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Justin Vogel

Virginia Beach

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Forklift Operator with extensive experience at the US Army, excelling in safety compliance and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and streamline inventory management processes, ensuring efficient operations. Recognized for consistently meeting productivity goals while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

US Army
Virginia Beach
05.2022 - 10.2025
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.

Picker

Amazon
West Columbia
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Inspected product quality prior to packing and shipping out orders.
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
  • Executed picking tasks according to order specifications while meeting daily productivity requirements.
  • Updated inventory records after item retrieval.

Package Handler

United Postal Service, UPS
West Columbia
09.2019 - 03.2021
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
  • Followed company policies and procedures for secure package handling.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles efficiently, ensuring timely distribution of packages.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
  • Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and increase productivity.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Load planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Artistic Training
  • Artistic vision

Accomplishments

  • Army Achievement Award
  • Humanitarian Aid Award for helping supply food to the people of Gaza during war time

Timeline

Forklift Operator

US Army
05.2022 - 10.2025

Picker

Amazon
03.2021 - 05.2022

Package Handler

United Postal Service, UPS
09.2019 - 03.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Justin Vogel