Cylinder Handler - Forklift & Inventory Specialist

Linde plc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde plc in Houston, TX is seeking a forklift operator for the 3rd shift to load and unload cylinders, manage inventory, and prepare shipments. You will operate a forklift, sort cylinders by type, and assist with paperwork while ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, inventory accuracy, and teamwork in a heavy industrial setting on the night shift, contributing to reliable, on-time deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in a plant or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical background preferred.
• Must have leadership, problem solving, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload gas cylinders and related products onto and from route trucks and trailers.
• Move cylinders by rolling and operating a forklift.
• Sort empty cylinders by type and check quantities, styles and product specs for inventory management.
• Review customer orders, pull items from inventory, and load products onto trucks for delivery.
• Perform basic cylinder maintenance including painting, labeling and cleaning the work area.
• Assist with paperwork accompanying shipments.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Linde plc in Houston, TX is seeking a forklift operator for the 3rd shift to load and unload cylinders, manage inventory, and prepare shipments. You will operate a forklift, sort cylinders by type, and assist with paperwork while ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, inventory accuracy, and teamwork in a heavy industrial setting on the night shift, contributing to reliable, on-time deliveries.