Cory Parker
Shakopee
Summary
Logistics professional with hands-on experience in forklift operation, emphasizing precision and safety. Known for teamwork and reliability, adapting to shifting priorities. Skilled in inventory management and operating heavy machinery, bringing dependable and results-focused approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Weekes Forest Products
Saint Paul, MN
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Operated forklifts to efficiently transport materials across warehouse and production areas.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of forklift equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for forklift usage.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, reducing workplace incidents related to material handling operations.
- Assisted in organizing warehouse layout to maximize space utilization and accessibility of products.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Warehouse Lead
IPC Eagle
Burnsville, MN
08.2017 - 01.2022
- Manage all out bound freight and specialty freight, staying in close contact with various dispatchers and third parties. Ensuring drop trailers are loaded correctly and ready to be swapped. Supporting others in the warehouse and ensuring their duties are being completed in a timely and safe manor. Completing all end of day paperwork for front office processing.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment usage and best practices for inventory management.
- Supervised daily warehouse operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficient workflows.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, maintaining accurate stock levels and minimizing discrepancies.
OTR Truck Driver
Brumm Transport
Dayton, MN
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Driving across the country picking up heavy equipment and delivering it safely and undamaged. Abiding by all federal and state laws and permits. Daily equipment checks to ensure safety to myself and others. Loading, chaining, strapping, tarping loads on a 2-3 time weekly bases depending on distance of delivery. Attention to detail and the ability to work up to 14 hours a day.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported maintenance needs proactively to prevent breakdowns.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Safely navigated challenging weather conditions, utilizing defensive driving techniques to ensure timely delivery without compromising safety.
Driver
Total Reclaim Inc.
Seattle, WA
04.2012 - 03.2015
- Daily pick-ups of refrigerant from various places around the ports of Seattle and brought back to the warehouse to be recycled and renewed. Moving heavy tundrums on a flat bed to be secured by chains or straps, ensuring safety. Abiding by all federal and state laws and as well as the daily driving limit for local drivers. Daily equipment checks on tractor and trailer. Providing all necessary paperwork to the office for proper processing.
Installer
Intereum
Plymouth, MN
08.2009 - 03.2012
- Installation of custom office furniture, reading site plans and building product up to a finished state. Ensuring proper installation and appearance. Kitting product in the warehouse and loading it on trucks for delivery for installation.
Education
High school diploma -
Eastview Senior High School
Apple Valley, MN04.2007
Skills
- Warehouse Supervisor Experience
- Shipping & Receiving
- Load & Unload
- Forklift
- Team player
- Warehouse safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Order picking
- Palletizing
- Problem-solving
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Weekes Forest Products
04.2023 - 07.2025
Warehouse Lead
IPC Eagle
08.2017 - 01.2022
OTR Truck Driver
Brumm Transport
05.2015 - 05.2017
Driver
Total Reclaim Inc.
04.2012 - 03.2015
Installer
Intereum
08.2009 - 03.2012
High school diploma -
Eastview Senior High School