3rd shift Forklift Operator

Stanley Black & Decker; Northlake (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life insurance

Vision

Wellness program

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker in Northlake, TX is seeking a Forklift Operator - Shipping to handle loading, palletizing, and transport of products in the warehouse. You will use dock stockers and forklifts, process pick tickets, and ensure inventory accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

You should have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years forklift experience, and be able to obtain certification. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, teamwork, and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years forklift operation experience in a warehouse.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification.
• Familiarity with distribution center methods and procedures.
• Understanding of daily goals and warehouse capacity.
• Knowledge of safety regulations for forklift operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically able to stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs., and operate a stand-up forklift for an entire shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate dock stockers and various forklifts to load and transport products.
• Process pick tickets, perform full pallet picking, and shuttle pallets for order processing.
• Interact with management software and label printers; read work orders to determine needs.
• Maintain inventory accuracy; keep the work area clean, debris-free, and safe.
• Support cross-training in other distribution center functions and perform daily forklift inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety regulations

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Management software

Label printers

Scanner

Job description

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.

What You’ll Do

As a Forklift Operator - Shipping, you’ll be part of our team located in Northlake, TX. You’ll get to: Operate a variety of equipment, including dock stockers, reach trucks, turret trucks, and forklifts to efficiently load and transport products within the warehouse. Complete orders in a timely manner by processing pick tickets, performing full pallet picking, and shuttling pallets for final order processing. Interact with management software systems and label printers; read work orders or receive instructions to determine assignments and material needs. Perform physical activities requiring lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and safe material handling. Maintain inventory accuracy by scanning parts to and from proper locations; keep the work area clean, debris-free, and safe. Support cross-training in other distribution center functions, perform daily forklift inspections, and carry out other assigned duties.

Who You Are

You always strive to do a good job… but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have: High school diploma or GED equivalent required; 1-2 years of forklift operation experience in a warehouse or distribution environment. Ability to obtain forklift operator certification; broad knowledge of distribution center methods and procedures. Ability to understand daily goals and maximize warehouse capacity; familiarity with product catalog numbers and handling characteristics. Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to forklift operations; strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to work in a scanner-directed job and achieve productive and quality standards. Physical ability to regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, lift/move up to 50 lbs., and operate a stand-up forklift for an entire shift; resilience to work in environments with extreme temperatures.

What You’ll Receive

You’ll receive a competitive wage and a great benefits plan: Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs. All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at [phone] or at [e-mail]. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.

Know Your Rights

Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov). This employer participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. Applicants may be asked to voluntarily provide information to determine eligibility. Any information provided will be kept confidentially other than as required to make the necessary WOTC disclosures and in accordance with applicable laws. For the builders and protectors, for the makers and explorers, for those shaping and reshaping our world through hard work and inspiration, Stanley Black & Decker provides the tools and innovative solutions you can trust to get the job done—and we have since 1843.