David Lay
Cleveland
Summary
Highly skilled Forklift Operator with background in warehouse operations, inventory management, and safety compliance. Strong ability to operate heavy machinery while prioritizing efficiency and adhering to safety protocols. Demonstrated leadership skills with focus on team collaboration and process improvements. Proven track record of contributing to company goals through diligent work ethic and adaptability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics, Forklift Operator
Denso Manufacturing
Maryville
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Operated forklift to transport materials within manufacturing facility.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments accurately from delivery trucks.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by scanning and tracking products.
- Order picking and parts delivery to production lines
- Assisted in training new forklift operators on safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Organized warehouse layout for efficient material storage and retrieval.
- 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.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
Production Operator
Flex-N-gate
Knoxville
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Operated machinery to produce automotive parts efficiently.
- Monitored production lines for quality and safety compliance.
- Conducted equipment inspections and performed minor repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a hazard-free environment.
- Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep production area safe, organized and ready for next shift.
- Inspected finished goods for defects prior to packaging or shipping out to customers.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Identified and resolved operational issues with the assistance of maintenance personnel.
- Utilized hand tools such as drills, saws, grinders. to perform assembly operations on components parts.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes. to move materials around the facility safely.
Loader and Unloader
UPS
Knoxville
06.2014 - 02.2016
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage and accuracy.
- Stacked materials securely to prevent damage during transport.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations and policies.
- Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
Materials Management, Tech Services
Nintendo of America
Kirkland
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Coordinated shipments and received materials in compliance with company standards.
- Operated material handling equipment to transport goods within the facility.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented organizational systems to improve workspace efficiency and accessibility.
- Processed and tracked orders for materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dollies.
- Completed routing, counting, and functional testing of received items.
- Prepared materials and products for shipping by ensuring secure wrapping.
- Assisted in training new employees on shrink-wrapping techniques and safety protocols.
- Utilized hand tools such as knives and scissors when required during assembly operations.
- Operated shrink wrapping machines to wrap and package products for shipment.
- Managed inventory of scrap materials and organized storage areas effectively.
- Implemented best practices for waste reduction in scrapping processes.
Education
G.E.D.
Oneida, TNSkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Material handling
- Shipment coordination
- Logistics operations
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Training others
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Operations and logistics
- Loading dock management
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Shipping and receiving tracking
- Hazardous materials handling
- Problem solving
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hazardous material identification
Certification
- Warehouse Forklift
- Electric Forklift
- Counterbalance Forklift
- VNA
- Walkie Stacker
- Waterspider (Tugger)
- Crane Lift Operator
- Scissor Lift
- Electric Pallet Jack
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Logistics, Forklift Operator
Denso Manufacturing
10.2021 - 07.2024
Production Operator
Flex-N-gate
02.2019 - 09.2021
Loader and Unloader
UPS
06.2014 - 02.2016
Materials Management, Tech Services
Nintendo of America
08.2012 - 08.2013
G.E.D.