Matthew Parkes
Lebanon
Summary
Detail-oriented well-versed in managing movement of goods in, out and around warehouses. Showcases strong attention to detail, remarkable work ethic and solid problem-solving, communication and organizational skills. Offering 5+ years of dynamic shipping and distribution experience.
Logistics professional with hands-on experience in forklift operation, emphasizing precision and safety. Known for teamwork and reliability, adapting to shifting priorities. Skilled in inventory management and operating heavy machinery, bringing dependable and results-focused approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Food Concepts
Lebanon, TN
01.2024 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets, ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Conducted routine inspections of forklifts to maintain safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations.
- Trained new employees on safe forklift operation and best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
Finishing-Shipping
United Record Pressing LLC
Nashville, TX
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Reviewed and inspected products for conformance to established standards, specifications and customer requirements. Made minor repairs prior to shipping. Entered information on computer to release for shipping. Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burrs.
Warehouse Associate
Calsonic Kansei
Lewisburg, TN
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Worked in a fast paced warehouse, loading and unloading trucks. Placed incoming material in correct area. Loaded autonomous carts to carry requested materials to manufacturing. Unloaded carts returning from manufacturing and placed finished components into inventory prior to shipping. Staged shipping containers for prompt delivery. Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Destructive & Non-Destructive Testing of Metals
Training & Technology
Oak Ridge, TN06-1981
High School Diploma - undefined
Rhea County High School
Evensville, TN05-1979
Skills
- Product Packaging
- Inventory Tracking
- Load Planning
- Packaging
- Shipment Consolidations Planning
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
Accomplishments
I have been evolved in projects from a a few hundred dollars to hundreds of million dollars.
I understand the importance of a team working toward a common goal.
I have received numerous safety awards and participated in helping others do the same
Certification
Certified forklift operator, warehouse and all terrain.
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Food Concepts
01.2024 - Current
Finishing-Shipping
United Record Pressing LLC
02.2022 - 08.2023
Warehouse Associate
Calsonic Kansei
03.2019 - 07.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Rhea County High School
Associate of Science - Destructive & Non-Destructive Testing of Metals
Training & Technology
OSHA 30
Have participated in all aspects of Safety. I was OSHA 30 certified and working towards OSHA 500.