Personal Care Forklift Operator

Emanuel King

Virginia Beach, VA

678-***-**** *********@*****.***

**Professional Summary**

Reliable, safety-conscious professional with 6+ years of experience in warehouse logistics, security, and personal care. Proven ability to operate forklifts and cherry pickers, manage inventory and shipping operations, and provide compassionate non-medical support to seniors and individuals with special needs. Known for excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills in high-demand environments.

**Work Experience**

**Material Handler / Forklift Operator**

*Dorman Products – Virginia Beach, VA*

**April 2025 – Present**

* Operate forklift equipment to support shipping and handling operations

* Manage inventory flow and material organization for outbound logistics

**Personal Care Assistant**

*Together We Can LLC – Suffolk, VA*

**July 2023 – April 2025**

* Provided non-medical support for elderly and disabled clients

* Prepared meals based on individual dietary needs

* Managed schedules, maintained medical records, and provided transportation and companionship

*Inventory functions

**Security Guard**

*Site Safe Security – Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA*

**April 2021 – March 2023**

* Screened guests for prohibited items and managed crowd egress

* Maintained security of restricted areas including locker rooms

* Delivered professional customer service and upheld event policies

**Forklift Operator / Delivery Assistant**

*Bed Bath & Beyond Distribution Center – Jefferson, GA*

**January 2019 – 2021 **

* Operated cherry picker and stand-up forklifts with RF scanners

* Handled inventory, packing, shipping, and receiving via FedEx and UPS

* Delivered goods to residential customers using a box truck

**Lift Operator**

*Global Industrial – Buford, GA*

**February 2017 – August 2019**

* Picked and processed warehouse orders using cherry picker machinery

* Assisted with accurate inventory tracking and warehouse organization

**Education**

**High School Diploma**

Green Run High School – Virginia Beach, VA

Graduated: June 2005

**Certifications & Licenses**

* Forklift Operator Certification

* Driver’s License

* CPR Certification

* Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Certification

*Food Handlers Certification

**Skills**

* Forklift & Cherry Picker Operation

* Shipping & Receiving (FedEx, UPS)

* RF Scanner, Pallet Jack, Reach Truck

* Inventory Management & Order Fulfillment

* Commercial & Box Truck Driving

* Warehouse & Manufacturing Experience

* Security & Loss Prevention

* Personal Care & Companionship

* Time Management & Organizational Skills

* Customer Service & Communication

* Quality Inspection

* Meal Preparation & Record Keeping

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