Myakei Calhoun
Norcross
Summary
Detail-oriented machine operator skilled in equipment operation, safety compliance, and quality assurance. Proven track record in preventive maintenance and inventory management, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety protocols. Hardworking machine operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
machine operator /Maintenance Assistant
Ricoh Electronics
Duluth
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Operated machinery to produce components following safety guidelines.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area for efficiency.
- Assisted in training new operators on machine operations and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes.
- Documented production data and machine maintenance logs accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Partners Personel
Pendergrass
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated forklifts to move pallets and materials within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently using powered equipment.
- Participated in training sessions on equipment operation and safety standards.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
- Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
- Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
Receiving Forklift Operator
Partners Personel
Johns Creek
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Operated forklifts to move and stack incoming shipments efficiently.
- Inspected received goods for damage and accuracy before storage.
- Maintained organization of warehouse inventory in designated areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely unloading of deliveries.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment and safety procedures.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
Material Handler
Oatey warehouse
Duluth
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded products from trucks and shipping containers.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock checks.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Kept work areas clean and organized for optimal efficiency.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Assisted with physical inventories as needed by counting parts accurately and quickly.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
Forklift Operator
Kubota Industrial Equipment
Jefferson
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across the warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted daily safety inspections on equipment before operation.
- Managed inventory by organizing pallets and maintaining storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow in loading and unloading processes.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas to enhance productivity.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance issues promptly to supervisors.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
Reach Truck Operator
Williams Sonoma Inc
Jefferson
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated forklifts to move materials throughout the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks following safety protocols.
- Sorted and organized inventory to maintain a clean workspace.
- Assisted in monitoring stock levels to ensure adequate supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily material handling tasks.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Operated reach truck to retrieve and transport products efficiently within warehouse.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment for all employees.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, ensuring proper placement and organization.
- Conducted daily equipment inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations involving the Reach Truck or other equipment.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA regulations at all times while operating Reach Truck.
- Located stored items using computer system or manual methods such as counting, sorting.
- Operated reach truck to move products efficiently within the warehouse.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks and storage areas accurately.
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning before each shift.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to meet company standards.
- Utilized inventory management systems for tracking stock levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Aviation Occupational Science
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Duluth, GA05-2025
GED -
Penn Foster Career School
Duluth, GA11-2021
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Preventive Maintenance
- OSHA
- Workplace safety
- Equipment inspection
- Quality control
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Assembly and production
- Quality assurance controls
- Computer skills
- Hydraulic systems
- Pumps and compressors
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment monitoring
- Machine maintenance
- Data entry
Certification
forklift certification
Timeline
machine operator /Maintenance Assistant
Ricoh Electronics
08.2025 - 03.2026
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Partners Personel
05.2025 - 08.2025
Receiving Forklift Operator
Partners Personel
01.2025 - 05.2025
Material Handler
Oatey warehouse
03.2024 - 01.2025
Forklift Operator
Kubota Industrial Equipment
03.2023 - 03.2024
Reach Truck Operator
Williams Sonoma Inc
03.2022 - 03.2023
Associate of Science - Aviation Occupational Science
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
GED -
Penn Foster Career School