Forklift Operator Package Handler
Resume:
Claude Mason
Forklift Operator
Concord, NC *****
************@*****.***
Talented Forklift Operator with over 10 years in warehouse environments successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Package Handler
FedEx Ground - Concord, NC
December 2020 to Present
• Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
• Palletized boxes to streamline movement and shipment.
• Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
• Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
• Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
• Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
• Used hand tools and loading equipment, including pallet jacks and two-wheelers.
• Moved inventory items using forklift equipment safely to prevent accidents and mishaps. Material Mixer
Oiles America Corporation - Concord, CA
July 2017 to September 2020
• Used [Tool] to test mixes for safety, accuracy and adherence to regulations.
• Completed all batch production documentation for submission.
• Adjusted equipment controls using required tools based on daily work orders and amounts.
• Organized and maintained sanitary standards.
• Operated mixer safely by adhering to all manufacturer instructions and safety recommendations to avoid workplace accidents.
• Adhered to strict safety and QA standards.
• Determined formulations and settings for batch manufacturing process of products.
• Inspected, made repairs and cleaned all equipment after each shift to increase longevity and cut equipment costs.
Machine Operator
Galvan Industries - Harrisburg, NC
August 2016 to April 2017
• Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
• Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
• Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to- date, using required software.
• Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
• Rigged equipment, connected hoses and delivered product to various locations.
• Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to increase equipment lifetimes and cut costs..
• Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
• Operated various gauges to inspect pieces after production completion.
• Used bolts, shackles and clamps to connect pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures. Floor Support
Wilbert Plastic Services - Harrisburg, NC
May 2013 to April 2016
• Organized and updated schedules to optimize coverage for expected customer demands.
• Stayed up-to-date on extensive company products and services.
• Delegated tasks appropriate to individual employees to provide development opportunities.
• Established ambitious goals for employees and departments in order to promote quality and productivity improvements.
• Performed quality assurance procedures to deliver products and services that met standard grade.
• Taught and mentored staff in proper methods for accomplishing tasks.
• Trained, motivated and oversaw a substantial amount of teams delivering outstanding service to every customer.
• Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
• Sustained forklift functionality by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
• Immediately reported any safety and quality issues to management.
• Logged weight and destination production data in detailed daily logs for management review.
• Weighed materials and recorded weights on tags, labels and production schedules.
• Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
• Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
• Examined empty pallets for damage and moved pallets to proper storage areas. Forklift Operator/Packer
Artfx/Tegra - Concord, NC
June 2011 to February 2013
• Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
• Assembled cartons, crates and containers.
• Documented product transfers and shipments using software to keep records current and accurate.
• Utilized pallet jacks to move items to and from different warehouse locations.
• Inspected outgoing shipments to maintain effective quality assurance standards.
• Volunteered for additional hours and shifts during peak periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
• Used tools, sprayers and cleaning solutions to clean contaminants from work areas.
• Bent, lifted, opened, and moved products weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Used tools to accurately label and mark over packages daily, diligently examining labels and packages for defects or inaccurate labels.
• Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories.
• Coordinated shipping and receiving schedules with production to assist in traffic control on docks.
• Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles to promote safe work environment.
• Carried out duties within fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods and plans.
Tire and Axel Department
Oakwood Mobile Homes - Richfield, NC
March 2009 to January 2011
• Employed process improvement initiatives within department.
• Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
• Followed all safety protocols and company processes and procedures.
• Utilized excellent math skills to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Assisted negotiation with vendors and suppliers to reduce cost.
• Determined performance goals for departmental employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
• Enforced safety rules and other policies to protect employees and minimize company liability.
• Collaborated with visual merchandising team to develop strategies to drive profitability. Forklift Operator
Lippert Components - Harrisburg, NC
March 1996 to January 2007
• Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
• Consistently met deadlines for loading trailers to meet departure deadlines.
• Maximized team efficiency by using equipment such as an Forklift to move materials.
• Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
• Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.
• Examined empty pallets for damage and moved pallets to proper storage areas.
• Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
• Divided and sorted product shipments received using account information and shipping labels.
• Stored and retrieved materials according to first-in/first-out principle.
• Complied with OSHA regulations, company policies and protocols to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
• Documented all tally sheets, slot changes, shuttle transfers and other paperwork.
• Pulled and prepared product for shipment to guarantee loads of exact quantity and product type.
• Acted as spotter to alert forklift driver if products were slipping or falling.
• Filled out inspection logs at beginning of each shift.
• Weighed materials and recorded weights on tags, labels and production schedules.
• Recorded count and condition of all cargo received.
• Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
• Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
• Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials. Education
GED
Skills
• Warehouse Experience (10+ years)
• Pallet Jack (10+ years)
• Load & Unload (10+ years)
• Forklift Operator (10+ years)
• Time Management (10+ years)
• Organizational Skills (10+ years)
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