BRIAN BOLTON
**** ***** **** ******, ***. #****, Morrow, GA 30260 · 678-***-****
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REQUIREMENTS
Country of Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Conditions of Employment: Acknowledge & Concur
Selective Service: Registered
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
As a Motor Vehicle Operator, I loaded and unloaded the vehicle and ensured that cargo was adequately loaded, distributed, and secured in the truck while maintaining its balance and stability. Coupled and uncoupled tractor trucks, semi-trailer and trailer which were connected and disconnected to the air brakes and electrical lines. Prepared inventory and generated reports, screened, identified, received, and issued documents for errors and discrepancies. Organized incoming shipments for maximum space utilization and stored surplus goods in a climate-controlled or designated location. Operated various forklifts to transport material and equipment around the storage facility and on mechanical vehicles. Used a computerized workstations to record data. Verified the quantity and quality of items received and input material and shipment in various computer terminals to record data. Ensured the forwarding of receipt documentation to the sender or receiver. Adhered to Agency personal and physical security guidelines. Utilized safety considerations and damage protection when handling shipments.
Skilled in using manual and automated equipment to transport, load, and unload shipments. Adept at maintaining manual and mechanical equipment, vehicles, forklifts, and trucks over 20k lbs. safely and efficiently.
EXPERIENCE
09/2022 –06/2023
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR, NFL Industries, McDonough, Georgia
40 HOURS/PW
As a Motor Vehicle Operator, I loaded, unloaded, and stored products from trucks and shipped and maintained equipment and supplies. Operated trucks and forklifts to move material from trucks to storage facility efficiently daily without causing damage to products, vehicles, and storage facilities. Palletized and stacked materials to ensure its secure and safe for transporting from one location to another. Opened containers and checked shipment received against invoice report or receipt document, comparing nomenclature or classification, stock numbers, register numbers, and quantity.
Handled straight, clamped Forks and Basaloid.
Pulled inventory, bar-coded from selected areas.
Stacked most material on pallets or small platforms and bays.
Pulled Orders stocked by date orders.
Handled other duties as needed.
Controlled inventory, counted by hand, and counted stocks.
Performed light computer entry as required.
11/2019—07/2021
LEAD DETAILER, JIM ELLIS TOYOTA, MCDONOUGH, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
As the Lead Detailer, I supervised and coordinated the activities of a team of detailers. Ensured detailed tasks were carried out efficiently and per established standards and guidelines. Maintained quality control throughout the detailing process. Reviewed completed work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to specifications. Provided guidance and feedback to detailers to improve their performance. Collaborated with project managers and other team members to plan and schedule detailing activities. Assisted in organizing and prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines and goals. Possessed a strong understanding of the industry's detailing techniques, tools, and software.
Assembled items for shipment or issue manually, by electric transportation, or by forklift. Stayed updated on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance efficiency and deliver high-quality results. Served as a point of contact between the detailers and other stakeholders, such as clients, project managers, and contractors. Communicated project requirements, specifications, and progress updates to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction. Responsible for training new detailers and providing ongoing coaching and mentorship to the team. Coordinated detailing activities, ensured quality control, and fostered a productive and efficient work environment for the team. Identified skill gaps and recommended training programs to enhance the capabilities of the detailers. Promoted and enforced safety protocols in the detailing process. Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards to maintain a safe working environment.
Managed and coordinated detailing activities, ensured quality control, and fostered a productive and efficient work environment for the team.
Detailed vehicle according to the customer's instructions, shampoo carpets and upholstery, vacuum floors, and seats.
Vacuumed vehicles cleaned ashtrays and cup holders, and conditioned vinyl and leather.
Cleaned all trash, debris, and dirt from the vehicle's interior using exceptional foams and detergents for specific microfibers.
Polished the vehicle's dashboard, steering wheel, trims, and moldings and cleaned door frames and instrument panels.
Loaded materials onto carrier safely to prevent damage during transport and expedited unloading.
Completed and signed shipping and receiving documents.
Reconditioned the vehicle s exterior and cleaned all glass on the vehicle inside and out with the appropriate type of rag and cleaning solution.
Cleaned all mirrors with the proper substance, steamed the engines, and removed grease from the engine and other parts under the hood.
Waxed and buffed vehicles after washing.
Provided all services indicated by customers with 100% accuracy.
Paid special attention to inconspicuous areas that may be ignored.
Maintained a clean work environment and understood the supplies to restore vehicle-specific problems.
09/2020—05/2021
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR, CEVA, MCDONOUGH, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
As a Motor Vehicle Operator, I loaded, unloaded, and stored products from trucks and shipped and maintained equipment and supplies. Operated trucks and forklifts to move material from trucks to storage facility efficiently daily without causing damage to products, vehicles, and storage facilities. Palletized and stacked materials to ensure its secure and safe for transporting from one location to another. Opened containers and checked shipment received against invoice report or receipt document, comparing nomenclature or classification, stock numbers, register numbers, and quantity.
Loaded and unloaded products from trucks.
Handled straight, clamped Forks and Basaloid
Pulled inventory and barcoding from selected areas.
Stacked most material on pallets or small platforms and bays.
Pulled Orders stocked by date orders.
Handled other duties as needed.
Inventory control, hand count, and stock counts.
DOT/Safety/OSHA compliance.
01/2012—11/2019
LEAD DETAILER, SONS HONDA, MCDONOUGH, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
As a Lead Detailer, I detailed the vehicle according to the customer's instructions, shampooed carpets and upholstery, and vacuumed floors and seats. Collaborated with project managers and other team members to plan and schedule detailing activities. Assisted in organizing and prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines and goals. Possessed a strong understanding of the industry's detailing techniques, tools, and software. Served as a point of contact between the detailers and other stakeholders, such as clients, project managers, and contractors. Communicated project requirements, specifications, and progress updates to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction. Promoted and enforced safety protocols in the detailing process. Coordinated detailing activities, provided quality control, and fostered a productive and efficient work environment for the team.
Reviewed completed work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to specifications.
Vacuumed vehicles cleaned ashtrays and cup holders, and conditioned vinyl and leather.
Cleaned all trash, debris, and dirt from the vehicle's interior using foams and detergents designed for specific microfibers.
Polished the dashboard, and steering wheel, trimmed and molded inside the vehicle, and cleaned door frames and instrument panels.
Reconditioned the vehicle exterior and cleaned all glass on the vehicle inside and out with the appropriate type of rag and cleaning solution.
Cleaned all mirrors with the proper substance, steamed the engines, and removed grease from the engine and other parts under the hood. Waxed and buffed vehicles after washing.
Provided all services indicated by customers with 100% accuracy.
Maintained a clean work environment and understood what supplies to use to restore vehicle-specific problems.
03/2011—01/2012
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR, KELLY STAFFING, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
As a Motor Vehicle Operator, I operated transport vehicles, transported passengers or goods, adhered to safety regulations, provided customer service, maintained records, maneuvered the forklift to lift, moved, stacked, and arranged materials or interests in the warehouse and other work environments. Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, containers, shelves, and storage areas using the electric forklift to ensure materials were securely placed and adequately balanced on the forklift to prevent damage and accidents during transportation. Planned routes effectively, considering traffic conditions, delivery schedules, or passenger pickup and drop-off points. Prioritized safety and followed all safety regulations and guidelines while operating vehicles.
Loaded and unloaded products from trucks.
Pulled inventory, bar-coded from selected areas.
Stacked most material on pallets and small platforms, and bays.
Pulled orders stocked by date orders.
Handled other duties as needed.
Inventory control, hand count, and stock counts.
Performed light computer entry as required.
Scanned products using RF scanners.
02/2011—03/2011
MATERIAL HANDLER/ MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR, KAMINO INRTERNATIONAL/AMBASSOR STAFFING, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
Planned routes effectively and considered traffic conditions, delivery schedules, and passenger pickup and drop-off points. Utilized maps, GPS devices, and other navigation tools to ensure timely and efficient transportation. Ensured that materials were securely placed and balanced on the forklift to prevent damage or accidents during transport. Was responsible for inspecting vehicles to ensure they were in good working condition. Performed routine maintenance tasks like checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and overall vehicle safety features.
Loaded and unloaded products from trucks.
Handled straight, clamp Forks and Basaloid.
Pulled inventory, barcoded from selected areas.
Stacked most material on pallets or small platforms and bays.
Pulled Orders stocked by date orders.
Handled other duties as needed.
Inventory control, hand count, and stock counts.
Performed light computer entry as required.
Scanned products using RF scanners.
08/2010—01/2011
ORDER PULLER, NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL, FAIRBURN, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
As an Order Puller, I followed all safety protocols and guidelines while working in the warehouse. Utilized and maintained equipment, wore appropriate protective gear and reported safety hazards and incidents to supervisors. Collaborated with warehouse supervisors, fellow team members, and other personnel to ensure smooth order fulfillment processes. Prioritize tasks and manage their time effectively to meet order fulfillment deadlines. Worked efficiently, optimized picking routes, and minimized errors and delays in order processing. Pulled items from storage, fulfilled customer orders, maintained inventory records, ensured quality control, documented order information, complied with safety guidelines, collaborated with team members, and worked with a focus on time management and efficiency.
Sorted and picked truck parts.
Pulled inventory and barcoding from selected areas by stock dates.
Handled Taylor-Dunn standup.
Handled other duties as needed.
Shipped truck parts using UPS.
Performed light computer data entry as required.
Scanned truck parts using RF scanners.
07/2007—10/2009
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR, KELLOGG’S/STAFFMARK, COLLEGE, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
As a Motor Vehicle Operator, I assembled material for disbursement from designated bulk storage areas. Checked for and ensured the correctness of register numbers, stock numbers, quantity, short titles, and classification of each item ordered for shipment. Acknowledge receipt of items shipped and record shipment documents in the appropriate electronic or paper filing systems. Operated electric and gasoline forklift truck to move items from one location to another within the baling machine and loading dock areas. Manipulated trucks to lift, stack, or transfer materials from one place to another. Performed common operation of gasoline powered equipment and warehousing tasks. Executed preventive maintenance to include checking fluid levels and tire pressure. Checked batteries and inserted distilled water as needed. Performed lockout-tag-out procedures to ensure equipment was properly shut off and not started before maintenance or servicing work was completed. Loaded, unloaded, stored products from trucks, and shipped and maintained equipment and supplies. Operated trucks and forklifts to move material from trucks to storage facility efficiently daily without causing damage to products, vehicles, and storage facilities. Palletized and stacked materials to ensure its secure and safe for transporting from one location to another. Opened containers and checked shipment received against invoice report or receipt document, comparing nomenclature or classification, stock numbers, register numbers, and quantity.
Operated hand truck, pallet jacks, dollies, and cherry picker. Performed secondary driving of flatbed trucks weighing less than 26,000 lbs. Utilized shrink wrap machine, banding machine, and other material handling equipment to deliver stock to storage areas and job sites. Operated a Fork Lift with varying load capacity, including loads of more than 10,000 pounds and a height capacity of 168 inches or more. Controlled stack movement, being careful to avoid overloading, improper stacking, or movement of supplies and materials. Ensured safe receipt, storage, and direction of hazardous materials, such as paint and varnish removers, lacquer thinners, and varnish, per facility and regulatory requirements. Oversee the work of new operators and ensured the work was performed to standards. Provided on-the-job training to the recruits to ensure the safe handling of hazardous materials by AOC and OSHA regulations. Prioritized safety and followed all safety regulations and guidelines while operating vehicles.
Inspected vehicles for such items as coolant or water, oil, gas, grease and battery liquids, and that diesel exhaust fluid reservoirs are within safe operational limits. Operated cargo vans and trucks with up to and including ten forward speeds and six driving wheels, and special purpose vehicles with equipment such as power takeoff, winches, power tailgates, lifts, 240v - 50-watt house-power generators. Maintained vehicles, both interior and exterior, in a clean and serviceable condition. Inspected vehicles such as coolant or water, oil, gas, grease and battery liquids, and ensured diesel exhaust fluid reservoirs are within safe operational limits.
Operated wheeled vehicles to include forklifts.
Ensured that materials were securely placed and balanced adequately on the forklift to prevent damage or accidents during transportation.
Prepared inventory and other specialized reports screened and identified receiving and issuing documents for errors and discrepancies.
Issued/received equipment; stored equipment in the warehouse and loaded outgoing shipment.
Adhered to established protocols and ensured compliance with legal requirements.
Operated vehicles tractor-trailer or truck and full trailer combinations
Retained materials for examination and directed items that do not require an inspection to the appropriate storage location or designated department.
Ensured cargo was positioned correctly, allocated, and secured in the vehicle for balance and stability.
Performed operator maintenance to include servicing vehicle braking systems, checked vehicle lights, and took oil samples.
Documented and reported deficiencies or damage observed.
Verified modifications in stock identification to ensure the proper selection and grouping of items for distribution.
Accepted, discharged, and handled incoming deliveries through manual means.
Utilized handcarts and other non-automated transport methods or by operating a forklift.
Determined suitable storage positions for the items and organized them into clusters based on the details indicated on receiving vouchers.
Separated materials based on factors like specification or operation type.
Loaded and unloaded products from trucks.
Handled straight Forks as well as clamp Forks and Basaloid.
Pulled inventory and barcoding from selected areas.
Stacked most material on pallets or small platforms and bays.
Pulled orders stocked by date orders.
Handled other duties as needed.
Followed DOT/Safety/OSHA compliance.
03/2007—07/2007
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR /BACK-UP LEAD, KENCO/WHIRLPOOL, ELLENWOOD, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
As a Motor Vehicle Operator, I determined loading and unloading sequences to maximize space usage. Moved construction materials from the dock to the bin and from storage to shipping areas. Unloaded and uncrated vendor-delivered construction-related items, such as electrical, lumber, and other building material, masonry materials, plumbing supplies, etc. Maneuvered trucks to lift, stack, and move materials from the machine to the flatbed trucks. Prioritized safety and followed all safety regulations and guidelines while operating vehicles. Collaborated with warehouse or inventory personnel to ensure timely and accurate movement of goods.
Performed Inventory control, hand count, and stock counts.
Handled clamp Forks.
Performed all inbound and outbound calls to set up deliveries or receipt of shipments.
Pulled orders stocked by date orders.
Stacked most material on pallets or small platforms and bays.
Handled multiple priorities.
DOT/Safety/OSHA compliance
10/2006—03/2007
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR/BACK-UP LEAD, KENCO/GE, COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA
40 HOURS/PW
A Motor Vehicle Operator/Back-Up Lead operated forklifts and other material handling equipment. Safely maneuvered the forklift to lift, move, stack, and arrange materials and goods within a warehouse, construction site, or work environment. Prioritized safety by adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines while operating the equipment. Conducted pre-operation inspections of the forklift to ensure it was in proper working condition, reported any malfunctions or damages, and used safety devices, such as seatbelts, horns, and lights. Handled materials efficiently and effectively. Organized and arranged goods in designated storage areas, stacked or unstacked pallets, retrieved items for delivery or production, and ensured proper placement of materials to optimize space utilization. Collaborated with other team members, such as warehouse supervisors, truck drivers, or production staff.
Inventory control, hand count, and stock counts
Handled straight Forks as well as clamp Forks.
Shipped Freight via Proper carrier (CPU, UPS, Trucks, Railcars, etc.)
Performed all inbound and outbound calls.
Handled multiple priorities.
Lifted heavy materials.
Performed light computer data entry as needed.
Stacked most material on pallets or small platforms and bays.
Pulled Orders stocked by date orders.
COMPETENCY
Project Management
Problem Solving
Technical Competence
Teamwork
Communication
Load/Unload
Computer Operations
Compliance
Leadership
SKILLS
Forklift Operation
Customer Service
Physical Agility
Material Handling
Administration
Operate Motor Vehicles
Leadership/Accountability
Communication
Reliable/Dependable
Problem Solving
Analytical Reasoning
Safe Driving