Certified Forklift Operator

Module X Solutions; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Module X Solutions in Shreveport, Louisiana is seeking a Certified Forklift Driver to support manufacturing and production teams. You will operate industrial forklifts for transporting oversized materials and ensure safety protocols are followed. The successful candidate will have 2–3 years of experience in similar environments, valid forklift certification, and understanding of load distribution. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including health and dental insurance, 401(k), and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (must be current).
• Minimum 2–3 years of forklift experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven experience handling oversized, heavy, or sensitive materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to transport large and heavy materials.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and flatbeds safely.
• Conduct daily inspections of forklifts.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load handling

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Telehandlers

Boom lifts

Cranes

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Certified Forklift Driver to support our manufacturing and production teams. This role involves operating industrial forklifts to move, load, and unload large-scale equipment, heavy materials, and modular buildings throughout the facility and production yard. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with oversized or irregular loads, understand weight distribution, and prioritize safety while working in fast-paced environments.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (including high-capacity and extended‑fork models) to transport large and heavy materials, equipment, and structures.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and flatbeds safely and efficiently.
• Move components such as steel frames, prefab sections, and modular units across production zones.
• Conduct daily inspections of forklifts and report maintenance issues.
• Secure and stabilize oversized loads for safe transport.
• Assist in staging materials for production and outbound shipping.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures, including OSHA and company guidelines.
• Work closely with warehouse, production, and logistics teams to support operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.
• Strong understanding of safe lifting, load limits, and load distribution.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (must be current).
• Minimum 2–3 years of forklift experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven experience handling oversized, heavy, or sensitive materials.
• Experience with mobile equipment such as telehandlers, boom lifts, or cranes.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee sometimes works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, and heights. When participating in activities on the shop floor, the noise level in the work environment is typical for a fabrication shop; ear plugs may be used as necessary.