Forklift Operator Inventory Control

SAM GRAZIANO

416-***-**** **********@*******.*** Scarborough, ON

WAREHOUSING / FORKLIFT OPERATOR / FACTORY / GENERAL LABOUR

Dependable and safety-conscious warehouse professional with over 10 years of experience in fast-paced industrial and warehouse environments

Certified Forklift Operator

Over 2 years of hands-on experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift in busy warehouse settings

Skilled in receiving, inventory control, order picking, machine operation, and packaging

Strong understanding of WHMIS, workplace safety protocols, and forklift operations

Physically fit with the ability to lift 50+ lbs and work long hours on foot

Highly reliable, detail-oriented, and able to follow verbal and written instructions

Excellent teamwork and communication skills; thrives in both independent and collaborative roles

CORE COMPETENCIES

Counterbalance Forklift Operation (2+ Years) General Labour & Material Handling Shipment Receiving Inventory Control Order Picking / Packing / Palletizing Warehouse Maintenance WHMIS / Workplace Safety Loading & Unloading Trucks Team Collaboration & Task Prioritization Manual Lifting (50+ lbs) Production Line Operations Time Management & Punctuality

WORK/EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

General Labourer, AER Event Rentals Inc., Toronto Jan 2021 – Oct 2023

Operated a counterbalance forklift to load/unload event rental stock and move materials within the warehouse and to trucks

Handled shipping and receiving tasks, including verifying counts and organizing inventory

Stacked and secured loads using pallets, shrink wrap, and cargo boards

Maintained clean and organized warehouse and ensured equipment safety and upkeep

Worked in a fast-paced team setting, meeting tight deadlines for event deliveries

General Labourer/Baker, La Roca Cakes, Woodbridge Sep 2018 – Dec 2020

Operated mixers, ovens, and other bakery production equipment

Assisted with managing ingredients and followed recipes for high-volume production

Packed baked goods, labeled products, and assisted with warehouse operations

Complied with food safety and hygiene regulations in a factory setting

Press Shop Worker/Assembler, Van Rob Stampings, Scarborough Jun 2004 – Dec 2009

Operated stamping presses and cold welders in a manufacturing assembly line

Performed quality checks on automotive parts, maintaining 100% compliance

Maintained a clean and safe work environment, following safety standards

Met daily production targets consistently through effective time management

RELEVANT TRAINING

Forklift Operator Certification, Maruti Forklift

Valid until May 2028

Counterbalance Electric Narrow Aisle Reach Order Picker /Cherry Picker Walkie Pallet Low Lift Dock Stocker Fall Protection

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Comfortable with repetitive tasks and long shifts Able to work independently or in a team Strong written and verbal communication Basic computer literacy (for inventory/logs) Flexible with shift work and overtime

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