Juan Gonzalez
Hercules, CA *****
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Professional Summary
Seeking Forklift Operator role with 14 years of experience. Skilled in operating stand-up, reach, cherry picker, rider, and turret forklifts in various environments. Proven track record in order selection, inventory management, and maintaining OSHA safety compliance. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Receiving and Forklift Operator
Express Freight Handlers / Restaurant Depot-Oakland, CA July 2025 to Present
Contracted by Restaurant Depot to Unload and separate mixed pallets. Material handling all Unloading materials, verifying counts of products via P.O., Breaking down and palletizing . Interacting with drivers about loads received.
Deli Clerk
Safeways / Part-Time-Pleasant Hill, CA
July 2025 to Present
Assistanting customer's with choice of prepared foods . Cutting and preparing assorted foods ... CNC Machine Operator
Benda Tool & Model Works / Human Bee's-Hercules, CA December 2024 to March 2025
Machined Casted parts as needed
Forklift Operator / D.C. Selector
Whole Foods Market-Richmond, CA
December 2021 to August 2024
• In a cold environment, Utilized headset and voice instructions to accurately select and palletize orders, ensuring secure packaging with shrink wrap and proper labeling for designated delivery areas.
• Efficiently unloaded incoming trucks, coordinating the transfer of materials from the receiving dock to appropriate warehouse locations.
• Operated double pallet jack riders and stand-up reach forklifts to systematically organize and store inventory in designated areas.
Stand Up Forklift Operator
Cle-Tile / Nelson Staffing-Richmond, CA
August 2021 to September 2021
• Efficiently executed order pulling, ensuring accurate fulfillment and organization of inventory on pallets.
• Safely transported completed orders to the packaging and wrapping stations, optimizing workflow and space utilization.
Inventory Clerk / Forklift Operator
Williams-Sonoma, Inc.-Richmond, CA
July 2021 to August 2021
• Managed inventory intake by accurately counting and scanning incoming stock to ensure inventory levels remained consistent and reliable.
• Operated forklift equipment to efficiently transport goods to their designated storage areas, maintaining an organized and safe warehouse environment.
Forklift Operator
HelloFresh-Richmond, CA
November 2019 to June 2021
• In a cold environment, Operated a variety of material handling equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, cherry pickers, and turret trucks, ensuring efficient handling of goods in temperature-controlled environments.
• Executed accurate scanning and organization of incoming inventory, maintaining systematic storage in designated locations.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and operational procedures during the movement and storage of products to optimize warehouse space and inventory accessibility. Forklift Operator and Production
The International Group Inc-Richmond, CA
February 2019 to October 2019
• Loaded, weighed, and accurately recorded product weights on order sheets, ensuring meticulous documentation and inventory control.
• Prepared and secured finished goods with strapping and shrink-wrap, effectively organizing them for shipment and distribution.
Maintenance / Day Porter
Sutter Hotel-Oakland, CA
July 2018 to October 2018
• Acquired comprehensive maintenance knowledge to effectively perform a variety of repair and upkeep tasks.
• Adapted to dual responsibilities by fulfilling both maintenance and porter duties as needed. Day Porter / Maintenance / EVS
Environmental Services Partners, Inc.-Hayward, CA
December 2014 to May 2018
• Maintained cleanliness of facility common areas including lobbies, parking structures, and walkways, ensuring a sanitary and welcoming environment.
• Conducted thorough cleaning of emergency stairways, including sweeping, mopping, and disinfecting handrails to uphold safety standards.
• Managed inventory and restocking of restroom supplies, and performed regular cleaning to maintain hygiene and comfort for facility users.
Laborer
Gateway-Chicago, IL
March 2005 to November 2008
• Erected and dismantled various scaffolding configurations, ensuring stable work platforms and safety for construction teams.
• Supported building maintenance projects while strictly adhering to OSHA safety regulations to maintain a secure work environment.
Service Technician
Jiffy Lube-Waukegan, IL
March 2004 to March 2005
• Delivered fast and efficient lube services, ensuring customer satisfaction through professional and polite interactions.
• Upheld a clean and secure workspace by consistently utilizing safety gear and adhering to safety protocols.
Education
GED
Martinez Adult School-Martinez, CA
Present
Skills
• Facilities Maintenance
• Shipping & Receiving
• Loading and Unloading
• Quality Control
• Residential Construction
• Heavy Lifting
• Laboratory Experience
• Porter Experience
• Overhead Crane Operator
• Warehouse
• Cherry Picker
• Materials Handling
• Basic math
• Building Maintenance
• RF Scanner
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Pallet Jack
• Shipping
• Buffing
• Turret Operator
• Machine Repair
• Environmental Services
• Order Picking
• Stand Up Forklift Operator
• Assembly
• Equipment Maintenance
• Packing and Shipping
• Industrial Equipment
• Construction
• Power Tools
• English
• Demolition
• Food Industry
• Machining
• Customer Service
• Forklift Operator
• Inventory Management
• Spanish
• Reach Truck
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification