Bobby Howard
Belleville
Summary
Operator handling 41–70 loads per day with 4+ types of material handling equipment, including forklift, hand cart, and pallet jack for inbound and outbound freight. Moves, stacks, and arranges merchandise, then weighs and packs 61+ shipments per day in the correct boxes, envelopes, or crates to keep orders moving safely and accurately. Works across dock and warehouse settings where speed, safe equipment use, and clean material flow matter.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
Perfection Hy Test
St. Louis, MO
09.2022 - 12.2025
- Achieved timely loading and unloading of goods through skilled operation of forklifts and hand carts. Enhanced merchandise visibility and access by implementing structured arrangement practices. Prepared merchandise for shipping with meticulous packing in designated containers.
- Supported local organizations in community engagement initiatives. Assisted teams in organizing events to foster collaboration. Contributed to projects aimed at enhancing regional development.
- Operated machinery to ensure production efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
Warehouse/Forklift Operator
Geodis
Granite Cite, IL
06.2017 - 08.2022
- Oversaw package shipment handling through proficient forklift operation, enhancing overall shipping accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved operational efficiency at granite site in Illinois through effective support of daily activities. Promoted teamwork at granite site in Illinois, leading to improved project outcomes. Enhanced site upkeep in Illinois, resulting in a well-maintained working environment.
Casual Dock Worker
USF Holland
Edwardsville, IL
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Duties: Unload, receives, inspects and verifies incoming packages and shipments. Scan incoming packages and operates forklift.
- Edwardsville, IL.
Laborer
Local Union 459
Belleville, IL
10.2009 - 04.2015
- Duties: Worked as a laborer and service truck assistant in Marissa, IL. Exposure to the rigorous environment at a construction site. Ability to handle heavy objects, profound knowledge of various construction materials. Handled hazardous equipment; jackhammer, concrete mixer, etc. Excellent work history, able to handle extreme work pressure and followed exact deadline requirements.
- Belleville, IL.
- Operated heavy machinery to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through dedication to best practices within the laborer role.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
Education
East St. Louis Senior High
East St. Louis, ILSkills
- Forklift operation
- Loading & unloading
- Pallet jack operation
- Merchandise stacking
- Shipment handling
- Receiving inspection
- Package verification
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Dock operations
- Inventory management
- Cycle counting
- RF scanning
- Warehouse management system
- Shipping documentation
Timeline
Operator
Perfection Hy Test
09.2022 - 12.2025
Warehouse/Forklift Operator
Geodis
06.2017 - 08.2022
Casual Dock Worker
USF Holland
06.2015 - 05.2017
Laborer
Local Union 459
10.2009 - 04.2015
East St. Louis Senior High