Ulysses Wortham Jr
**** * **** ***, *** ***** Glendale, AZ 85301
602-***-**** **************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Skilled and safety-focused Forklift Operator and Warehouse Associate with over seven years of experience in warehouse logistics, inventory management, and material handling. Proficient in operating propane, diesel, and electric forklifts, as well as RF scanners and pallet jacks. Adept at loading/unloading trucks, order picking, stocking, cycle counting, and shipping/receiving in fast-paced environments. Strong work ethic with a commitment to efficiency, accuracy, and workplace safety.
Skills & Certifications
OSHA-certified forklift operator
Experience with propane, diesel, and electric forklifts
Warehouse receiving, stocking, and order selection
RF scanner operation and inventory management
Loading/unloading trucks and pallet stacking
Cycle counting, auditing, and shipment preparation
Safety compliance and warehouse organization
Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills Work Experience
Forklift Operator / Receiving
Fry’s Groceries – Glendale, AZ August 2023 – March 2024
● Operated electric forklifts and pallet jacks for material handling and stocking.
● Unloaded trucks, received shipments, and placed items in proper storage locations.
● Stocked dairy and water aisles to maintain inventory availability.
● Assisted customers in locating store products.
Forklift Operator
Brooklyn Bedding – Glendale, AZ January 2023 – June 2023
● Operated propane forklifts to transport and replenish production materials.
● Moved mattresses to warehouse locations for delivery fulfillment.
● Ensured warehouse cleanliness and adhered to safety protocols.
● Assisted in various warehouse operations through cross-training. Forklift Operator / Material Handler
Onin / Atkore – Phoenix, AZ February 2022 – April 2022
● Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper handling of materials.
● Conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
● Assisted in steel mill production and fabrication processes.
● Maintained a clean and safe work area.
Seasonal Warehouse Associate
Staffmark / Geodis – Phoenix, AZ September 2021 – November 2021
● Picked and scanned items for online orders using RF scanners.
● Stacked pallets, loaded, and unloaded trucks for order fulfillment.
● Maintained a clean and organized warehouse for optimal workflow. Forklift Operator
Phoenix Modular Inc. – Phoenix, AZ April 2019 – September 2021
● Operated diesel forklifts to transport custom modular buildings.
● Assisted with lifting and spotting team members during A/C unit installations.
● Moved modular buildings to designated transport areas. Warehouse Associate
Prologistix / Forms + Surfaces – Phoenix, AZ March 2019 – April 2019
● Managed receiving, storage, and inventory control.
● Operated forklifts to safely store pallets and crates.
● Conducted inventory audits and cycle counts.
● Assisted in packing, labeling, and securing shipments. Order Picker
Geodis – Phoenix, AZ July 2018 – March 2019
● Used RF scanners to pick and process orders for Bath & Body Works.
● Handled high-volume orders with accuracy and efficiency.
● Stacked and organized shipments for efficient warehouse workflow.
● Assembled boxes and ensured proper packing for safe transport. Warehouse Order Selector
Kelly Services / En Vue – Phoenix, AZ February 2017 – June 2018
● Picked products from designated locations and transferred them for further processing.
● Ensured accuracy and completeness of all orders.
● Used RF scanners to pick items from bins and complete orders.
● Prepared shipment labels and tracked inventory.
● Conducted cycle counts and audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
● Moved products weighing up to 50 pounds safely and efficiently. Education & Certifications
● OSHA Forklift Certification – [Certifying Organization], [Year]
● High School Diploma – Carlmont High School, Belmont, CA
● Attended – Canada College, Redwood City, CA
References
Available upon request.