Dustin Blackwell
Pinckneyville,IL
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with extensive experience at American Bath, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and reducing stock discrepancies. Proficient in OSHA compliance and material handling, I excel in teamwork and problem-solving, ensuring timely order fulfillment and a safe work environment. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and productivity.
Professional operator with strong experience in material handling and warehouse operations. Skilled in safely maneuvering forklifts, managing inventory, and loading/unloading goods. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Recognized for attention to safety protocols and effective communication skills.
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
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
American Bath
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Streamlined inventory management by accurately logging movements of goods.
- Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
- Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
- Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
- Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
- Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
Forklift Operator
Milan Supply
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- 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.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
- Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
- 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 equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Forklift Operator
DJ and Lock Safe
01.2017 - 01.2020
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- 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.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- 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.
- 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.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
- Optimized fuel usage and maintenance costs by operating forklifts in economical manner.
- Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
- Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
- Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
- Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
Inventory Coordinator
DJ Lock and Safe
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Resolved discrepancies between physical counts and electronic records through thorough investigation and reconciliation efforts.
- Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently investigating variances and resolving issues promptly.
- Performed full inventory counts every [Number] days.
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing an efficient tracking system.
- Trained new employees on proper inventory procedures, ensuring consistency in processes across the team.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Investigated and resolved variances in inventory counts on monthly basis.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and trends, ensuring continuous improvement in inventory management processes.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely deliveries of high-quality products at competitive prices.
- Collaborated with sales and production teams to forecast demand accurately and maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Managed all related documentation and records for department.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
Education
Gateway Christian
Bethel Springs, TN05-2016
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Order picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Problem-solving
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Storage and organization
- Lift equipment operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- OSHA workplace safety
- Materials movement
- Workplace cleanliness
- Product inspection
- Shipment processing
- Inventory counts
- Dock operations
- Hand-eye coordination
- Equipment operations
- Inventory control
- Stock rotation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Documentation
- Incident reporting
- Freight counts
- Production Assistance
- Product assembly
- Assembly and production
- Hand and power tools
- Production lines
- Power and hand tools
- Repetitive work
- Quality control
Certification
- Forklift Training - 2018-2025
Timeline
Forklift Operator
American Bath
04.2023 - 01.2024
Forklift Operator
Milan Supply
01.2020 - 05.2022
Forklift Operator
DJ and Lock Safe
01.2017 - 01.2020
Inventory Coordinator
DJ Lock and Safe
01.2016 - 01.2020
Gateway Christian
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