Dave Alan Gibson
DHL Logistics
Macon
17
years of professional experience
Experienced and dependable materials handler with 16+ years in manufacturing and logistics, specializing in inventory management, equipment operation, and production line support. Skilled in receiving, inspecting, and supplying parts for high-volume production environments while maintaining accurate inventory records. Known for reliability, teamwork, and consistently meeting production goals.
Work History
Forklift Operator
7 Months- Operated forklifts to transport goods efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained junior operators on safe forklift operations and best practices for material handling.
Material Handler / Forklift Operator
12 Years 6 Months- Ensured continuous flow of materials to the production line, supporting uninterrupted bus manufacturing operations.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to move and transport raw materials, parts, and finished products.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments, verified quantities against purchase orders, and reported discrepancies.
- Maintained accurate inventory by scanning, stocking, and organizing materials in designated warehouse locations.
- Supplied production lines with required parts by following the “Plan For Every Part” (PFEP) methodology.
- Staged, packed, and loaded finished components for shipment to customers and vendors.
- Performed pre-use inspections and minor repairs on equipment to keep machinery in safe working order.
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and departmental targets.
- Consistently recognized for reliability, attendance, and contribution to team efficiency over 16 years.
Production Worker
2 Years 6 Months- Operated machinery and performed material handling tasks in a manufacturing environment.
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure products met company standards.
- Assisted with production line support and safety compliance.
Production Worker
3 Months- Loaded and unloaded trailers by hand and with trolleys.
- Maintained organized work areas and supported warehouse operations.
Education
High School
Skills
Equipment Operation: Order picker
reach truck
slip-sheet truck
clamp truck
electric & manual pallet jack
Warehouse: RF scanners
inventory control
shipping/receiving
staging & stocking
Business: Scheduling
customer service
invoicing
equipment maintenance
Security: Access control
crowd monitoring
conflict de-escalation
Strengths: Reliability
teamwork
problem-solving
time management
Timeline
Forklift Operator
DHL Logistics
12.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Material Handler / Forklift Operator
Blue Bird Body Company
03.2013 - 09.2025Read More
Production Worker
Freudenberg Textiles (Freudenberg-NOK)
08.2009 - 02.2012Read More
Production Worker
Randstad Staffing
08.2009 - 11.2009Read More
Central High School
High School
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