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Forklift Operator Sit-Down

Location:
Gordon, GA
Posted:
July 04, 2025

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Resume:

Ontario M. Coats

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Objective

Dependable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator with over 7 years of hands-on experience in warehouse logistics, shipping and receiving, and general labor. Highly experienced in operating sit-down forklifts, stacking and moving inventory, and supporting warehouse and production teams. Eager to join a stable, growth-oriented company where skills and work ethic are valued.

Key Skills

Sit-Down Forklift Operation

Shipping & Receiving

Pallet Wrapping & Stacking

Heavy Lifting & Material Handling

Inventory Movement & Loading

Warehouse Safety & Cleanliness

Machine Operation

Construction Site Labor

Professional Experience

Forklift Operator

Dollar General Distribution Center – Jackson, GA

April 2021 – May 2025

Operated sit-down forklift to move products throughout a high-volume distribution center.

Loaded and unloaded trailers, maintained accurate inventory movements.

Followed safety procedures and collaborated with team leads to meet productivity goals.

Forklift Operator

Haband Industry – Eatonton, GA

July 2019 – December 2020

Operated forklift for truck loading/unloading and pallet organization.

Pulled and staged inventory items for shipment.

Assisted with quality control and general warehouse duties.

Machine Operator / Forklift Operator

Active Minerals Inc. – Gordon, GA

August 2018 – February 2019

Operated packaging machinery for kaolin products.

Used forklift to transport large, heavy bags safely through the warehouse.

Maintained production speed, performed visual inspections, and followed strict safety protocols.

Forklift Operator / Laborer

Jewels of the South – Atlanta, GA

2016 – Present (As-Needed)

Family-owned business where Ontario supports construction and logistics needs on an as-needed basis.

Operates forklift to move construction materials and equipment.

Provides land clearing, pipe repair, loading/unloading, and other labor services.

Retail Associate – Meat & Seafood Department

Kroger – Macon, GA

June 2017 – October 2017

Served customers while preparing and packaging meats and seafood.

Maintained food safety standards and department cleanliness.

Provided cross-department support during peak hours.

Education

University of Coastal Georgia – Brunswick, GA

Attended 2016–2017

Wilkinson County High School – Irwinton, GA

Graduated May 2016

GPA: 3.0

Member: FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)

Athletics: Basketball, Football



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