Devlon Lyde
Chicago
Summary
Accomplished Forklift Operator with proven expertise in material handling and warehouse operations, honed at companies like Pactiv. Excelled in enhancing storage efficiency and team coordination, significantly improving loading times. Certified in forklift operation, adept at shipping, receiving, and maintaining safety standards. A strong team player, skilled in order picking and stock management, contributing to seamless warehouse functionality.
Logistics professional with hands-on experience in forklift operation, emphasizing precision and safety. Known for teamwork and reliability, adapting to shifting priorities. Skilled in inventory management and operating heavy machinery, bringing dependable and results-focused approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Pactiv
04.2023 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
Forklift Operator
Staff Management SMX
02.2022 - 03.2023
- 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.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
Forklift Operator
Novo Logistics
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
Education
Certification In Warehouse Distribution Specialis - Warehousing
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL06.2017
High School Diploma - Computer Technology
Manley Career Academy
Chicago, IL06.2004
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Material handling
- Order picking
- Palletizing
- Material packaging
- Storage and organization
- Stock management
- Assembly line experience
- Lifts up to 100 pounds
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Pactiv
04.2023 - 04.2024
Forklift Operator
Staff Management SMX
02.2022 - 03.2023
Forklift Operator
Novo Logistics
02.2020 - 01.2022
Certification In Warehouse Distribution Specialis - Warehousing
Lake Land College
High School Diploma - Computer Technology
Manley Career Academy
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