Forklift Operator with 20+ Years Logistics Experience
Resume:
Christopher Hill
Colonial Heights, VA *****
************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Experienced Forklift Operator with over 20 years in logistics and warehouse operations, skilled in materials handling, order picking, and RF systems. Proficient in operating various warehouse equipment and maintaining accurate inventory records. Seeking a Warehouse Associate role to leverage strong organizational, leadership, and training abilities in a dynamic team environment. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Forklift Operator
Rehrig Pacific Company-Dinwiddie, VA
June 2025 to Present
• Operated forklift to safely and efficiently move materials, products, and equipment
• Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper placement of items to prevent damage
• Performed routine maintenance on forklifts, including inspections and minor repairs
• Collaborated with warehouse team to organize storage areas for optimal efficiency
• Adhered to safety protocols at all times to prevent accidents or injuries in the workplace
• Followed company procedures when handling hazardous materials or fragile items
• Communicated effectively with supervisors and coworkers regarding daily tasks and priorities
• Operated various types of forklifts, such as sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, or clamp truck based on job requirements
• Maintained cleanliness of work area by organizing supplies, removing debris, and disposing waste properly
• Maintained a high level of accuracy when recording inventory movements using computerized systems or paper-based logs
• Operated forklift equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies Forklift Operator
Perdue Farms, Inc.
September 2020 to May 2025
* Operated forklifts to pick orders using RF scanners and placed items in correct locations for order fulfillment.
* Maintained accurate inventory records and ensured timely movement of goods throughout the warehouse.
* Followed safe work practices to prevent accidents and maintain a safe working environment.
* Assisted team members with training on forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
* Supported shipping and receiving by moving products to designated areas for loading and unloading.
* Used electric pallet jacks and reach trucks to handle materials efficiently.
* Communicated with supervisors to resolve inventory or order discrepancies.
* Demonstrated attention to detail when verifying order accuracy and product placement. Warehouse Employee
RandstadUSA
October 2019 to March 2020
* Performed quality control checks to ensure products met company standards.
* Managed warehouse operations including materials handling, transport, and inventory organization.
* Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store products safely.
* Prepared inventory for shipment by labeling, wrapping, and completing shipment documents.
* Scanned container labels with RF scanners to verify contents and determine destinations. Warehouse Associate
Integrity Staffing Solutions (Amazon)-Chester, VA
November 2012 to January 2013
* Examined packages for damage and reported issues to vendors for replacement.
* Picked and prepared daily shipments to support customer order fulfillment.
* Attached tags and labels to inventory and executed shipment documents for delivery.
* Scanned container labels with RF scanners to verify contents and destinations.
* Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks and gain responsibilities. General Warehouse Associate
DSC Logistics Inc-Chesterfield, VA
June 2010 to August 2012
June 2010 to August 2012 and determine target destinations. Identified defective, incorrect or missing merchandise and promptly reported issues to supervisor. DSC Logistics Inc. Chesterfield, VA General Warehouse Associate Maintained accurate order and shipment forms and inventory documentation to facilitate timely material flow. Scanned container labels with RF scanners to verify contents and determine target destinations. Unloaded cargo with mechanized equipment to enable receipt of pre-ordered inventory. Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading to comply with preset instructions. Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles to promote safe work environment.
Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis to transport items to proper warehouse locations. Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels and executing shipment documents to facilitate delivery to proper customers.
Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in large warehouse environment to facilitate customer order fulfillment.
Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities. Noland co plumbing supply Prince George, VA Warehouse Worker Managed vendor relationships to support supply chain and maintain product quality. Inventoried items with daily cycle counts and monthly audits and investigated discrepancies to maximize data accuracy. Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in large warehouse environment to facilitate customer order fulfillment.
Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels and executing shipment documents to facilitate delivery to proper customers.
Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities. Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database to enable efficient order processing and fulfillment.
Scanned container labels with RF scanners to verify contents and determine target destinations. Identified safety hazards and notified management to determine proper resolution of issues. Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis to transport items to proper warehouse locations. Food Lion Petersburg, VA Stock Associate
Completed daily cycle counts and monthly audits of specified segments to keep inventory current and accurate.
Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories. Assisted customers based on currently available product, promotional and policy information. Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs. Updated signage to reflect current prices and help promote target merchandise. Prepared products for sales floor by adding tags and readying pallets or restocking. Helped customers complete purchases, including processing payments and bagging items. July 2004 to April 2010
July 2001 to June 2004
General Warehouse Associate
DSC Logistics Inc.-Chesterfield, VA
June 2010 to August 2012
* Identified defective, incorrect, or missing merchandise and reported issues to supervisors.
* Maintained accurate order and shipment forms and inventory documentation.
* Unloaded cargo with mechanized equipment and staged products for loading.
* Monitored work areas for cleanliness and removed obstacles to promote safety.
* Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks. Stock Associate
Food Lion-Petersburg, VA
July 2004 to April 2010
* Completed daily cycle counts and monthly audits to keep inventory accurate.
* Organized storage of products in bins, shelves, and assigned areas.
* Replenished inventory and updated signage to promote merchandise.
* Assisted customers with purchases and processed payments. Logistics
Education
Prince George High School-Prince George, VA, US
June 1997
Skills
• Computer operation
• SAP
• Hand tools
• Order picker
• Cashiering
• Communication skills
• Cherry picker (10+ years)
• Mechanical knowledge
• Remodeling
• Microsoft Outlook
• English (10+ years)
• JD Edwards
• Stamping press
• Supervising experience
• Cash register (10+ years)
• Data entry (10+ years)
• Word processing
• Data warehouse (10+ years)
• Manufacturing (10+ years)
• QuickBooks
• Time management (10+ years)
• storage management and shipment preparation skills
• I have 20yrs in logistics an forklift
• Order management system (10+ years)
• Warehouse distribution (10+ years)
• Training & development (Less than 1 year)
• Order picking
• Climbing
• Christopher Hill Hopewell
• Leadership (10+ years)
• Order management systems (RF scanners, WMS) (Less than 1 year)
• Mobile devices
• Box truck
• Math
• Quality control (10+ years)
• Materials handling (10+ years)
• Order entry
• Heavy lifting
• ISO 14001
• Microsoft Word
• Order fulfillment
• Renovation
• Pallet jack (10+ years)
• Supply chain
• Power tools
• Industrial equipment
• Electric pallet jack (10+ years)
• Grammar Experience
• Maximo
• Distributed control systems
• Packaging
• Management
• Windows
• Forklift (10+ years)
• Basic math
• Load & unload (10+ years)
• Organizational skills (10+ years)
• Shipping & receiving (10+ years)
• Reach truck (10+ years)
• ISO 9001
• Clamp truck
• Employment & labor law
• Databases
• Micrometer
• Microsoft Excel
• Christopher Hill
Hopewell, VA 23860 M: 804-***-**** ************@*****.*** Hardworking [Job Title] with excellent materials handling, storage management and shipment preparation skills. Experienced in picking orders, assembling pallets and preparing containers. Accustomed to facilitating accurate inventory counts and maintaining current warehouse records.
• Computer literacy (Less than 1 year)
• Continuous improvement
• assembling pallets and preparing containers
• Inventory management (Less than 1 year)
• Calipers
• Computer skills (10+ years)
• Analysis skills
• Warehouse experience
• Writing skills
• CMMS
• Sales (10+ years)
• Overseeing training
• Attention to detail
• Customer service (10+ years)
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Freight (10+ years)
• Grocery store
• Safe work practices
• Team management (Less than 1 year)
• Accustomed to facilitating accurate inventory counts
• Warehouse management system (10+ years)
• Assembly
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification
Pallet Jack Certification
Driver's License
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