Myriam Sylla
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Forklift operator and yard supervisor with experience coordinating freight movement, managing loads, and enforcing safety compliance. Oversight of material flow, accurate inventory handling, and daily yard operations. Maintenance of documentation and execution of safety procedures to support efficient turnaround times.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Forklift Operator
OVERLANDWEST
Acheson, Alberta
01.2017 - 07.2026
- Moved freight with forklifts across warehouse and dock areas at Overland West.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with hand trucks, pallets, and lift equipment.
- Trained new employees on proper operation of forklift equipment to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff and dispatch teams to maintain daily material flow.
- Supported shipping and receiving operations at OverlandWest facilities.
- Assisted in organizing inventory for maximum storage efficiency.
Yard Supervisor(PT)
Rene Transport
Edmonton, Alberta
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Supervised Rene Transport yard operations, optimizing trailer placement and yard flow.
- Coordinated driver check-ins and check-outs, ensuring timely René Transport freight movements.
- Monitored dock doors, staging areas, and parking zones for organized movement.
- Inspected trailers and yard equipment for safety and readiness.
- Communicated with dispatch and drivers on Rene Transport schedule changes.
- Maintained accurate yard records and equipment logs, tracking shipment status updates.
- Oversaw the proper disposal of hazardous waste products according to regulatory guidelines.
Forklift Operator
WESTERN CANADA EXPRESS
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2011 - 02.2017
- Loaded and unloaded freight at Western Canada Express dock to ensure timely processing.
- Verified freight labels, bills of lading, and shipment locations to maintain shipment accuracy.
- Communicated with dispatch and warehouse staff about load status to coordinate efficiently operations.
- Followed safety procedures during freight handling and equipment operation.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Truck Driver
C.E.WILLIAMS TRANSPORT
Thorhild, Alberta
08.1997 - 12.2010
- Operated 1,3,5 TONS BOTH FLAT AND BOX units on regional freight routes for C.E. Williams Transport
- Secured freight loads using straps and tarps to ensure safe transport, with straps, chains, and tarps
- Communicated with dispatch on route changes and delivery updates
- Maintained accurate delivery logs, bills of lading, and trip records to ensure compliance and streamline operations
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Conducted thorough inspections of the truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after trips to uphold safety standards
- Completed paperwork accurately at each stop, including bills of lading and trip sheets, to facilitate efficient record-keeping and processing
Education
TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS - TRUCK DISPATCHING
ARCHERS DISPATCHOR TRAINING
Calgary, AB09-2026
Skills
- Freight coordination
- Load management
- Safety compliance
- Forklift operation
- Technical skills
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Truck dispatching
- Route planning
- Shipment tracking
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
- CLASS 5AB
Timeline
Yard Supervisor(PT)
Rene Transport
11.2019 - 10.2022
Lead Forklift Operator
OVERLANDWEST
01.2017 - 07.2026
Forklift Operator
WESTERN CANADA EXPRESS
01.2011 - 02.2017
Truck Driver
C.E.WILLIAMS TRANSPORT
08.1997 - 12.2010
TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS - TRUCK DISPATCHING
ARCHERS DISPATCHOR TRAINING