Forklift Operator Material Handler

Joshua Cannon

Indianapolis, IN *****

Professional Summary:

Josh Cannon presents as a highly experienced candidate ideally suited for the position of Material Handler in Indianapolis, IN. With over 15 years of relevant experience in warehouse operations and material handling, Josh has demonstrated proficiency in roles that require significant responsibility in picking, packing, and forklift operations. At Target Warehouse, Josh has been actively involved in efficiently picking orders and operating various warehouse equipment including order pickers, reach trucks, and tuggers. This directly aligns with the job requirement of having experience with both sit-down and stand-up reach forklifts.

Skills:

Teamwork

Leadership skills

Communication

Time Management

Organization

Solution-oriented

Inventory

Logistics

Forklift

Shipping

Receiving

Packaging

Warehouse

Education:

High School Diploma

Ben Davis, Indianapolis, IN - Diploma

Professional Experience:

Target Warehouse, Indianapolis, IN Aug 2021 – Mar 2025

Forklift Operator/Picker

Operate forklifts to transport materials and products to designated areas in the warehouse.

Pick and organize orders based on customer requirements and inventory systems.

Safely load and unload products from trucks using forklift equipment.

Efficiently pick orders, place completed orders on cage carts.

Ensure that orders are accurate.

Operate order picker, reach truck, and tugger in and around warehouse.

Coach, counsel, and inspire employees to not only meet but exceed the required production goals.

PepsiCo, Indianapolis, IN Jan 2019 – Sept 2020

Forklift Operator/Picker

Forklift operation.

Lead picker while maintaining high quality results.

Maintain accurate inventory levels by scanning and verifying items.

Ensure proper storage of materials in the correct location within the warehouse.

Perform routine checks and maintenance on forklift equipment for safety.

Assist in organizing shipments and preparing goods for distribution.

Fastenal, Indianapolis, IN Sept 2009 – Dec 2018

Shipping/Receiving Operator

Shipping preparation and Material handling.

Receiving and processing warehouse stock products.

Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.

Process and record shipments using warehouse management systems.

Ensure timely and accurate packing, labeling, and shipping of orders.

Verify and update inventory records for both inbound and outbound materials.

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