Overview
The Pictswet in Monte Alto, Texas, is looking for experienced forklift operators to join our team. Forklift operators will drive electric-powered or propane forklifts equipped with lifting devices to move raw or finished products.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily inspections of the forklift unit and report any malfunctions.
- Position forks, lifting platforms, or other devices under, over, or around pallets, skids, bins, materials, etc., and transport loads to designated areas.
- Unload and stack loads by raising and lowering the device.
- Inventory materials in receiving areas, cool room storage, or on the work floor.
- Supply line workers with raw products as needed.
- Load or unload products onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
- Change batteries and ensure they are charged and properly handled.
- Maintain work areas clean, organized, and neat.
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) before starting work.
- Follow all safety guidelines set forth by the company.
- Assist other departments as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
- Experience: Minimum six (6) months experience operating a forklift in an industrial setting.
- Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret safety rules/signs, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
- Other Requirements:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
- Ability to obtain OSHA Forklift Certification.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to work rotating shifts if necessary.
- Must have reliable transportation.