, which boosted the production of quality products.
● Inspected equipment before, during, and after shifts to initiate fixes for issues that could delay projects. Keep equipment running by clearing jams. Used Sit-down Cherry Picker to shift products.
● Determine proper settings for equipment to manufacture goods. Verified dimensions of finishing workpiece and frequently used weld and anneal saw blades.
● Set controls to adjust speed, feed rate, and blade tensions.
● Troubleshoot equipment issues to keep machinery functioning properly during shifts.
● Set up and powered saws to cut, slot, groove, meter, and trim metallic and non-metallic workpieces according to specifications.
● Followed strict safety guidelines. Completed special cuts, grooves, and bevels to
● produce desired looks. Trained newly hired employees on machine operations and control setups, explaining safety procedures to prevent injuries.
● Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings, and maintain desired tension and speeds. Scribed reference lines on materials as a guide for sawing operations.
● Identified stock imperfections, assigned grades and noted production concerns based on regular inspections. Sharpened and replaced worn or defective blades and bands using hand tools.
● Documented counts and sorted finished work to promote easy access for shipping or additional processing.
● Implemented Technique to reduce Type issues and notified Job title immediately for assistance with escalating problems
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