George Salemone

Certified Forklift Operator

Talent

Boksburg, Ekurhuleni Metropolitan MunicipalityMember since January 16, 2023

Counterbalance Forklift OperationInventory tracking & stock rotation (FIFO)Reach Forklift OperationRF scanning & inventory accuracyLoad securing & material handlingBasic equipment maintenance checksWarehouse safety protocols (OHS)Team collaboration in fast-paced environments

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Counterbalance Forklift OperationInventory tracking & stock rotation (FIFO)Reach Forklift OperationRF scanning & inventory accuracyLoad securing & material handling

About

Certified Forklift Operator with over 6 years of experience in high-volume warehouses and distribution centres. Skilled in operating counterbalance and reach forklifts, maintaining 100% safety compliance, and improving loading/unloading efficiency. Proven track record of accurate inventory handling, zero incidents over multiple years, and successfully training new team members.

Experience

Forklift Driver / Operator at Heineken Distribution Centre / Warehouse (2020-03 – 2026-05)

Safely operated forklifts to move 50+ pallets per shift, loading/unloading trucks and organising warehouse storage.
Maintained 99% inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and RF scanning.
Reduced loading times by 25% by optimising stacking patterns and route planning.
Conducted daily pre-shift forklift inspections and reported issues immediately, contributing to zero major equipment downtime.
Trained 5 new team members on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.

Forklift Operator at Nampak (Isando) Distribution (Bidvest Outsourcing Contractor) (2016-04 – 2019-12)

Handled inbound/outbound shipments in a high-throughput environment (average 40 loads daily).
Ensured full compliance with health & safety regulations; achieved perfect safety audit scores.
Assisted with general warehouse duties including picking, packing, and cleaning.