Michael Birkholz
Forklift Driver
BROWNS PLAINS,QLD
Summary
Talented Forklift operator with over 15 years in warehouse environments successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Strategy One HR
Brisbane, QLD
01.2013 - Current
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
2nd in Charge Woodson Dept
Stoddart
Karrawatha, QLD
02.2006 - 03.2009
- Guided and educated new employees on company processes, protocols and filing systems.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
- Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
- Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
Steel Fixer
Precast
Carole Park, QLD
01.2003 - 06.2006
- Fabricate and assemble structural steel components such as columns, beams, girders, trusses, stairs, lintels, metal decking and reinforcing bars.
- Used bolt cutters and power saws to cut rebar into correct lengths.
- Prepared wire mesh rebar arrangements by welding, wiring, or clipping pieces together.
- Secure steel bars or mesh in concrete forms using clamps and bolts.
- Install anchor bolts on base plates of columns prior to erection of structure.
- Connected prefabricated units to form large sections and prepared for concrete pours.
- Clean up debris from worksite upon completion of job duties.
- Positioned and cut steel bars to bolt bars down for reinforcement.
- Inspect assembled steel structures for any defects before final approval is given by supervisor.
- Ensure that all tools are used correctly in accordance with safety regulations at all times.
- Install precast concrete structures according to specifications.
- Perform general repairs on existing structures as required.
Boiler Operator
Kalangadoo Sawmill
Kalangadoo, S.A.
01.1987 - 03.1989
- Performed minor repairs on boilers, valves, gauges, pumps, economizers, and other related equipment.
- Examined piping systems for leaks or corrosion damage before start-up.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning correctly prior to startup.
- Adjusted boiler valves to establish appropriate air and water flow levels and control flow of liquid fuel into burners to regulate temperatures.
- Maintained records of all maintenance activities including repairs and adjustments made to the boiler systems.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance on boilers according to company schedule, reducing number of service calls to outside technicians.
- Monitored gauges and meters to record temperature fluctuations and document variances in airflow and fuel consumption.
- Ensured that work areas are clean and free from any debris after completing maintenance tasks.
- Adjusted controls to maintain specified operating temperatures and pressures.
- Tested mechanical components for proper functioning prior to startup of equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections of boilers and associated equipment to identify potential maintenance issues.
- Identified necessary repairs or replacements needed for efficient operation of the system.
- Maintained daily log book to quantify resource consumption and advise management on fuel consumption patterns and maintenance needs requiring visits from outside technicians.
- Performed daily tests of water samples to ensure proper chemical balance in the system.
- Checked fuel supply lines for clogs or blockages that could interrupt fuel flow.
- Monitored boiler operations and parameters such as water levels, steam pressure, fuel consumption, and draft readings to ensure safe operation.
- Operated refrigeration, hydraulic, water recirculation systems, cooling towers and other systems relating to regulation of boiler operations and facility heating and cooling requirements.
Education
Millicent High
Millicent, SASkills
- Stock Allocation
- Forklift Operation
- Inventory Staging
- Production Reporting
- OSHA Compliance
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Picking
- Shipment Processing
- Palletizing
- Documentation
Affiliations
- I am currently build a 1967 vc valiant show car. I also enjoy riding my dirtbike and going fishing. Im also always helping my friends with whatever they need which is mostly (fix my car please)
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Strategy One HR
01.2013 - Current
2nd in Charge Woodson Dept
Stoddart
02.2006 - 03.2009
Steel Fixer
Precast
01.2003 - 06.2006
Boiler Operator
Kalangadoo Sawmill
01.1987 - 03.1989
Millicent High
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