Material Handler and Forklift Operator with 4+ Years Experience
Resume:
Kenneth Johnson
Philadelphia, PA *****
******************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Dedicated and hardworking material handler with over 4 years of experience operating forklifts and other heavy machinery. Adept at managing warehouse operations, transporting materials, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. Quick learner, team oriented, and capable of handling long hours and physically demanding tasks. Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience training new employees. Willing to relocate to: Philadelphia County, PA
Work Experience
Laborer/Sanitation
Employer Solutions Group, LLC-Philadelphia, PA
July 2023 to Present
Working at Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies games, managing concession stands and maintaining stadium cleanliness. Assisting guests during events to ensure a positive experience. Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator
TRC Electronics-Doylestown, PA
October 2024 to April 2025
Operated forklifts to manage shipping and receiving duties. Conducted physical inventory counts and packed merchandise for shipping using reach outlook and erp system inserting and documentation of customer orders using personal order numbers for each customer creating shipping labels all this is done on the computer and save into the erp warehouse drive Material Handler/Machine Operator
The Estée Lauder Companies-Bristol, PA
September 2023 to September 2024
Operate forklifts, hi-lo, and turret machines to transport materials around the warehouse. Assist with inventory audits, ensuring accurate data entry into the system. Train new employees to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
Maintain a clean, safe work environment with regular PPE usage. Mason Tender/Laborer
Above All Chimney and Masonry-Bensalem, PA
March 2022 to July 2023
Supported masons by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and maintaining clean, safe job sites. Assisted in scaffold setup, transport, and project prep. Landscaper
Bowman Properties Ltd-Philadelphia, PA
August 2016 to December 2017
Performed skilled landscape maintenance including pruning, lawn care, and snow removal. Operated hand and power tools safely and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Line Cook
The hub brewery-Duboistown, PA
March 2016 to August 2016
Prepared food efficiently during high volume service. Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen and ensured customer satisfaction.
Line Cook
Red Lobster-Williamsport, PA
July 2015 to December 2015
Cooked food for large parties, ensuring high standards of quality and speed. Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment.
Recycling Sorter
Williamsport land field-Williamsport, PA
October 2013 to August 2015
Sorted recyclables from waste in a timely manner during extended shifts. Rope mill helper
Williamsport Wirerope-Williamsport, PA
November 2012 to February 2013
Assisted with equipment maintenance and oil transportation for machine operators. Inventory Associate
Walmart-Montoursville, PA
January 2012 to November 2012
Unloaded trucks, stocked inventory, and operated forklifts for heavy loads. Promoted to 1st shift and considered for assistant manager role. Crew Member
Wendy's-Philadelphia, PA
June 2009 to December 2009
Worked as line cook and cashier, ensuring cleanliness and customer satisfaction. Volunteered for overtime hours to support the team. Education
GED
Fels Samuel High School-Philadelphia, PA
September 2004 to July 2008
Skills
• Inventory Control & Auditing
• Stone masonry
• Quality assurance
• Warehouse management system
• Leadership
• Analysis skills
• Microsoft Excel
• PCI
• Heavy Equipment Operation (Backhoe, Forklifts, Front Loader)
• Custodial experience
• Shipping & Receiving
• Electrical Experience (4 years)
• Data Entry & ERP Systems
• Computer skills
• Heavy lifting (10+ years)
• Freight
• Equipment Maintenance & Repairs
• Management
• Safety & Compliance (OSHA)
• Supervising experience
• Heavy Lifting & Physical Labor
• Janitorial experience
• Shipping and receiving inventory management
• Microsoft Outlook
• Communication skills
• Forklift (10+ years)
• Basic math
• Organizational skills
• Order shipping (2 years)
• Training & Development
• Customer Service & Food Service
• Forklift & Machine Operation (4 years)
• Attention to detail
• Supply chain
• Warehouse Management & Material Handling
• Time management
• Cleaning
• RF scanner
• Heavy Equipment Operation (2 years)
• Pallet jack
• Order picking
• ERP systems
• Sanitation
• Landscaping (4 years)
• Team Collaboration & Leadership
• Carpentry
• Floor care
• Vehicle maintenance
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certificate
Present
Food Handler Certificate
Present
Landscape Plants & Design Certificate
March 2008 to Present
Driver's License
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