Paul Ray
Acadieville,NB
Summary
Proven Forklift Operator at Flanagan Foodservice, adept in enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety. Skilled in operating diverse forklifts and mentoring new staff, demonstrating strong multicultural competence and a commitment to minimizing product damage. Excelled in prioritizing urgent shipments, significantly boosting productivity without compromising quality.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Bereavement
06.2023 - Current
Time off for bereavement of the loss of my wife.
Forklift Operator, Shipping & Receiving
Flanagan Foodservice
03.1988 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- 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.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- 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.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grand River Collegiate Institute
Kitchener, ON06.1982
Skills
- Family Support
- Assessment skills
- Multicultural Competence
- Self-Care Promotion
- Training and mentoring
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Bereavement
06.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator, Shipping & Receiving
Flanagan Foodservice
03.1988 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Grand River Collegiate Institute
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