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GURLAL SINGH SANDHU

Brampton,ON

Summary

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Give And Go
04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.

Area Leader

DSV Solutions
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Improved team efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing daily operations.
  • Achieved increased productivity by establishing effective communication channels within the team.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high quality results.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful project execution and optimal resource allocation.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to meet organizational goals and drive continuous improvement.
  • Enhanced team collaboration with regular meetings, progress updates, and constructive feedback sessions.

Forklift Operator

CANADA CARTAGE
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.

Forklift Operator

RADIANT
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Education

Computer Systems Technician

ALPHA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Toronto, ON
12.2022

Skills

  • Product Inspection
  • Inventory Staging
  • Shipment Processing
  • Material Handling
  • Palletizing
  • Forklift Operation
  • Shipping and Receiving Expert
  • Safe Driver
  • Inventory Counts
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Storage and Organization
  • Safety Awareness

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Give And Go
04.2023 - 12.2023

Area Leader

DSV Solutions
07.2022 - 03.2023

Forklift Operator

CANADA CARTAGE
02.2022 - 06.2022

Forklift Operator

RADIANT
09.2021 - 02.2022

Computer Systems Technician

ALPHA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
GURLAL SINGH SANDHU