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Dave Greenham

Palmerston,ON

Summary

Diligent Material Handler offering experience moving loads quickly and without damage. Attentive and safety-focused with proven history of identifying potential hazards. Works well in both team and independent roles. Demonstrating teamwork and a positive attitude, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring seamless shipping and receiving processes.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Karmax Heavy Stamping
01.2004 - 01.2024
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
  • Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.

Material Handler

Skyjack Inc Plant 2
02.1998 - 01.2002
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
  • Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.

Material Handler

Massiv Die-Form
09.1994 - 01.1998
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
  • Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.

Forklift Operator

A.J Billes Distribution Centre
08.1992 - 07.1994
  • 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.
  • 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.

Forklift/Order Picker Operator

Kuehne & Nagel
04.1989 - 06.1992
  • Communicated proactively with supervisors regarding any issues or concerns that could impact order fulfillment timelines or quality.
  • Contributed to inventory control by accurately recording picked items and reporting discrepancies promptly.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to shifting priorities as dictated by daily workload fluctuations or special projects assigned by management.
  • Assisted in minimizing product damage by carefully handling items during the picking process.
  • Improved order accuracy by diligently verifying and cross-checking picked items against order lists.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency through the proficient operation of pallet jacks, forklifts, and other necessary equipment.
  • Performed routine equipment inspections, ensuring optimal performance levels while minimizing downtime due to maintenance issues.
  • Maintained a safe work environment with strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.

Material Handler

Mega International Air Services
09.1987 - 05.1989
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.

Education

Georgetown District High School
Georgetown, ON

Skills

  • Material Handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order Picking
  • Positive Attitude
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Forklift Operation
  • Equipment safety
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Pulling and Staging

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Material Handler

Karmax Heavy Stamping
01.2004 - 01.2024

Material Handler

Skyjack Inc Plant 2
02.1998 - 01.2002

Material Handler

Massiv Die-Form
09.1994 - 01.1998

Forklift Operator

A.J Billes Distribution Centre
08.1992 - 07.1994

Forklift/Order Picker Operator

Kuehne & Nagel
04.1989 - 06.1992

Material Handler

Mega International Air Services
09.1987 - 05.1989

Georgetown District High School

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