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Chris Daniels

Port Dover,ON

Summary

Dedicated Forklift Driver with extensive experience at National Steel Car, excelling in warehouse operations and safety compliance. Proven ability to optimize inventory staging and enhance efficiency through effective materials handling. Strong teamwork and communication skills, coupled with a DZ license, ensure a productive and safe work environment.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forklift Driver

National Steel Car
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision, minimizing damage to products during transport.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Safely transported valuable goods while adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts to move, stack, and organize materials.
  • Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on forklift equipment, ensuring proper functionality and longevity.
  • Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
  • Loaded warehouse trailers using Type forklift.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by demonstrating strong teamwork skills and consistently displaying a professional attitude.
  • Trained new employees on proper forklift operation, contributing to a safer work environment.
  • Assisted with inventory management tasks for optimal space utilization and product accessibility.
  • Assisted management with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring data accuracy for better decision-making purposes.
  • Aided in maintaining accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments through diligent documentation efforts.
  • Optimized storage layouts by reorganizing pallets for easier access and improved workflow.
  • Completed daily inspections of the warehouse area to identify potential hazards or issues needing attention.
  • Expedited order fulfillment processes by swiftly moving items from storage areas to shipping docks when needed.
  • Provided support in managing warehouse inventory levels, preventing stock shortages or overstock situations.
  • Demonstrated compliance with company policies and procedures, reinforcing a safe and productive work environment.
  • Streamlined warehouse operations through skillful prioritization of tasks according to urgency and importance levels.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the warehouse area by disposing of waste materials and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.

Driver, Farmer , Beekeeper

Alderbrook Farm
06.2019 - Current

Education

Mlcp

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, None
03.2020

Skills

    Dz licence

  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking and processing
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Warehouse operations
  • Forklift inspection
  • Inventory staging
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Safety awareness
  • Materials handling
  • Efficient movement
  • Dock operations
  • Load planning

Languages

English
Professional Working

Certification

DZ license

Timeline

Driver, Farmer , Beekeeper

Alderbrook Farm
06.2019 - Current

Forklift Driver

National Steel Car

Mlcp

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Chris Daniels