2nd Shift Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Challenge Mfg. Company LLC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP shares

401k Match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account with employer

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a 2nd shift Forklift Operator/Material Handler in Irving, TX to ensure timely delivery of product and accurate inventory control. You will operate gas or electric lift devices, log movements with hand scanners and PLEX, and support audits with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role requires at least 2 years of material handling in manufacturing, ability to stand 8–10 hours, and lift up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable material handling experience in manufacturing.
• Must pass forklift operational and written assessments and maintain certification.
• Stand 8–10 hours and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and safety-minded approach.
• English reading/writing for safety instructions and communications.

Responsibilities

• Use hand scanners and PLEX to log inventory to the location.
• Escalate damaged parts, missing inventory, and any incidents to Team Leaders or Supervisors.
• Complete forklift inspections accurately and timely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support internal and external audits as needed.
• Participate in inventory, cross-training in zones as required.
• Recharge batteries and/or replace liquified gas tanks as needed.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLEX

Hand scanner

Forklift operation

Job description

## 2nd Shift Forklift Operator/Material HandlerApplylocations: Irving, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R1232**Who We Are:** Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations. Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success! Challenge is *#QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!* **Who We Want:**The Material Handler, Weld is responsible for timely and accurate delivery of product to internal and external customers. Must ensure inventory levels are accurate and maintained. Responsible for safe operation of gas or electric powered lifting devices.**What You'll Do:*** Utilize hand scanners and PLEX to correctly log inventory to the location.* Escalate damaged parts or containers, missing inventory, and any accidents, incidents, or damage to Team Leaders and/or Supervisors.* *Accurate completion of forklift inspection.** Maintain a clean and organized work area.* Support internal and external audits as needed.* Participate in inventory* Recharge batteries and/or replace liquified gas tank* Continuously identify opportunities for quality and process improvements.* Cross train in various zones centers as required* All other duties as assigned**When and Where:**This will be a **2nd Shift / 5pm - 1:30am M-F** position located at our Plant in **Irving, TX.**Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests.**What You Need to Have:*** Must be 18 years of age or older* Able to stand for 8-10 hours a day and be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.* Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.* High school diploma or equivalent.* *2 years minimum* of verifiable material handling experience in a manufacturing environment.* Must be able to pass operational and written forklift assessment and maintain certification to remain in Material Handler classification* Strong attention to detail and ability to detect defects.* Ability to use scanner.* Basic computer skills for data entry.* Good verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.* *May require lifting up to 30 pounds.** Manual dexterity and visual acuity required### Who We AreChallenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations.Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success!Challenge is ***#QualityDriven** and **#PeoplePowered!***### What We OfferWe’re excited to offer a range of awesome benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options, an Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, a Referral Bonus Program, Challenge Incentive Program, and paid time off.Please note, while these benefits are part of what we offer, they may not all apply to this specific role. The details shared in this job description are intended to give you a general idea, but duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, with or without notice. And of course, we’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to help individuals with disabilities succeed in their role.