Forklift Operator M E

A B O U T M E

KELVIN RUNNELS

EXPERIENCED FORKLIFT OPERATOR

OBJECTIVE

My objective is to obtain a forklift operator position that will combine my forklift operator experience and knowledgeable background to directly contribute to the growth and success of a company or organization.

EXPERIENCE

FORKLIFT OPERATOR – R+L CARRIERS

(September 2022 – Present)

Line hauling, loading, and unloading freight vehicles using related equipment

Picking and packaging orders

Maintaining simple inventory

Performing quality checks and safety measures

Ensuring timely delivery of freight

Complying with company safety, policies, and procedures

Assisting with loading/unloading/order pulling/packaging

Collaborating and working in a team environment with all levels of the organization

Transporting materials to various locations within the facility

FORKLIFT OPERATOR – DB SCHENKER

(August 2021 – September 2022)

Loading / Unloading freight into and / out of warehouse

Picking cases

Moving product throughout the facility

Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency

Scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs

Managing inventory

Scanning equipment

FORKLIFT OPERATOR – DAIKIN GLOBAL

(April 2020 – August 2021)

Process material transfers within the warehouse and manufacturing areas

Operate powered industrial vehicles such as: tuggers, sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, etc., to load and unload material, make deliveries to and from storage areas, assembly areas, machines, and loading docks

Transferred dyes ranging from 5,000 lbs. – 25,000 lbs. to into press machines

Transport purchase and make materials with integrity and safety with the utmost importance

Ensure material is transported to correct locations for inventory accuracy

Ensure loads are secure at all times

Possessing the ablility to drive designated vehicles safely

Ability to utilize the PKMS through RF scanning

Complete and turn in at the end of each shift all required paperwork such as: OSHA vehicle check sheets, schedules, and packing slips

Complete a daily Pre & Post shift daily equipment/truck inspection

Attend and participate in daily safety meetings

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment while wearinf the proper PPE and uniform during each shift

Executing assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner

Follows instruction for operating equipment and keeping records

Working as one team to help each other and striving to be world class

FORKLIFT OPERATOR - TEXAS TISSUE

(March 2018 – July 2019)

Safely operated forklift removing finished goods from manufacturing line

Supplied paper processing lines with large paper rolls ranging from 5,000 lbs. – 10,000 lbs.

Removed finished goods on pallets and moved to shipping staging area

Scanned all pallets produced into the ERP system using hand scanner

Visually inspected all finished pallets for obvious damage, open packs and defects prior to placing them in the warehouse

Immediately reported all defect conditions to the production supervisor and/or quality department

Inspected all pallets prior to placing empty pallets on the line

Performed clean-up duties in area as assigned and responsible for upkeep of the area at all times.

Maintained Texas Tissues ambitious standards of customer service and provided quality service of loading and unloading product when asked

Maintained the ability to follow company safety policies and used safety devices as required

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE - GUARDIAN BUILDING PRODUCTS

(July 2017 - March 2018)

Assisted in shipping/receiving, unloading trucks, and checkin in merchandise

Prepared orders by processing requests and supply orders, pulling materials, packing boxes, placing orders in delivery area

Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to organizational standards

Maintained inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, printing requests, recorded amounts of materials or items received, or distributed through a computer

Assisted in counting physical inventory

Prepared order and inventory for shipping

Maintained safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallets area, and work station neat

Displyed proper safety equipment

DRY PATTERN TENDER – GEORGIA PACIFIC

(February 2016 - July 2017)

Worked on a production line operating machinery to expected performance level

Collaborated with the team to help meet or exceed production, waste, and quality goals

Ensured that machines were set up properly and performed completely

Troubleshooted and made adjustments to equipment as needed

Performed various basic asset care duties and routine preventative maintenance on equipment

Cleaned work area throughout assigned shift to ensure an orderly and safe environment

Adhered to all safety, health, and plant guidelines, policies, and procedures

Organized final product for shipping and distribution

FORKLIFT OPERATOR – LUFKIN GENERAL ELECTRIC

(March 2004 – January 2015)

Responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise

Accountable for the safe and efficient operation of forklift vehicle

Unloaded/Loaded materials safely and moved products to storage locations

Removed castings / moldings ranging from 500 lbs. – 50,000 lbs.

Professionally stacked and stored patterns in the appropriate areas

Pulled and prepared materials for shipment

Used radio frequency as needed

Ensured inbound and outbound were accurate and free of damage

Adhered to customer and quality service standards set forth by the company

Identified safety hazards in the workplace

Consolidated partial pallets for incoming goods

PAINT MACHINE OPERATOR – CYBERSHIELD OF EAST TEXAS

(March 2003 – January 2004)

Applied paint / plastic coatings to electronics

Filled machine tanks with a mixture of paints and chemicals while adding prescribed amounts of solutions

Inspected electronic chips

Dipped metal parts in chemical baths to prepare surface

Immersed racks / baskets or articles in vats of paint liquid plastic, and other solutions using a power hoist

Adjusted nozzles on the spray guns to obtain the prosper dispersion of the spray

Checked the flow and viscosity of the paint solution

Checked products for flaws, bubbles, or imperfections

Regulated the temperature and air circulation on drying ovens

Operated automated painting systems

Observed and adjusted gauges

DRIVER / MOVER – LUFKIN MOVING & STORAGE

(November 2001 – March 2003)

Loaded / Unloaded furniture and related materials onto/off trucks

Ensured that appropriate pads and ropes were used to prevent damage

Operated forklift, mechanical lift gates, and mechanical platforms to facilitate loading and unloading of materials, as appropriate to the area of operation

Operated moving truck

Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment / supplies

Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices

BEER DISTRIBUTOR – HILLMAN INTERNATIONAL

(June 2001 – November 2001)

Delivered, rotated, and merchandised specialty beverage products for retail grocery and convenient store accounts

Ensured loads were built and loaded accurately in a timely manner

Loaded / unloaded delivery trucks

Ensured proper stock rotation in the warehouse and on trucks

Completely and turned in all company paperwork, invoices, display forms, load sheets, and cash / checks within required timeframes

Maintained appearance of facility – including monitoring and repacking damaged products and general maintenance of equipment

Performed other and additional warehouse duties on as needed basis

SKILLS

Stocking

Packing

Loading / Unloading

Pallet Jack Operation

Forklift Operation / Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Inventory Control

Critical Thinking

Patience

Communication

Flexibility

Organization

Teamwork

I am a reliable and dedicated Forklift Operator with over 20 years of experience. I am efficient and accurate. I possess a clean safety record. I am proficient in operating under tight schedules.

C O N T A C T

******.*******@*****.***

(936) 229 - 2857

14600 Huffmeister Rd.

Cypress, Texas 77429

E D U C A T I O N

LUFKIN HIGH SCHOOL

Diploma

1994

OSHA CERTIFIED

Forklift Certification

2021

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