Paul Dimery
Hot Springs
Summary
Dedicated Forklift Operator with proven skills in material handling and warehouse safety. Achieved streamlined workflows and enhanced team collaboration, contributing to improved productivity and safety compliance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
HMS
Little Rock, AR
09.2023 - 01.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management system.
- Conducted routine inspections on forklifts to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve productivity.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Enhanced storage organization techniques to maximize space utilization in warehouse.
- Implemented best practices for loading and unloading materials, reducing damage risk.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operation and protocols.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Tarco Inc
North Little Rock, AR
02.2003 - 07.2023
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move inventory and materials within warehouse environment.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and communicated discrepancies to management promptly.
- Implemented best practices for storage organization, improving access to frequently used items.
- Monitored stock levels and reported shortages to prevent delays in order fulfillment.
- Contributed to maintaining a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety standards at all times.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
- Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
- Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
- Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
- Aided in the reduction of overall lead time, promptly transporting materials from receiving dock to designated storage areas using a forklift.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, ensuring safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
Machine Operator
Tarco Inc
Belton, TX
11.1997 - 02.2003
- Operated and maintained various production machinery to ensure efficient workflow.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and reduced waste.
- Analyzed production reports to identify trends and recommend adjustments for optimal output.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Maintained quality of product by checking labels, packaging and other factors.
- Documented production activity in logs and job tickets.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, adhering to industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and minimize downtime.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Monitored machine performance, troubleshooting issues to maintain operational efficiency.
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Completed parts lubrication and other minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment running.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Tarco Inc
Belton, TX
07.1997 - 02.2003
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
- Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ellison High
Killeen, TXGED -
Job Corps
Royal, AR09-1986
Skills
- Forklift operation
- General laborer
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
Timeline
Forklift Operator
HMS
09.2023 - 01.2026
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Tarco Inc
02.2003 - 07.2023
Machine Operator
Tarco Inc
11.1997 - 02.2003
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Tarco Inc
07.1997 - 02.2003
High School Diploma -
Ellison High
GED -
Job Corps