Christopher Presta
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Production Forklift Operator at State Wide Installations. Proven expertise in material handling and warehouse operations, enhancing efficiency and safety. Strong collaborator with a commitment to teamwork and problem-solving, consistently meeting production deadlines while maintaining high standards of safety and organization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Forklift Operator
State Wide Installations
04.2022 - 11.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently throughout the warehouse, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to identify maintenance needs and ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and prevent accidents.
- Executed precise load handling techniques to maximize storage space and minimize product damage.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to ensure accurate stock management.
- Managed load distribution on forklifts to adhere to weight limits and enhance safety.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, coordinating repairs to minimize downtime.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting process optimizations for warehouse operations.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts and moving products to designated locations.
- Reduced product damages by carefully transporting materials within the warehouse, ensuring proper handling.
- Consistently met production deadlines with diligent forklift operation, enabling smooth workflow throughout the facility.
Head Stone Mason
URU Stone
02.2009 - 02.2020
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open lines of communication, demonstrating respect for fellow team members, and offering assistance when needed.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete and waterproof or restore surfaces.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
- Repaired damaged masonry structures to restore their functionality and appearance without compromising structural integrity or historical value.
- Maintained safety standards throughout projects by diligently following OSHA guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Skillfully used power tools such as pneumatic hammers, trowels, and grinders for efficient material shaping and surface finishing tasks.
- Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
- Streamlined project completion with efficient task delegation among team members based on individual strengths and expertise.
- Collaborated with architects and general contractors to ensure cohesive project execution from initial planning to final inspection.
- Improved worksite organization by keeping tools, equipment, and materials clean and orderly, reducing the risk of accidents or delays.
- Trained apprentice masons in proper techniques and best practices to maintain a skilled workforce within the company.
- Worked closely with clients throughout project duration to ensure their vision was accurately realized and address any concerns or changes that arose in realtime.
Education
No Degree -
St Bernards College
Melbourne, VIC12-1995
Skills
- Warehouse safety
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Heavy lifting
- Adherence to procedures
- Workplace organization
- Pallet stacking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- General laborer
- Punctual and reliable
- Verbal and written communication
- OSHA workplace safety
- Safety awareness
- Material handling
- Warehouse operations
- Storage and organization
- Heavy equipment operation
- Forklift operation
Timeline
Production Forklift Operator
State Wide Installations
04.2022 - 11.2025
Head Stone Mason
URU Stone
02.2009 - 02.2020
No Degree -
St Bernards College