Nkosinathi Memela
Forklift Driver, Rich Truck Driver And Operate A Counter Balanced Lift Truck
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
Dynamic forklift operator with a proven track record at Kwazulu Natal, enhancing warehouse efficiency through expert materials handling and safety compliance. Skilled in RFID tracking and committed to teamwork, I consistently optimized storage layouts and expedited order fulfillment, contributing to a productive and safe work environment. Certified forklift operator dedicated to excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Makro Forklift Driver
Kwazulu Natal
11.2014 - Current
- Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts to move, stack, and organize materials.
- Demonstrated compliance with company policies and procedures, reinforcing a safe and productive work environment.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Participated in routine safety training sessions to stay current on best practices within the industry.
- Safely transported valuable goods while adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
- Safely operated lift beams, swivel-hooks, hoists and forklifts.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on forklift equipment, ensuring proper functionality and longevity.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Optimized storage layouts by reorganizing pallets for easier access and improved workflow.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision, minimizing damage to products during transport.
- Maintained cleanliness of the warehouse area by disposing of waste materials and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
- Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
- Expedited order fulfillment processes by swiftly moving items from storage areas to shipping docks when needed.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by demonstrating strong teamwork skills and consistently displaying a professional attitude.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
Skills
RFID tracking
Heavy equipment operation
Fire safety
Warehouse safety
Workplace cleanliness
Loading and unloading
Safety awareness
Materials handling
Product identification
Order picking
Warehouse operations
Battery charging
Personal protective equipment
Stock rotation
Load planning
Materials movement
Confined space entry
Proper lifting techniques
Order picking and processing
Product inspection
Equipment operations
Hazardous materials handling
Order verification
Heavy equipment operations
Equipment maintenance
Lean manufacturing principles
Materials transport
Fall protection awareness
Damage prevention
Production Assistance
Efficient movement
Weight distribution
Maintaining equipment logs
Double pallet jack operation
Certified forklift operator
Barcode reading
Staging and sorting
Slip sheet attachment use
Operating reach trucks
Pallet stacking
Warehouse best practices
Driver accountability
Forklift inspection
Warehouse support
Product placement
Teamwork and collaboration
Safe driver
Problem-solving
Team player
Storage and organization
Material packaging
General laborer
Warehouse management systems
Warehouse management
Incident reporting
Customer Service-oriented
Forklift operator certification
Customer focused
Record keeping
Lift equipment operation
Heavy lifting
Palletizing
Efficient data entry
Assembly line experience
Stock management
Mentoring and coaching
Shipping and receiving expert
Forklift operation
Timeline
Makro Forklift Driver
Kwazulu Natal
11.2014 - Current