3rd Shift Forklift Operator – Short Block

Carpenter Canada Co.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Co. is hiring a Forklift Operator for the Temple, TX facility. You will reliably move raw materials and finished goods, recharge batteries, and maintain safe work areas on the 3rd shift from 19:00 to 7:00 with overtime as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification, basic inventory software literacy, and strong English communication to read and follow instructions precisely.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Forklift operation skills with the ability to pass company certification.
• Basic computer literacy for inventory tracking and data entry.
• Strong communication skills to read, write, and completely understand English instructions and labeling processes.

Responsibilities

• Recharge forklift batteries and exchange propane tanks according to safety instructions.
• Adhere to the company's safe stacking policy and recognize prohibited or restricted areas.
• Navigate and operate a forklift safely in confined, busy spaces alongside pedestrians and other machinery.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a forklift while traveling in reverse with product.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and organized work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic computer literacy

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Carpenter Co. is hiring a Forklift Operator for the Temple, TX facility. You will reliably move raw materials and finished goods, recharge batteries, and maintain safe work areas on the 3rd shift from 19:00 to 7:00 with overtime as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification, basic inventory software literacy, and strong English communication to read and follow instructions precisely.