Blair Gallagher
Laurentian Hills
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at KI Canada, excelling in warehouse operations and shipping/receiving. Proven ability to enhance efficiency through effective problem-solving and meticulous inventory management. Skilled in forklift operation and committed to safety, reliability, and teamwork, ensuring seamless logistics and optimal workflow.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Vendor Receiver
KI Canada
Forklift Operator
KI Canada
10.1994 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, verifying accuracy of received and dispatched goods.
- Maintained organized inventory records, facilitating quick access to materials as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime in operations.
- Trained new staff on safe forklift operation and best practices for material handling.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs to prevent breakdowns.
- Assisted in implementing process improvements that enhanced overall operational efficiency.
- 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.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Education
Bishop Rayan High School
Hamilton, ONSkills
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Packaging and labeling
- Pallet jack operation
- Stockroom organization
- Invoice verification
- Barcode scanning
- Purchase order tracking
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Punctual and reliable
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Forklift Operator
KI Canada
10.1994 - Current
Vendor Receiver
KI Canada
Bishop Rayan High School