Caleb Church
Eden
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with a proven track record at Linon Home Decor, excelling in warehouse operations and safety. Expert in loading and unloading, I enhanced efficiency and accuracy, consistently exceeding performance metrics. A collaborative team player, I trained new employees and maintained a clean, organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Linon Home Decor
08.2024 - Current
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Order Picker
Gildan
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of orders during peak demand periods.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Reduced order processing time with the use of RF scanning equipment and inventory management software.
- Improved order accuracy by meticulously picking items according to pick list and packing slip requirements.
- Performed proper lifting and handling techniques to maintain safe working environment.
- Contributed to overall warehouse efficiency by assisting in other areas such as receiving, stocking, or shipping when required.
- Exceeded company expectations for order fulfillment speed and accuracy, consistently meeting or surpassing performance metrics.
- Built pallets and positioned orders on loading dock to safely pile and ship goods.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to transport orders and prepare for shipment delivery.
- Maintained a clean, safe work environment by complying with established safety procedures and guidelines.
Education
Morehead High School
Eden, NC01.2023
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- General laborer
- Safe driver
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Linon Home Decor
08.2024 - Current
Order Picker
Gildan
01.2023 - 08.2023
Morehead High School
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