Roland E Farris Jr
Cleveland
Summary
Warehouse Forklift Driver seasoned in moving freight, stock and materials to and from production areas to load cargo for transport. Effectively facilitates safety protocols and physical handling techniques to maintain safe working conditions. Possesses excellent communication to maintain freight quality and integrity.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
1976
1976
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse forklift driver
Jackson Furniture Ind plant #1
Cleveland
10.2008 - 08.2025
- Operated forklifts to move materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols and procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Organized inventory accurately in designated storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to enhance safety standards.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding inventory levels and equipment needs.
- Operated forklift to transport materials between loading, unloading, processing and storage areas.
- Inspected forklift daily before operating, corrected low fluid levels and followed operating procedures, guidelines and safety rules.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations when operating machinery in order to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding daily tasks and progress.
- Received incoming shipments, verified contents against packing slips and placed items into designated locations within the warehouse facility.
- Provided assistance with loading and unloading containers onto trailers utilizing a hand jack or electric pallet jack.
- Collaborated with co-workers to complete projects efficiently while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Built loads with freight tools to prepare trailers for departure.
- Ensured that all pallets were properly labeled before being moved from one area to another.
- Organized products in an orderly fashion ensuring accuracy of inventory counts.
- Performed preventative maintenance on forklifts as needed.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets according to customer specifications for outbound shipments.
- Reviewed work orders to determine material and equipment needed to execute freight movement.
- Trained new employees on proper use of material handling equipment such as forklifts, order pickers.
- Maintained accurate inventory of products stored in warehouse.
- Utilized RF scanners for tracking inventory movements throughout the facility.
- Picked and palletized orders to build delivery loads.
- Filled out inspection logs at beginning of each shift.
- Assisted with cycle counting process to ensure accuracy of inventory levels at all times.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with product in a safe and timely manner.
- Followed all safety protocols when operating equipment including wearing appropriate PPE.
- Responsible for keeping work area neat, clean, organized and free of debris at all times.
- Maintained records of material being moved with daily production sheets and RFID tracking devices.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Supervisor floating supervisor
Jackson Furniture Ind plant #1
Cleveland
08.2004 - 10.2008
- Supervised daily operations in furniture production facility.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and equipment use.
- Monitored quality control to maintain product standards.
- Resolved employee issues and facilitated open communication.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
Supervisor rough mill
Cleveland chair/catnapper plant # 2
Cleveland
10.1990 - 08.2004
- Supervised daily operations in furniture manufacturing plant.
- Managed team of production workers to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Coordinated schedules to meet production deadlines and shift coverage.
- Inspected finished products for quality control and compliance standards.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
Lumberyard supervisor
Cleveland chair/catnapper plant # 2
Cleveland
01.1980 - 10.1990
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize staffing levels and resource allocation.
- Monitored production processes for adherence to quality standards and safety regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company.
Assist manger
Long John Silver's
Cleveland
10.1975 - 10.1979
- Supervised daily operations to ensure team efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Trained staff on food safety standards and best practices in service.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain product availability and reduce waste.
- Implemented staffing schedules to optimize labor costs and service times.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Bag boy
Gibson discount store
Cleveland
10.1975 - 10.1975
- Assisted customers with bagging groceries efficiently and accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the bagging area throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with cashiers to ensure smooth bagging process during peak hours.
- Replenished supplies such as napkins, tissue paper, shopping bags, as needed.
- Stacked items neatly in shopping bags before handing them off to customers.
- Verified accuracy of prices on items being bagged for customers.
- Assisted customers with loading bags into vehicles.
- Helped unload grocery carts from customers' vehicles when necessary.
Education
None - Welding
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN 08.1981 - 10.1981
Calhoun High School
Calhoun , TnSkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Load planning
- Attention to detail
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Stock control
- Pallet stacking
- Workplace cleanliness
- Warehouse safety
- Equipment operations
- RFID tracking
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Basic math aptitude
- Freight counts
- Warehouse operations
- Assembly line experience
- Material distribution and sourcing
- Shipment processing
- Maintenance and repair
- Forklift maintenance
- Certified forklift operator
- OSHA compliance
- General construction
- Forklift operator certification
- RF scanner
- Hazardous materials handling
- Pallet construction
- Safe driver
- Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
Timeline
Warehouse forklift driver
Jackson Furniture Ind plant #1
10.2008 - 08.2025
Supervisor floating supervisor
Jackson Furniture Ind plant #1
08.2004 - 10.2008
Supervisor rough mill
Cleveland chair/catnapper plant # 2
10.1990 - 08.2004
None - Welding
Cleveland State Community College
08.1981 - 10.1981
Lumberyard supervisor
Cleveland chair/catnapper plant # 2
01.1980 - 10.1990
Assist manger
Long John Silver's
10.1975 - 10.1979
Bag boy
Gibson discount store
10.1975 - 10.1975
Calhoun High School