3rd Shift Forklift Operator — Great Benefits & Growth

Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

PTO & company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Shift premium 8%

Job summary

Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc. in Abilene, TX is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to support our warehouse during the 3rd shift. You will transport materials, load/unload shipments, and maintain a safe, organized work area in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.

Ideal candidates have sit-down, propane, and electric forklift experience, basic English literacy for logs/reports, and reliability to work scheduled hours. We offer health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, and an 8% shift premium.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience operating sit-down, propane, and electric forklifts.
• Proficient in maneuvering forklifts and pallet jacks in tight spaces.
• Basic math skills and ability to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions in English; capable of completing logs/reports.
• Able to lift, push, pull, and position heavy products.
• Experience with safety programs and adherence to safety protocols.
• Reliable to work scheduled hours and adhere to timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials to and from work centers using a forklift.
• Move products to the next production step in the warehouse.
• Load products onto motor freight and transport finished goods to storage or shipping areas.
• Remove waste materials and dispose of them in dumpsters.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet manufacturing demands.
• Perform general clerical tasks as needed.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and safe.
• Collaborate with other departments to support operations.

Skills

Forklift Experience

Technical Skills

Communication & Accuracy

Physical Ability

Safety Compliance

Reliability

Work Environment Adaptability

Warehouse & Mechanical Knowledge

Teamwork & Reliability

Job description

Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc. in Abilene, TX is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to support our warehouse during the 3rd shift. You will transport materials, load/unload shipments, and maintain a safe, organized work area in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.

Ideal candidates have sit-down, propane, and electric forklift experience, basic English literacy for logs/reports, and reliability to work scheduled hours. We offer health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, and an 8% shift premium.