Darrell Johnson
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS
Summary
Detail-oriented forklift operator with strong order picking, shipping, and receiving skills. Committed to optimizing processes and maintaining safety compliance to enhance team productivity.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
US Steel
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Operated stand-up forklift to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking material movement.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking material movements.
- Participated in training sessions to improve forklift operation skills and safety awareness.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Production Worker, Forklift Drive
Tyson Foods
05.2024 - 02.2026
- Operated machinery for efficient production line processes.
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure product standards.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety.
- Assisted in training new employees on operational procedures.
Production Supervisor
Holten Meat Company
06.2006 - 12.2023
- Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced waste.
- Led team meetings to communicate production goals and address workflow challenges.
- Trained and mentored new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environments.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure operational safety.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Operated stand-up forklift to transport materials throughout production facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Side High School
East St. Louis Il06-1985
Skills
- Warehouse safety
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Shipping and receiving
Timeline
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
US Steel
02.2026 - 07.2026
Production Worker, Forklift Drive
Tyson Foods
05.2024 - 02.2026
Production Supervisor
Holten Meat Company
06.2006 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
East Side High School