Forklift

Westlake Royal Building Products; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Royal Building Products in Dallas, Texas is seeking a forklift operator to manage material movement within the facility. Key responsibilities include operating the forklift, maintaining safety compliance, and handling shipping documents.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, prior forklift experience, and a forklift certification. The role requires ability to lift items and work in varying environmental conditions, ensuring productivity and safety at all times.

Qualifications

• Ability to use simple math and read tape measure accurately.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Forklift experience and certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move, load, and unload material throughout the facility.
• Comply with safety policies and maintain timeliness.
• Regulate shipping documents and verify counts.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading tape measure

Simple math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Job description

JOB SUMARY

Operates forklift to move, load, and unload material and pallets throughout the facility.

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Operate forklift within the safety guidelines.
• Unload incoming material and pallets by placing it in the proper area.
• Regulate shipping documents accordingly.
• Verify counts and maintain load sheets.
• Understand quality standards, equipment, and manufacturing processes.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to use simple math and read tape measure accurately.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Forklift certification

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Prolong sitting.
• Complete repetitive movements such as typing.
• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision, and hardhat protection) when in plant.
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities.
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders.
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.