Benjamin Pologa
Manor,Vic
Summary
Proven Forklift Operator with a track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety at Lineage Logistics - Cold. Expert in operating various forklifts and reducing product damage, coupled with strong teamwork skills to boost productivity. Achieved a significant decrease in accidents, demonstrating exceptional forklift operation and collaboration abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Lineage Logistics - Cold
11.2019 - Current
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
Education
Kelston Boys High School
West Auckland11.2019
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse safety
- Warehouse operations
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Order picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Materials handling
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Material packaging
- Storage and organization
- Lift equipment operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Materials movement
- Equipment operation
Languages
Samoan
Full Professional
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Lineage Logistics - Cold
11.2019 - Current
Kelston Boys High School