First Shift Forklift Operator - Safe, Efficient Shipping

Financecolombia; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a forklift operator to safely operate a powered industrial vehicle, assist with material handling, and support shipping, receiving and inventory tasks. The role requires adherence to safety policies, ability to read shipping instructions, and collaboration within a diverse team. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Typical duties include loading/unloading, verifying shipments, maintaining clean areas, and supporting annual inventory. 1–2 years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Operates sit-down forklift and/or electric pallet jack safely.
• Reads shipping/receiving information and follows instructions in English.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load/unload materials and assist with shipments.
• Verify outgoing shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Assist with year-end inventory and maintain clean work areas.
• Provide timely material to production lines and follow safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety policies

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

English reading

Bilingual EN/ES

Tools

None

Job description

Westlake is seeking a forklift operator to safely operate a powered industrial vehicle, assist with material handling, and support shipping, receiving and inventory tasks. The role requires adherence to safety policies, ability to read shipping instructions, and collaboration within a diverse team. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Typical duties include loading/unloading, verifying shipments, maintaining clean areas, and supporting annual inventory. 1–2 years of related experience preferred.