Material Handler / Certified Forklift Operator

Carl A. Hill

Stores Attendant - B

Benton Harbor, MI

(Best time to interview: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM EST)

Summary:

Carl is a safety-conscious Material Handler with over ten years of hands-on experience in maintaining secure and compliant work environments. He has a strong background in materials management and is proficient in operating various equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other machinery. Carl regularly conducts weekly inventory checks and inspections, identifies damage or defects, and prepares detailed reports using SAP, Microsoft Word, and Excel. He holds certifications in forklift and pallet jack operation. Known for his excellent organizational skills and team-oriented approach, he thrives in fast-paced settings while prioritizing safety. Based in Benton Harbor, MI, Carl is available to start immediately.

Skills:

Materials Handling

Warehouse Management

Forklift

Loading/Unloading

Microsoft Office

Data Entry

Order Picking/Packing

Pallet Jack

Crane

Cargo/Freight

Hand Tools

Heavy Lifting

Inventory Management

ISO 9001

Logistics

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Radio Frequency

SAP

ERP

Blueprint Reading

Shipping/Receiving

Bill of Materials (BOM)

Stock Rotation

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

Mechanical Knowledge

Hi-Lo Experience

Education:

Mumford High School - Detroit, MI

High School Diploma

Certifications and Licenses:

Driver's License

Forklift Certification

Pallet Jack Certification

National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies

First Aid Certification

Air Brake Endorsement

Welding Certification

Work Experience:

Material Handler

Executive Management Services Inc. - Benton Harbor, MI

Jun 2025 - Jan 2026

Operating forklift and pallet jacks to load and unload trucks.

Compacting cardboard into bales for recycling.

Recycling steel and aluminum scraps from CNC machines and disposing of them in proper dumpsters.

Tracking daily weights of recycled materials.

Performing data entry of recycled materials' weights using Microsoft Excel, Word and handheld RF scanners.

Conducting general warehouse duties, including cleaning and organizing raw materials and supplies.

Parks and Grounds Labor/ Heavy Equipment Operator

City Of Benton Harbor, Benton Harbor, MI

Jun 2024 - Aug 2025

Using forklift and pallet jacks to load and unload trucks.

Performing general yard maintenance and landscaping tasks.

Operating small machinery such as mowers, blowers, and other gas-powered equipment.

Conducting maintenance on equipment and tools.

Maintaining city property and buildings.

Keeping records and providing information for reports.

Environmental Services Technician

Corewell Health - Michigan, USA

Dec 2023 - Jun 2024

Keep the cores between the operating room clean and sterile.

Prevent infection during surgical procedures.

Disinfect the room from high to low with EPA-approved disinfectant.

Maintain a sterile environment throughout the process.

Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Midwest Timer Services - Benton Harbor, MI

Jul 2023 - Dec 2023

Operate forklift and pallet jack for loading and unloading activities.

Manage the production floor by handling raw materials and pulling finished goods.

Organize inbound and outbound materials, placing them into designated locations and recording daily movements.

Load and unload trucks carrying materials, ensuring efficient handling.

Prepare bills of lading and perform general warehouse duties.

Order Selector/Forklift Operator

Lineage Logistics - Sodus, MI

Jan 2021 - May 2023

Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery for loading and unloading hazardous materials safely.

Pull orders from a refrigerated warehouse, palletize, and store incoming stock.

Enter daily movement data and perform general warehouse tasks.

Supply the production floor with raw materials and inventory finished goods.

Use RF guns for scanning daily movements and handle warehouse cleaning, recycling, and cardboard bailing.

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

DTE Energy Mailing Center - Detroit, MI

Apr 2018 - Jan 2021

Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to safely transport and organize materials within the facility.

Loaded and unloaded trucks of mail, palletized mail, and maintained inventory of supplies.

Utilized Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, inventory reporting, and recordkeeping.

Ensured mailing machine operator was stocked with necessary materials to complete tasks.

Maintained accurate records and ensured efficient workflow within the mail processing environment.

Forklift Operator

DHL Logistics - Detroit, MI

Apr 2014 - Apr 2018

Managed inbound shipments on a swing dock, including receiving and storing goods.

Operated equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently.

Pulled outbound orders, rotated stock, and conducted inventory counts.

Performed general warehousing duties to ensure smooth operations.

Used Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and RF scanners for inventory management and product loading.

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