Daniel Ward
Sunbury,Victoria
Summary
Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
Hardwicks
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Increased warehouse efficiency by effectively operating cold storage forklifts and maintaining safe work practices.
- Reduced product damage by regularly inspecting forklift equipment and ensuring proper maintenance.
- Improved inventory accuracy with consistent adherence to company policies and procedures for stock handling.
- Enhanced workplace safety, conducting daily inspections of cold storage areas and reporting any hazards or issues promptly.
- Streamlined order fulfillment by accurately picking, staging, and loading products into delivery trucks using a cold storage forklift.
- Supported team objectives by assisting with other warehouse tasks when needed, including palletizing, wrapping, and labeling shipments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
- Optimized space utilization within the cold storage facility by skillfully stacking products according to company guidelines.
- Boosted overall warehouse organization by performing regular inventory counts within the cold storage area using a forklift as needed.
- Upheld cleanliness standards in the cold-storage area, contributing to a sanitary work environment suitable for perishable items management.
- Reduced energy consumption through diligent monitoring of freezer doors and maintaining proper temperature levels during product handling tasks.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Minimized disruptions to workflow by efficiently coordinating load sequencing activities with other warehouse departments or teams.
Cold Storage
Hardwicks
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Facilitated cold storage, stock control and safe movement of meat and poultry in butchery environment.
- Placed cold-sensitive products in appropriate truck storage locations.
- Labeled and shipped records to cold storage facilities as per personnel requests.
Education
No Degree - Normal Studies Year 8
Home Schooled
Sunbury, VIC07.2017
Skills
- Temperature Monitoring
- OSHA Compliance
- Warehouse Safety
- Order Picking
- Heavy Lifting
- Loading and Unloading
- Stock Rotation
- Pallet Stacking
- Equipment Maintenance
- Material Handling
- Inventory Control
- Forklift Operation
Certification
- AMP20 Certificate 2 in Meat Processing (Abattoirs)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cold Storage Forklift Operator
Hardwicks
05.2022 - 08.2023
Cold Storage
Hardwicks
08.2017 - 08.2023
No Degree - Normal Studies Year 8
Home Schooled
- AMP20 Certificate 2 in Meat Processing (Abattoirs)
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