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Machine Operator Forklift

Location:
Jackson, MS
Posted:
September 12, 2025

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Resume:

Joseph Smith

Adaptable, Experienced and Certified Fork truck operator with diverse and flexible

background.

Jackson, MS 39211

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+1-601-***-****

Capable forklift/machine operator with significant background in plumbing and building maintenance over 30+year career.

• Diligently complete in-depth assessments to support code requirements with streamlined, logical systems.

• Decisive leader with strong project management skills and data-driven approach.

• Possess an array of skills and experience in flexibility of project given.

• Worked as foreman for and leadman at Jesco Engineering, Kelty Marble & Tile, and Renaissance Remodeling.

• Continuously building on my knowledge and capabilities in a warehouse and production setting.

• Works well with others, as well as self-motivated and disciplined to handle any projects as needed. Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Work Experience

Job Site Manager

Renaissance Remodeling - Jackson, MS

February 2000 to Present

Determined project schedule, including sequencing all construction activities for optimal efficiency. Contributed to construction planning process, including building and demo projects. Sub contractor on multiple sites for various skilled jobs such as plumbing, blueprint proofreading, hard laborer, unobjectionable crew with great lead man. Forklift Operator

Chep Services North America - Jackson, MS

June 2022 to March 2023

Performed all duties pertaining to warehouse, including shipping and receiving, distribution, replenishment, and production.

Forklift Operator

Hamilton Ryker Group, Inc. - Canton, MS

November 2021 to March 2022

• Picked parts to replenish line

• Load/unload material

• Inventory

• Pull completed material from lines

• Safety audits.

Fork Lift Operator Material Handler

Nexeo Inc. - Jackson, MS

August 2017 to March 2018

Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment including stage and platform for the bailer, and performed routine maintenance on machines to move materials safely to and from target areas. Adjusted machinery and performed mechanical and trained on machine hydraulics systems and notified supervisors of malfunctions.

Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.

Truck Loader

Koch Foods - Morton, MS

March 2017 to September 2017

Operated power jacks, forklifts and stand-up lifts to maneuver products on to load trailers and trucks. Used forklift to lift pallets and heavy items into trucks. Divided cargo received by account Number and intended location. Loaded and strapped shipments into place on trucks. Reviewed shipping orders for accurate fulfillment. Machine Operator

Nissan North America Inc. - Canton, MS

April 2016 to February 2017

Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.

Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.

Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts, maintaining awareness of approximate job completion times.

Maintained good maintenance practices on machines and within work area, complying with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects. Education

Certificate

Hinds Community College - Raymond, MS

1996

High school diploma or GED

Skills

• Inspection readiness Freight labeling

Order picking and processing Delivery staging

Shipping and receiving Equipment inspection

Building maintenance Invoicing and shipping documentation

• Plumbing

• Remodeling

• Materials Handling

• Mechanical Knowledge

• Construction

• Hydraulics

• Carpentry

• Proofreading

• Manufacturing

• Warehouse experience

• Forklift

• Customer service

• Electrical Experience

• Handyman

• Brake Repair

• Equipment Repair

• Mechanic Experience

• Drywall

• Fabrication

• Construction Management

• Blueprint Reading

Certifications and Licenses

Journeyman Plumber 4 10 hr OSHA standard HAZMat HAZWoper Stand-up/ Standard Forklift

Forklift Certification

OSHA 10

OSHA 30



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