Austin Connelly
Leesville
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities. Willingness and ability to learn new skills to become suited for various positions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Forklift Operator
Novo Logistics
Lexington
01.2022 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse floors.
- Conducted routine safety checks on forklift equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Machine Operator
Michelin Tire
Lexington
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated machinery for tire production, ensuring precise quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Collaborated with teams to streamline production processes and enhance efficiency.
- Adhered to safety regulations and maintained a clean work environment.
- Loaded raw materials into machines for optimal production flow.
- Trained new operators on machinery use and safety procedures.
- Inspected finished products for defects and ensured compliance with specifications.
Forklift Operator
RMS
Lexington
07.2017 - 01.2021
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse floors.
- Conducted routine safety checks on forklift equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Stacked and organized inventory in designated storage areas.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces.
- Followed company procedures for hazardous material handling.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
Education
Gilbert Highschool
Gilbert, SCSkills
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Production coordination
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Novo Logistics
01.2022 - Current
Machine Operator
Michelin Tire
01.2021 - 01.2023
Forklift Operator
RMS
07.2017 - 01.2021
Gilbert Highschool