Forklift Operator with Safety Focus and Teamwork

Joshua Nelson

830-***-**** ******************@*****.*** Seguin, TX 78155

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced forklift operator with forklift operator certification and expertise in loading and unloading materials in a warehouse setting. Skilled in maintaining warehouse safety and equipment inspections, with a strong focus on teamwork and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage time and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy in shipping and receiving.

SKILLS

Forklift operation Loading and unloading Warehouse operations Forklift operator certification Safe driver Warehouse safety Teamwork and collaboration Material handling Team player Shipping and receiving Palletizing Materials handling Lift equipment operation General laborer Heavy equipment operation Shipping and receiving expert Punctual and reliable OSHA workplace safety Equipment inspections

EXPERIENCE

FORKLIFT OPERATOR, SEGUIN, TX

Teijin Automotive Technologies, June 2023-November 2024

• Followed safety protocols and regulations for operating a forklift.

• Loaded and unloaded packages and merchandise from industrial trucks.

• Inspected forklift equipment daily to ensure proper functioning.

• Displayed ability to work well under pressure and follow strict deadlines efficiently.

• Labeled and packaged merchandise for shipping and storage.

• Continuously monitored surroundings for potential hazards or obstacles during operation of forklifts. Manually or mechanically loaded or unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.

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• Developed strong knowledge of safety regulations for operating heavy machinery.

• Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when faced with challenging tasks.

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

• Maintained accurate records of inventory loading, unloading, and transporting. Inspected product load for accuracy and safely moved it around warehouse and facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.

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• Maintained a forklift logbook and tracked daily maintenance.

• Used radios to communicate with other team members and streamline work processes. MATERIAL HANDLER, New Braunfels, Texas

A-Lert Metal Roofing Supplies, November 2022-February 2023

• Kept work areas clean, safe, organized and free of debris at all times.

• Reported any shortages or damaged materials to the supervisor.

• Loaded and unloaded materials onto pallets with attention to detail.

• Operated forklift and other heavy equipment to move materials between locations with accuracy and safety.

• Loaded and unloaded trucks with heavy materials following safety protocols.

• Responded promptly to requests from supervisors regarding material needs.

• Attached identifying tags or labels to materials, improving efficiency and eliminating errors.

• Utilized barcode scanners to track and trace materials.

• Sorted and placed materials on racks, shelves, or bins using predetermined sequences.

• Ensured accurate labeling of all materials according to company standards.

• Stacked materials on pallets and wrapped with pallet wrap, facilitating safe transport.

• Collaborated effectively with co-workers across departments in order to meet objectives quickly and efficiently. PRODUCTION/MATERIAL HANDLER, SEGUIN, TX

United Alloy, April 2021-November 2021

• Kept work areas clean, safe, organized and free of debris at all times.

• Reported any shortages or damaged materials to the supervisor.

• Loaded and unloaded materials onto pallets with attention to detail.

• Operated forklift and other heavy equipment to move materials between locations with accuracy and safety.

• Loaded and unloaded trucks with heavy materials following safety protocols.

• Collaborated with team members to optimize efficiency in the warehouse.

• Responded promptly to requests from supervisors regarding material needs.

• Attached identifying tags or labels to materials, improving efficiency and eliminating errors.

• Utilized barcode scanners to track and trace materials.

• Sorted and placed materials on racks, shelves, or bins using predetermined sequences.

• Ensured accurate labeling of all materials according to company standards.

• Stacked materials on pallets and wrapped with pallet wrap, facilitating safe transport.

• Efficiently managed time to complete daily tasks within set deadlines.

• Collaborated effectively with co-workers across departments in order to meet objectives quickly and efficiently. MATERIAL HANDLER, SEGUIN, TX

Tyson Foods inc, August 2017-April 2021

• Kept work areas clean, safe, organized and free of debris at all times.

• Sorted and placed materials on racks, shelves, or bins using predetermined sequences.

• Stacked materials on pallets and wrapped with pallet wrap, facilitating safe transport.

• Collaborated effectively with co-workers across departments in order to meet objectives quickly and efficiently.

• Reorganized warehouse stock according to company standards.

• Used software to manage inventory and track shipments.

• Weighed or counted items for distribution, conforming to company standards.

• Inspected freight for damage or discrepancies in order to ensure quality control.

• Unloaded freight containers using hand tools, forklifts, and other material handling equipment.

• Inspected containers and labels to ensure proper storage.

• Checked incoming deliveries, confirming orders met quality standards.

• Ensured proper handling of hazardous materials according to safety guidelines.

• Operated forklift truck safely within tight spaces while stacking items onto shelves or racks.

• Reviewed work orders determining required stock and quantity needed.

• Performed routine maintenance on material handling equipment.

• Prepared detailed inventory reports for management review.

• Demonstrated excellent problem solving skills when addressing customer inquiries or complaints.

• Anticipated, communicated and resolved issues affecting warehouse optimization.

• Assembled shipping crates in accordance with customer specifications. EDUCATION

COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, Seguin, TX Seguin High School, February 2001

Awards & Honors

GED

CERTIFICATIONS

• Texas Drivers license • Forklift certified

REFERENCES

References available upon request

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