Emeka Okpala
Safety-focused Forklift Operator, Material Handler, and Production Operator
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Safety-focused Forklift Operator, Material Handler, and Production Operator with 8+ years of experience across industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, and logistics environments. Skilled in counterbalance and order picker forklift operation, loading/unloading, material staging, inventory control, shipping/receiving, equipment inspections, and production support. Strong understanding of SOPs, hazard awareness, safe material handling, and accurate documentation.
Dependable team member prepared to support Calgary-area oil & gas, warehouse, industrial, and logistics operations.
Experience
Production Operator at Ice River Sustainable Solutions (2024-02 – 2025-11)
- Operated production equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with SOPs and workplace safety standards.
- Monitored production processes and supported daily production targets and workflow requirements.
- Maintained accurate production and maintenance logs to support reporting and operational continuity.
- Performed routine equipment checks and reported operational or safety concerns promptly.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas and followed site-specific safety procedures.
- Worked with production and warehouse teams to maintain efficient material and workflow movement.
Forklift Operator / Material Handler at Door Factory (2019-03 – 2021-12)
- Operated counterbalance forklifts to safely move raw materials, finished goods, and production supplies.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported, and staged materials throughout the facility while supporting production timelines.
- Conducted daily forklift and equipment inspections before operation and reported concerns.
- Maintained inventory records and supported stock control and material availability.
- Followed safe work procedures for material handling, equipment operation, and workplace organization.
Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate at Soliparites International Logistics (2012-01 – 2016-11)
- Operated forklifts for loading and unloading incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Organized warehouse storage and staged materials to improve safe access and efficient movement.
- Prepared and moved products for shipment and distribution in a busy logistics environment.
- Maintained accurate shipping and receiving documentation for inventory tracking.
- Assisted with stock organization, inventory control, and routine equipment inspections.
- Maintained a clean and organized warehouse while following safe work practices.
Education
Bachelor's Degree – Kharkiv National University of Radio Electronics (2015)
