Forklift Operator Warehouse Operations

Edward Padilla

Forklift Operator

720-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Brighton, CO 80602

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced in forklift operation and warehouse management with a focus on efficient loading, unloading, and organization of materials. Skilled in operating industrial trucks, maintaining inventory accuracy, and adhering to safety protocols. Bringing expertise in optimizing workflows and supporting team operations to ensure smooth and timely delivery processes.

SKILLS

Forklift operation Warehouse organization Loading and unloading Truck loading and unloading EXPERIENCE

WAREHOUSE / FORKLIFT OPERATOR, Denver, CO

Niagara Bottling LLC, February 2024-April 2025

Retrieved pallets of water from production line stacked appropriately in warehouse also loaded trucks with finished product occasionally unloaded inbound raw material.

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WAREHOUSE FORKLIFT OPERATOR, Aurora, CO

Yellow Freight, August 2005-July 2023

• Worked for Yellow for 17 years

• Utilized RF scanner technology to accurately locate product in the warehouse for picking activities.

• Maintained accurate inventory records by scanning items into computerized inventory system as necessary.

• Operated pallet jacks safely when transporting large loads through tight spaces within the facility.

• Organized warehouse space according to company specifications for efficient retrieval of goods when needed.

• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency of warehouse operations. Operated a variety of powered industrial trucks, including stand-up and sit-down forklifts, to transport product throughout the warehouse.

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• Stacked empty pallets neatly on racks after unloading them from trailers or containers.

• Provided support during peak seasons by working extended hours as required by business needs.

• Assisted with cycle counts and physical inventories as requested by management.

• Delivered products between loading docks, storage areas and production areas within the facility. Received incoming shipments in accordance with established processes while verifying contents against shipping documents.

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Ensured that all warehouse operations were conducted in accordance with OSHA regulations concerning safety procedures and hazardous materials handling.

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Inspected equipment prior to each use for any mechanical or operational issues, ensuring proper functioning before use.

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• Developed an understanding of customer requirements in order to provide excellent service at all times.

• Communicated effectively with team members regarding new orders for shipment or delivery schedules. Assisted with preparation of outgoing shipments by wrapping pallets securely with stretch wrap film prior to loading onto trailers or containers.

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Maintained safety standards while operating equipment, adhering to all company policies and procedures related to safe operation of lift trucks.

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Transported raw material from receiving area to designated storage locations utilizing appropriate scanning technology.

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Performed daily maintenance on forklifts such as refueling, checking fluid levels and changing batteries as necessary.

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• Loaded and unloaded materials onto or off pallets, skids, platforms using forklift.

• Utilized scanners and databases to track moving packages and deliveries.

• Prevented shortages by updating material counts and placed orders for new materials.

• Combined pallets for incoming goods and deliveries.

• Placed and arranged items and packages on pallets for transport.

• Labeled and packaged merchandise for shipping and storage.

• Cleaned spills and removed obstructions from forklift driving paths.

• Secured stacks of packages on machines to prevent movement and damage.

• Followed safety protocols and regulations for operating a forklift.

• Loaded and unloaded packages and merchandise from industrial trucks.

• Transported materials and equipment to production work stations.

• Communicated with supervisors and team members to ensure proper product handling.

• Identified workplace safety hazards and reported findings to supervisors.

• Reported damaged and misplaced items to supervisors and took steps to avoid further complications.

• Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management.

• Performed maintenance and repairs on forklifts and other transport vehicles.

• Assisted with loading and unloading freight from delivery vehicles utilizing the appropriate tools.

• Ensured accuracy of all orders by verifying item numbers prior to loading onto truck or trailer. Positioned lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes, and secure material or products for transport to designated areas.

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Inspected product load for accuracy and safely moved it around warehouse and facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.

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Manually or mechanically loaded or unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.

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• Provided assistance to customers with loading/unloading cargo onto their vehicles if required.

• Weighed materials and products and record weight and other production data on tags and labels.

• Expertly maneuvered heavy machinery through tight spaces in a warehouse environment.

• Trained new operators on safe driving techniques and procedures. Moved levers and controls that operated lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, and elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, and stack material.

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EDUCATION

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, 6933 Raleigh St. Westminster CO. 80030 Westminster high school, May 1991

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