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Donald Johnson

Fort Wayne

Summary

Dynamic and reliable Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Amazon in materials transport and warehouse safety. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining a clean workspace. A team player skilled in loading and unloading, committed to upholding safety standards while ensuring timely deliveries. Close to a million miles driven OTR in a semi and very knowledgeable with semi truck operation and a fast, hands on learner.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Amazon
02.2024 - 07.2025
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.

LTL Truck Driver

Ryder Logistics
05.2022 - 02.2024
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.

OTR Truck Driver

Schuster Trucking
09.2019 - 05.2022
  • Increased on-time deliveries by planning efficient routes and maintaining regular communication with dispatch teams.
  • Inspected vehicles and completed routine maintenance to keep equipment in good working order.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Safely navigated challenging weather conditions, utilizing defensive driving techniques to ensure timely delivery without compromising safety.

Cook

McDonald's
03.2019 - 09.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

OTR Truck Driver

Hirschbach
10.2016 - 03.2019
  • Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
  • Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.

OTR Truck Driver

TransAm
04.2016 - 10.2016
  • Inspected vehicles to identify potential mechanical problems and confirm reliability before each drive.
  • Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
  • Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.

Cook

McDonald's
06.2015 - 04.2016
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Education

Cabot High School
Cabot, AR

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Team player
  • Warehouse safety
  • Warehouse operations
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Palletizing
  • Problem-solving
  • Materials transport

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Amazon
02.2024 - 07.2025

LTL Truck Driver

Ryder Logistics
05.2022 - 02.2024

OTR Truck Driver

Schuster Trucking
09.2019 - 05.2022

Cook

McDonald's
03.2019 - 09.2019

OTR Truck Driver

Hirschbach
10.2016 - 03.2019

OTR Truck Driver

TransAm
04.2016 - 10.2016

Cook

McDonald's
06.2015 - 04.2016

Cabot High School

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