Melvin Swagerty
High Point
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
I, Enrolled in a refresher certification course for: Powered Industrial Trucks-Forklift Operator and Safety Training, and compleled & passed the examination and certified. In complying with the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178.
Exam Dates: November 18th 2023
Certificate Number 11_18_23_002
DETROIT TRAINING CENTER
5151 LORAINE ST
DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48208
313-221-5876
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
Detroit
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
Order Selector
Ford Motor Company
Detroit
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Ensured protection of products during transport by packing items into designated boxes.
- Prepared shipment documents, including bills of lading and invoices, with precision.
- Labeled boxes and organized them in outbound collection areas for streamlined processing.
- Operated electric pallet jacks and forklifts to enhance efficiency in warehouse transport.
- Unloaded merchandise from delivery trucks swiftly to sustain operational workflow.
- Utilized handheld scanners to input package data accurately for tracking purposes.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually and digitally for effective inventory management.
- Verified shipments against purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in items, quantity, and quality.
Sanitation Crew Member
United Airlines
Denver
11.2017 - 10.2019
- Stocked restroom supplies, including toilet paper, soap, and towels.
- Serviced and restocked restrooms to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on sanitation vehicles and equipment.
- Collected recyclables according to company guidelines to promote sustainability.
- Cleared snow, leaves, and debris from entrances to maintain safety and appearance.
- Handled and stored chemical cleaners following safety protocols to prevent damage.
- Moved furniture and equipment manually or with hand trucks for operational efficiency.
- Followed safety processes for cleaning equipment to minimize risks.
Material Handler/Forklift Technician
Elgin Air Force Base
Fort Walton Beach
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads efficiently.
- Managed warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and shipping materials.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices using affixing tools for safe transportation.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to prevent delays and enhance productivity.
- Verified shipment accuracy against purchase orders and invoices to ensure compliance.
- Cleaned storage areas to meet sanitation regulations and prepare for future use.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to maintain environmental standards.
- Maintained digital records of stock movements and unit inventory for operational tracking.
Material Handler/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Lackland United States Air Force Base
San Antonio
06.2010 - 04.2015
- Prepared outgoing shipments by effectively packaging, labeling, and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport freight loads across facility.
- Checked incoming deliveries for quality and quantity, promptly identifying damages or discrepancies.
- Counted boxes in loading docks to ensure accurate completion of work orders.
- Applied barcodes to cargo, utilizing digital scanners for efficient tracking during transportation.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices, securing items for safe transit.
- Maintained digital records of inventory movements to support operational efficiency.
- Assisted with physical inventories by accurately counting parts as needed.
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Littlerock Air Force Base
Littlerock
10.1995 - 06.2010
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment for efficient freight transport.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices, securing items for safe transit.
- Managed warehouse processes, including receiving, storing, and shipping of goods.
- Logged unit quantities and maintained accurate inventory records in digital database.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Cleaned storage areas to meet sanitation regulations and prepare for future use.
- Verified shipment accuracy against purchase orders and invoices to prevent discrepancies.
- Supported warehouse team by assisting in tasks and conducting physical inventories efficiently.
Material Handler/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Memphis Defense Depot
Memphis
10.1987 - 10.1995
- Operated forklift for efficient loading and unloading of trucks.
Transported materials to five warehouses, ensuring proper stock rotation.
Conducted safety inspections and maintenance on assigned forklift battery.
Maintained warehouse cleanliness through sweeping and recycling efforts.
Processed documents for damaged clothing and food items, returning unusable materials.
Picked clothing and food items for shipping to various destinations.
Executed annual inventory assessments across five warehouses to track stock levels.
Performed a variety of standard storage assignments to ensure optimal organization.
Education
GED -
Detroit Adult Education Center
100 Renaissance Center09-1977
Skills
- Forklift operation and maintenance
- Material handling and packaging
- Shipping documentation and order processing
- Inventory management and order picking
- Safety inspections and compliance
- Team collaboration
- Equipment operation and troubleshooting
Timeline
Order Selector
Ford Motor Company
08.2023 - 11.2023
Forklift Operator
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
02.2023 - 11.2024
Sanitation Crew Member
United Airlines
11.2017 - 10.2019
Material Handler/Forklift Technician
Elgin Air Force Base
04.2015 - 03.2016
Material Handler/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Lackland United States Air Force Base
06.2010 - 04.2015
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Littlerock Air Force Base
10.1995 - 06.2010
Material Handler/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Memphis Defense Depot
10.1987 - 10.1995
GED -
Detroit Adult Education Center
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