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Walter Robertson

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Dedicated Warehouse Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Heiden Industries Inc in optimizing storage and ensuring timely shipments. Skilled in forklift operation and team collaboration, I enhanced warehouse efficiency and safety, significantly reducing product damage through diligent maintenance and adherence to safety protocols. Committed to excellence in materials handling and workplace organization.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Heiden Industries Inc
Metairie, Louisiana
11.2022 - 06.2024
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
  • Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
  • Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
  • Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
  • Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
  • Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Mule Driver Supervisor

Kearney & Company
New Orleans, LA
07.2010 - 12.2018
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork among drivers, fostering collaboration and strong working relationships.
  • Worked closely with Human Resources to address employee concerns, such as pay discrepancies or workplace conflicts, in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Provided ongoing support to drivers throughout their employment journey, including orientation training sessions to new hires or refresher courses as needed.
  • Reduced accident rates by strictly enforcing safety protocols and conducting thorough vehicle inspections.
  • Resolved conflicts between drivers professionally, maintaining a positive work environment and promoting mutual respect.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with drivers, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Handled disciplinary actions when necessary while maintaining professionalism and fairness.
  • Consistently kept an open line of communication between upper management and driving staff members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations and address any logistical challenges effectively.
  • Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
  • Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
  • Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
  • Reviewed orders, production schedules, blueprints and shipping or receiving notices and assigned work sequences and material shipping dates and destinations.
  • Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.

Education

GED -

John Ehret High
Marrero, LA
05-1984

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • [Forklift Mule, Front loader] operation

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Heiden Industries Inc
11.2022 - 06.2024

Mule Driver Supervisor

Kearney & Company
07.2010 - 12.2018

GED -

John Ehret High

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