Quinton Detwiler
Results-driven forklift operator with 7 years of experience in warehouse operations and materials handling
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Results-driven forklift operator with 7 years of experience in warehouse operations and materials handling. Proven expertise in inventory control, quality assurance, and safety compliance, maintaining certifications in forklift and electric pallet jack operation. Demonstrated ability to enhance efficiency by effectively coordinating logistics and managing inventory, contributing to streamlined operations and improved safety standards. Committed to fostering a safe and organized work environment.
Experience
Forklift Operator - REM Staffing, Inc. - Carlisle, PA
(2026-01 - 2026-04)
Temp agency
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring safe handling of goods.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to maintain safety standards.
- Maintained accurate records of material movements and equipment usage.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Pallet Jack Operator/Production - Cargill - Harrisburg, PA
(2022-07 - 2026-01)
Decision Making
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
Lawn Care Technician (Seasonal) - Sunrise Farm Landscapes - Harrisburg, PA
(2023-04 - 2025-10)
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, promoting safety and efficiency.
- Applied fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to promote healthy growth and control weeds and pests
- Scheduled appointments with clients for routine maintenance visits or additional services
- Performed regular lawn maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, and trimming to ensure a well-manicured appearance
Order Selector/Forklift Operator - UNFI/SUPERVALU - Harrisburg, PA
(2021-12 - 2022-05)
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
Driver Helper - Republic Services - York, PA
(2020-04 - 2021-09)
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Communicated regularly with territory, regional and strategic managers for daily support and strategic planning for accounts.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
- Investigated and resolved issues to drive better service for customers and employees.
- Communicated clearly with customers in person and via telephone, driving positive experiences.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products.
Order Selector - Feesers Inc. - Harrisburg, PA
(2019-10 - 2020-03)
- Organized pallets and secured materials with plastic wrap to prepare for movement to skids.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Complex issues to direct supervisor for quick resolution.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Amazon Warehouse Associate - Amazon - Mechanicsburg, PA
(2017-07 - 2019-08)
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Supported management team to facilitate task completion and meet performance goals.
- Arranged and stocked new merchandise following placement directions.
- Stocked sales floor and assisted in product movement and merchandising plans.
- Communicated clearly with customers in person and via telephone, driving positive experiences.
- Followed cleaning and sanitation guidelines to meet health and OSHA requirements.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Squared stacked displayed materials for safe and orderly conditions.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
Education
High school diploma or GED
