Larry Allen Sullivan, Jr.
Spencer
Summary
Dynamic forklift operator with proven expertise at Schnellecke Logistics, excelling in safety compliance and inventory control. Recognized for enhancing warehouse efficiency through effective team collaboration and meticulous load securing. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and maintains a professional demeanor while operating heavy machinery. Committed to upholding OSHA standards and achieving operational excellence.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operater
Schnellecke Logistics
Chattanooga
01.2025 - Current
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
Farm Equipment Operator
Self-employeed
Spencer
01.1995 - Current
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Repaired minor mechanical issues using basic hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers.
- Fed and watered livestock, ensuring their health and well-being.
- Assisted with planting and harvest planning and preparation.
- Operated tractors, combines, and other farm equipment to plow, cultivate, and harvest crops.
- Harvested crops manually and with machinery, minimizing loss and damage.
- Assisted in the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, ensuring timely and efficient processes.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to storage or processing locations.
Equipment Operator
Prison
Maxwell
03.2019 - 11.2024
- Trained new employees in proper operation of heavy machinery according to company guidelines.
- Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Drove flatbed traIler to move equipment between job sites.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
- Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Observed company safety protocols for trench safety and perimeter establishment to reduce job site accidents.
- Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Industrial Electronics Certification - Industrial Electronics
Tennessee Vo-Tech
McMinnville, TN08-2001
High School Diploma -
Van Buren County High School
Spencer, TN05-2000
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Load securing
- Warehouse management
- Safety compliance
- Inventory control
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Heavy machinery operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Hand-eye coordination
- Reliability
- Safety awareness
- Interpersonal skills
- OSHA compliance
- Pallet stacking
- Physical stamina
- Professional demeanor
- Inventory reporting
Certification
- Forklift Operations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Forklift Operater
Schnellecke Logistics
01.2025 - Current
Equipment Operator
Prison
03.2019 - 11.2024
Farm Equipment Operator
Self-employeed
01.1995 - Current
Industrial Electronics Certification - Industrial Electronics
Tennessee Vo-Tech
High School Diploma -
Van Buren County High School
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