Warehouse Operations & Forklift Leadership Professional
Resume:
Nicklaus Holmes
Petersburg, VA +1-434-***-**** **************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Driven operations and logistics professional with 10+ years of experience in high-volume warehouse environments. Proven ability to lead teams, enforce safety protocols, and optimize operational workflows. Hands-on leader with a solid background in forklift operation, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and quality assurance. Seeking a supervisory position where I can leverage my experience, communication skills, and leadership mindset to drive team performance and efficiency.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Work Experience
Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate
R&L Carriers Chester, VA
March 2024 to Present
• Lead by example in daily forklift operations and warehouse procedures.
• Assist in mentoring new associates and promoting a culture of safety.
• Oversee proper loading/unloading and material movement.
• Conduct equipment checks and report maintenance needs.
• Support inventory organization and team coordination. Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate
R&L Carriers Chester, VA
March 2024 to Present
• Lead by example in daily forklift operations and warehouse procedures.
• Assist in mentoring new associates and promoting a culture of safety.
• Oversee proper loading/unloading and material movement.
• Conduct equipment checks and report maintenance needs.
• Support inventory organization and team coordination. Mortgage Consultant
Teleperformance Richmond, VA
March 2023 to September 2023
• Supported loan originators with application management and file preparation.
• Maintained accuracy and confidentiality in handling client documents. Mortgage Consultant
Teleperformance Richmond, VA
March 2023 to September 2023
• Supported loan originators with application management and file preparation.
• Maintained accuracy and confidentiality in handling client documents. Customer Service Representative
Maximus Chester, VA
December 2021 to January 2023
• Managed high call volumes with professionalism and urgency.
• Troubleshot client issues and documented interactions in CRM systems.
• Mentored new hires on call handling and system use. Customer Service Representative
Maximus Chester, VA
December 2021 to January 2023
• Managed high call volumes with professionalism and urgency.
• Troubleshot client issues and documented interactions in CRM systems.
• Mentored new hires on call handling and system use. Forklift Operator
Carolina Container Company Prince George, VA
October 2019 to December 2021
• Operated heavy machinery to manage inventory and shipment flow.
• Performed quality control checks on outgoing products.
• Recommended efficiency improvements to shift supervisor. Forklift Operator
Carolina Container Company Prince George, VA
October 2019 to December 2021
• Operated heavy machinery to manage inventory and shipment flow.
• Performed quality control checks on outgoing products.
• Recommended efficiency improvements to shift supervisor. Forklift Operator
Medline Industries Chester, VA
May 2019 to September 2019
• Completed all shipping/receiving documentation and inventory tasks.
• Ensured material handling met production deadlines. Forklift Operator
Medline Industries Chester, VA
May 2019 to September 2019
• Completed all shipping/receiving documentation and inventory tasks.
• Ensured material handling met production deadlines. Order Selector / Warehouse Associate
Food Lion Distribution Disputanta, VA
July 2018 to February 2019
• Supervised order picking operations on busy warehouse floor.
• Maintained inventory accuracy through careful product selection.
• Acted as point person for shift safety compliance. Order Selector / Warehouse Associate
Food Lion Distribution Disputanta, VA
July 2018 to February 2019
• Supervised order picking operations on busy warehouse floor.
• Maintained inventory accuracy through careful product selection.
• Acted as point person for shift safety compliance. Warehouse Associate / Integrity Coach
Amazon Fulfillment Center Petersburg, VA
April 2012 to January 2018
• Recognized for leadership as "Integrity Coach" supporting underperforming staff.
• Trained new associates in warehouse protocols and RF scanner usage.
• Ensured product flow and accuracy in stow and retrieval processes. Warehouse Associate / Integrity Coach
Amazon Fulfillment Center Petersburg, VA
April 2012 to January 2018
• Recognized for leadership as "Integrity Coach" supporting underperforming staff.
• Trained new associates in warehouse protocols and RF scanner usage.
• Ensured product flow and accuracy in stow and retrieval processes. Education
High School Diploma
Chesterfield Community High School Chesterfield, VA June 2004
High School Diploma
Chesterfield Community High School Chesterfield, VA June 2004 to June 2004
Upper secondary education
Skills
Customer relationship building Forklift - Forklift operation experience (11-15 years) Cycle counting inventory management Hand trucks Warehouse sorting Cherry picker Staff training Leadership Unloading Emergency procedures Automated guided vehicle (AGV) Budgeting LOTO Quality Control & Process Improvement Reach truck Cross-functional Communication & Problem Solving Hoists Packing Shipping & Receiving Load/Unload Oversight Microsoft Word Microsoft Office Training & development Process improvement FIFO SAP Microsoft Excel Interviewing Pallet jack Order picker Materials handling - Materials handling experience (11-15 years) Pallet stackers Conveyor systems Microsoft Outlook Crane Analysis skills CGMP Communication skills Conflict management Team motivation (leadership skill) Production planning Team Leadership
& Staff Training Inventory Management Loading Customer service Management OSHA Manufacturing facility Forklift safety protocols Quality control Warehouse experience Microsoft PowerPoint Client relationship development Forklift & Equipment Operation (Stand-Up, Cherry Picker, Clamp Truck) Warehouse Safety Compliance (OSHA-aligned) Attention to detail Computer skills Order fulfillment Order Picking Stock rotation Personal protective equipment (PPE) use Telemarketing Hazard communication Windows RF scanner Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Shipping & receiving Packaging Computer operation Load & unload Clamp truck Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification
Scissor Lift Certification
Driver's License
OSHA 10
Electric Pallet Jack Certification
Pallet Jack Certification
Aerial Lift Certification
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