Self-motivated Dock Worker with extensive experience sorting and transporting shipments. Physically fit team member unloads, palletizes and tracks boxes efficiently. Strong organization skills promote accurate shipments and thoroughly documented inventories.
currently enrolled for the 2024 september metal fabrication program at NSCC Akerley Campus. just simply looking to learn the trade while im in school.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dock Worker/Forklift Operator
Armour Transportation Systems
Dartmouth, NS
07.2018 - Current
Loaded and unloaded cargo from vessels, trucks, and railcars.
Inspected cargo for damage or defects.
Operated forklifts to move cargo around the dock area.
Assisted in loading and unloading containers with heavy machinery.
Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
Stacked boxes on pallets according to size and weight requirements.
Organized warehouse inventory in an efficient manner.
Checked documents for accuracy prior to shipment.
Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working on the dockside.
Reported any damages or discrepancies found during inspection of goods to supervisor immediately.
Cleaned and maintained dock areas including warehouses, storage yards, and workstations.
Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment used at the dockside.
Utilized hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers as needed.
Communicated effectively with other workers regarding delivery schedules.
Followed company policies related to security measures while handling packages.
Adhered strictly to occupational health and safety regulations while working around hazardous materials.
Transported goods from one location to another using appropriate vehicles.
Used electric forklifts and electric pallets to safely move pallets of merchandise.
Transported materials and pallets between areas.
Inspected cargo for damages, irregularities and incorrect information.
Participated in company training programs to learn new skills and promote workplace safety.
Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids and boxes to designated areas.
Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
Opened and inspected containers to prepare for loading and unloading.
Removed obstructions from entryways and transported packages to correct locations.
Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
Performed preventative maintenance on heavy machinery to prevent malfunctions and breakdowns.
Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cole Harbour District High School
Cole Harbour, NS
06-2018
Skills
Inventory Organization
Product Verification
Materials Handling
Shipping and Receiving
Certification
certified forklift operator standard lift truck/ clamp lift/ ''long-forks'' / electric lift truck/ carpet pole.
certified dangerous goods handling training up to class 8 corrosive, class 3 flammable liquids, class 5.2 organic peroxide, class 5.1 oxidizing substances, class 2 gases, class 4 flammable solids ect.