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Daniel Stewart

Santa Rosa

Summary

At Corning & Company, I honed my expertise in forklift operation and inventory management, significantly enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety. My proactive problem-solving and certified forklift skills led to a notable reduction in loading times and workplace accidents, demonstrating my commitment to operational excellence and team collaboration.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Corning & Company
02.2023 - 09.2024
  • 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.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
  • Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
  • Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
  • Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
  • Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
  • Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
  • Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
  • Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
  • Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
  • Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
  • Streamlined inventory management by accurately logging movements of goods.
  • Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
  • Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
  • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
  • Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
  • Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
  • Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Optimized fuel usage and maintenance costs by operating forklifts in economical manner.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
  • Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
  • Used equipment such as [Type] and [Type] to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
  • Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.

Education

Associate of Arts - Speech/ English/ Mathematics

Napa Valley College
Napa, CA
09.2003

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Material Handling
  • Order Picking
  • Safe driver
  • Palletizing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Storage and Organization
  • Materials Movement
  • Workplace Cleanliness
  • Inventory staging
  • Inventory Counts
  • Pallet Construction

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Corning & Company
02.2023 - 09.2024

Associate of Arts - Speech/ English/ Mathematics

Napa Valley College
Daniel Stewart