Human Resources Forklift Operator

Ryan Sanders

Lexington, KY *****

Work Experience

Material Handler/Supervisor

Pinnacle Retro Furniture-Grand Rapids, MI

July 2010 to July 2024

Lead a team of 7 employees and oversaw all duties and responsibilities of the department, ensuring that all tasks were completed efficiently. Stage freight in an orderly fashion by pick sheets. First in, first out system. Loaded and unloaded trailers using forklifts to aid in movement of materials. Closely inspected all inventory to check for any damage and performed cycle counts to verify exact counts. All inventory and data is documented using our computer system in conjunction with FedEx and UPS Worldwide. Delivered daily shipments in a timely manner and addressed any issue that might arise. CNC Operator/Forklift Operator

Premier Tool & Die Cast-Berrien Springs, MI September 2009 to June 2010

Operation of CNC machines in the production of various products and materials. Perform quality checks on all machined products using gauges, micrometers, and calipers. Experience operating both lathes and mills. Performed tool changes for each machine and set tool offsets. Brothers, Okumas, and some Hurco machines.

CNC Programmer & Operator

Bearing Technology-Benton Harbor, MI

March 2005 to August 2009

Conversational programming and operation of mills and lathes; Fanuc, Takamaz, & Okuma brands. Perform machine set ups, tool changes, dry runs, and subsequent operation. Review blueprints provided and program machines according to specifications. Regular quality inspection of all machined parts to ensure they meet exact customer specifications using calipers, micrometers, and gauges. Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Rieter Automotive-Saint Joseph, MI

January 2002 to January 2005

Operation of forklifts and quality inspection of all products removed from each press. Documentation of all work performed; data is logged into the computer, so records reflect all inventory movement and quality checks ready for the next day.

Forklift Operator/Supervisor

Comprehensive Logistics-Lansing, MI

June 2000 to January 2002

Operation of forklifts to unload all incoming shipments. Inventory was either store in warehouse or staged for delivery. All inventory movement was documented to ensure accurate logs. All outgoing freight was loaded into trucks, first scanning all products to ensure organization. Reviewed all daily assignments and oversaw all team activity in an attempt to grow efficiency and team cohesion. CNC Operator – Line Lead

Wave-Benton Harbor, MI

November 1997 to May 2000

Supervision of entire production line. Troubleshooting any issue that arose, calibration of parts, machine setups, and efficient operation of CNC machines. Operated 10 Ton overhead crane to move materials as needed. Read blueprints for specifications needed for machine setups and reference when performing quality inspections of products and materials. Used calipers and micrometers to check tolerances and specifications. Helped train all new employees.

Education

Associate in Manufacturing

Grand Rapids Community College

August 2011 to February 2012

Watervliet High School

June 1998 to October 1999

Benton Harbor High School

September 1992 to June 1996

Skills

• Manufacturing

• Machine operation

• CNC programming

• CNC operation

• CNC lathe

• CNC milling machine

• Tooling changes

• Quality control and assurance

• Quality inspection

• Precision measuring instruments – calipers, micrometers, & gauges

• Blueprint reading

• Forklift operator - certified

• Reach truck

• Warehouse experience

• Material handling

• Cycle counts

• Heavy lifting

• Multitasking

• Inventory control

• Shipping & receiving

• RF scanner

• Commercial driving

• Mechanical knowledge

• Box truck

• Continuous improvement

• ERP systems

• Warehouse management system

• Supervising experience

• Leadership

• Freight management

• Customer service

• Load & unload

• Order fulfillment

• Team management

• Industrial maintenance

• Programmable logic controllers

• Computer skills and relative software – Windows, Excel, Word, Office, & Outlook

• Automotive diagnostics

• Supply chain

• Communication skills

• Basic math

• Schematics

• Soldering

• Assembly

• Electrical experience

• Organizational skills

• Lean manufacturing

• Clamp truck

• Loader operation

• Front loader truck

• Heavy equipment operation

• Order picker

• Distribution center

• Picking & packing

• Electric pallet jack

• Electrical wiring

Certifications and Licenses

Forklift Certification

Crane Certification

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