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Keith Boyd Jr.

Madisonville

Summary

Dynamic Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Carhartt in inventory management and safety compliance. Skilled in equipment inspection and load securing, I consistently enhanced operational efficiency and minimized downtime. My proactive approach and strong communication skills fostered collaboration, ensuring accurate and timely shipments while maintaining a safe work environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Carhartt
Hanson
08.2017 - Current
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
  • Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
  • Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
  • Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
  • Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
  • Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
  • Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
  • Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
  • Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.

Live Hanger

Tyson Foods
Robards
06.2014 - 07.2017
  • Cleaned equipment used in the production of hangers and maintained a safe working environment.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, and customers regarding hanger production processes.
  • Followed all safety protocols while operating machinery and assembling hangers.
  • Hung chickens in shackles for processing.

Down Stream Tech

Timewell Tile
Providence
05.2012 - 05.2014
  • Monitored daily operations of the downstream process to maintain optimal performance levels.
  • Ensured that all products met customer specifications before being released from the facility.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed during shift operations, including production data and test results.
  • Responded quickly to alarms or warnings generated by automated systems such as SCADA monitors.
  • Evaluated existing processes for potential cost savings opportunities.
  • Operated various pieces of equipment such as centrifuges, filters and separators for product purification.
  • Provided technical support to other departments as needed to ensure efficient operation of the facility.
  • Reviewed safety protocols regularly to identify potential hazards and take appropriate action.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by disposing of waste materials properly according to company regulations.
  • Checked system pressures regularly using gauges, thermometers and other instrumentation devices.
  • Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
  • Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
  • Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
  • Selected samples for use as test models.
  • Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
  • Compared product and materials colors, shapes, textures and grades with predetermined templates.
  • Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
  • Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
  • Matched arriving materials with purchase orders, submitted discrepancy forms as necessary.
  • Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
  • Noted changes during testing in project documentation.
  • Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Positioned components, parts or materials for testing.

Education

High School Diploma -

Webster County High School
Dixon, KY
05-2012

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Inventory management
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment inspection
  • Load securing
  • Material handling

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Carhartt
08.2017 - Current

Live Hanger

Tyson Foods
06.2014 - 07.2017

Down Stream Tech

Timewell Tile
05.2012 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

Webster County High School

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