Gurjot Swaich
Craigieburn,VIC
Summary
Hardworking, dedicated, and reliable professional with a proven track record in maintaining high standards of health and safety compliance. Over 4 years of experience in forklift operation, warehouse management, and heavy vehicle driving, with a focus on efficiency and precision. Highly skilled in completing tasks swiftly and safely, consistently demonstrating teamwork and adaptability in demanding environments. Holds valid forklift and heavy rigid licenses, showcasing commitment to maintaining expertise in the field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Forklift Operator
Bed Bath and Table
11.2024 - Current
- Load, unload, pack, and unpack materials.
- Label and sort incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Relocate items within the warehouse or factory.
- Operate a forklift, winch, or other machinery used for transporting or shipping materials.
- Track inventory of incoming and outgoing items.
- Carefully handle and dispose of hazardous waste materials whenever necessary.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- ensure timely delivery of the product and packing to the assigned production room, keep detailed records of product movement, label pallets, and consolidate and organize finished product in racking.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Sorbent Paper Company
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Driven various types of forklift such as rough terrain forklift, counterbalance and electric forklift.
- Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods to various destinations.
- Maintained accurate delivery records and managed customer transactions using the POS system.
- Adhered to safety regulations, especially while handling flammable and hazardous materials.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Packing Operator & Cleaner
Costa Group
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated hand tools, including pallet jacks and forklifts, to facilitate product movement within the warehouse.
- Adapted to flexible work schedules, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays.
- Maintained a clean and organised workspace.
- Industrial Cleaning.
Truck Driver and Forklift Operator
State transport
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered various types of freight to customers in a timely and safe manner.
- Demonstrated safe driving and maintained impeccable driving record.
- Maintained accurate logbooks, records, and bills of lading for each shipment.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Forklift Operator
Freshmax Pty Ltd
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Accurately loaded and unloaded merchandise from trucks, shelves and containers.
- Experienced in efficiently and safely operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Skills
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Forklift Operation
- Heavy Vehicle Driving
- Inventory control
- Team work
- Problem solving
- Use of Power Tools
- Machine Operation
- Warehouse Management & Safety
- Time Management
- Customer Service & Communication
Education and licences
- Diploma in light vehicle mechanical technology,2021
- Masters of Accounting, Charles Sturt University, 2020
- Forklift Licence, 2019
- Heavy Rigid Licence, 2021
- Construction Induction (White Card), 2020
Visa type
Permanent Resident
Timeline
Production Forklift Operator
Bed Bath and Table
11.2024 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Sorbent Paper Company
01.2024 - 11.2024
Packing Operator & Cleaner
Costa Group
05.2023 - 12.2023
Truck Driver and Forklift Operator
State transport
05.2022 - 03.2023
Forklift Operator
Freshmax Pty Ltd
04.2020 - 05.2022
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