Andrew Reid
burton upon trent,derbyshire
Summary
Hard-working operator with experience across warehousing, production and outdoor labour. Brings clear communication, hazard awareness and steady performance to hands-on roles. Focused on safe working, accurate task completion and dependable support to the team. Reliable Forklift Operator with strengths in loading, unloading and safe stock movement. Maintains accurate work order handling, protects load security and supports smooth warehouse flow through careful, flexible execution.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
TPN
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
03.2026 - 08.2026
- Operated forklifts to load, unload, transport, and stack goods efficiently, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Inspected load security procedures to ensure safety during transport. to minimise risk of injury or damage.
- Executed goods movements swiftly to maintain efficient transport flow. to handle goods movements and meet continuous transport demands.
- Followed work order documentation for accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.
- Achieved compliance with logistics standards to ensure operational efficiency. and targets set by logistics team.
Moulder of Handmade Bricks
Forterra
measham, Leicestershire
02.2025 - 08.2026
- Formulated clay and other materials for pottery production, ensuring high quality and consistency in products.
- Sculpted surfaces using soft scrapers, wet sponges, and cutting tools to achieve desired finishes.
- Inspected pottery for visible defects to ensure high quality standards were met. to produce high-quality and consistent products for customers.
- Packaged and labelled finished pottery for shipping, ensuring product integrity and readiness for delivery.
- Established and sustained a safe and clean working environment to provide a healthy workplace for employees.
Forklift Operator
GXO
Derby, Derbyshire
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Operated forklifts to load, unload, transport, and stack goods efficiently, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Executed tasks efficiently to maintain a steady flow of goods within the warehouse. to handle goods movements and meet continuous transport demands.
- Located and moved stock throughout warehouses using forklifts, pallets and crates.
- Followed work order documentation for accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.
- Met standards and targets set by logistics team.
- Performed pre-operation check of forklift before every shift to confirm proper operation and minimise accidents.
Production Worker
Keystone
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Packaged products by wrapping and labelling for efficient dispatch.
- Ensured clean, safe work environments, reducing accident risks and promoting safety culture.
- Managed the cutting and welding of materials, creating according to technical plans.
- Operated hand and machine tools to cut, drill, finish, and bend stainless steel components to technical specifications.
- Used a variety of welding techniques to join metal without supervision.
Warehouse Worker
GXO Logistics
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Picked and packed customer orders with accuracy, meeting daily productivity targets.
- Picked orders to meet productivity targets.
- Understood warehouse product placement, enabling efficient picking and packing services.
- Carried out day-to-day warehouse duties with care and attention, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
- Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment, following health and safety guidelines.
Roofing Labourer
Andy flat roofing
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked under diverse weather conditions, demonstrating adaptability and resilience to complete tasks efficiently.
- Maintained clear, tidy working areas to reduce risk and enhance roofer safety.
- Cleared and removed debris from roofs to place new or replacement roofing materials.
- Stripped roofs of damaged tiles or slates, making repairs where possible.
- Replaced damaged or rotting roof components with new parts to prevent leaks.
- Worked comfortably at heights and consistently followed safety procedures and regulations.
- Applied waterproof coatings and materials to roofs, ensuring long-lasting protection against weather and wear.
Jet washer
Anvil Hire
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Followed health and safety procedures and used PPE to minimise injury risks.
- Finished cleaning jobs to client specifications and deadlines.
- Provided reliable and trustworthy cleaning service to improve customer loyalty.
- Operated a range of cleaning equipment, including pressure washers and vacuum cleaners, proficiently.
- Cleaned vehicle external areas by hand, brush, or by operating washing equipment to preserve exterior.
Education
GCSEs -
The Pingle Acadamy
Swadlincote, DBY01-2019
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse operations
- Load safety
- Warehouse packing
- Knowledge of safety regulations
- Hazard awareness
- Work order accuracy
- Physical strength and fitness
- Work shift flexibility
- Communication
- Team communication
- Problem solving
- Clean driving record
Certification
- Forklift Licence
- 3 Years experience
Timeline
Forklift Operator
TPN
03.2026 - 08.2026
Forklift Operator
GXO
08.2025 - 03.2026
Moulder of Handmade Bricks
Forterra
02.2025 - 08.2026
Production Worker
Keystone
11.2024 - 02.2025
Warehouse Worker
GXO Logistics
10.2023 - 04.2024
Roofing Labourer
Andy flat roofing
04.2021 - 12.2021
Jet washer
Anvil Hire
09.2019 - 03.2021
GCSEs -
The Pingle Acadamy