Forklift Operator at Newco
Material Handler/Receiving Clerk at GrowTech Industries, LLC (2025-08 – 2026-07)
- Received and unloaded all incoming product.
- Input product into wms system.
- Safely operated industrial equiptment in warehouse to move energy segments in and around warehouse
General warehouse operator at Best Buy (2025-04 – 2025-08)
- Operate clamp truck to unload and load trailers.
- Stack and putaway appliances in warhouse using clamp truck.
- Recieve incoming product using handheld RF scanner.
- Pick orders and load trailers.
- Secure loads in trailers using straps.
Material Handler/Forklift Operator at GTI Manufacturing (2024-11 – 2025-01)
Forklift Operator at Performance Food Group (Vistar) (2024-04 – 2024-10)
- Operated forklift to safely and efficiently move materials, products, and equipment
- Collaborated with warehouse team to organize storage areas for optimal efficiency
- Adhered to safety protocols at all times to prevent accidents or injuries in the workplace
- Utilized handheld scanners or computer systems to track inventory movement within the warehouse
- Followed company procedures when handling hazardous materials or fragile items
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and coworkers regarding daily tasks and priorities
- Operated various types of forklifts, such as sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, or clamp truck based on job requirements
- Safely transported materials between different areas of the warehouse without any incidents
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals by prioritizing tasks effectively
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by organizing supplies, removing debris, and disposing waste properly
- Demonstrated excellent spatial awareness skills while maneuvering through narrow aisles or tight spaces within the warehouse environment
- Operated forklift equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies
- Maintained a high level of accuracy when recording inventory movements using computerized systems or paper-based logs
- Contributed to the reduction of product damage by implementing proper handling techniques
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting products for quality assurance purposes
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and worked efficiently under tight deadlines
- Collaborated with team members on special projects, such as warehouse reorganization or inventory audits
- Followed established procedures for receiving, storing, and distributing materials within the warehouse facility
Forklift Operator at Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics (2023-12 – 2024-02)
- Operated forklift to safely and efficiently move materials, products, and equipment
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper placement of items to prevent damage
- Collaborated with warehouse team to organize storage areas for optimal efficiency
- Operated forklift equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies
- Maintained a high level of accuracy when recording inventory movements using computerized systems or paper-based logs
- Followed established procedures for receiving, storing, and distributing materials within the warehouse facility
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and worked efficiently under tight deadlines
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting products for quality assurance purposes
Forklift Operator and Material Handler at Lineage Logistics (2023-07 – 2023-10)
- Operated forklift to safely and efficiently move materials, products, and equipment throughout the warehouse
- Utilized handheld scanners to accurately track inventory levels and update database records
- Safely transported hazardous materials in compliance with company policies and government regulations
- Closely inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies, promptly reporting any issues to supervisors
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using forklift, ensuring proper stacking and securing of items
- Collaborated with team members to prioritize tasks based on production schedules and customer demands
- Assisted in conducting physical inventories by counting stock items manually or using electronic devices
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to 5S principles of workplace organization
- Leveraged strong attention to detail when verifying product codes, lot numbers, expiration dates, etc
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking assistance with operating machinery or troubleshooting issues
- Collaborated with shipping department to ensure timely delivery of goods while minimizing errors or delays
- Participated actively in safety training programs aimed at preventing accidents or injuries in the workplace
- Assisted in training new forklift operators on safe and efficient operation of machinery
Forklift Operator Certified/ Shipping clerk at Geodis logistics (2018-10 – 2023-06)
- Use RF gun to pick customer orders.
- Stack product onto proper pallet type depending what customer requests.
- Stage product in specified staging lane.
- Assign orders to employees RF to case pick.
- Print paper work for shipping out orders.
- Check in drivers and assign dock door.
- Check out drivers.
Cook at Buffalo Wild Wings (2017-10 – 2019-03)
Cook food to food safety standards. Prep food to company and county health department standards.
Pesticide Applicator at Mosquito Squad Chicago (2016-06 – 2018-10)
I was a pesticide applicator. I would travel to a customer's residence, and apply pesticides to the yard with a back pack blower
DC 2 Warehouse Associate at Fleetpride Inc (2015-01 – 2016-02)
- Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
- Completed daily forklift safety checklists.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Shrink-wrapped an average of 20-30 pallets per day.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Loaded, transported and stacked materials.
- Checked accuracy of merchandise signs.
- Reported damage to racks, faulty equipment and other safety hazards to a supervisor.
- Maintained a neat and clean working area at all times.
- Inspected product load for accuracy and safely transported it around the warehouse.
- Unloaded cartons from pallets and filled storage racks with cartons.
- Removed plastic and straps from pallets to facilitate unloading.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Placed overstocked items in temporary storage.
Forklift operator at Select Staffing (2014-03 – 2015-01)
- Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Stacked and stored pallets at the end of the shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.
- Used item numbers to properly stock warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded pieces into boxes for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Line Cook at Taphouse Bar & Grill (2013-08 – 2014-03)
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Actively involved in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training, recruitment, private dining and catering.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products.
- Assisted in maintaining preparation and service areas in a sanitary condition
- Baked, roasted, broiled, and steamed meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning
- Cleaned and inspected galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas
- Cleaned and organized eating, service, and kitchen areas
- Cleaned and sterilized equipment and facilities
- Trained kitchen staff on proper use of equipment, food handling, and portion sizing.
- Responsible for the production and plating of desserts.
