Forklift Driver

The Shaw Group; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shaw Group is seeking a dedicated Forklift Driver in Beaumont, Texas. The role involves operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment efficiently while ensuring safety and adherence to company guidelines.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma, a valid forklift certification, and preferably previous experience in a warehouse setting. Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills are essential for success in this physically demanding role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid forklift certification/license or ability to obtain one is essential.
• Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, move, and stack materials, products, and supplies.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse operations knowledge

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification/license

Job description

Responsible for operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count materials. The Forklift Driver will ensure efficiency and safety in the workplace while adhering to company and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, move, and stack materials, products, and supplies within the warehouse or production facility.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintainaccurateinventory records and follow proper documentation procedures.
• Assistwith order picking, packing, and shipping as needed.
• Follow all company safety regulations and guidelines to prevent accidents.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse area.
• Assistwith cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisorsregardingworkflow and operational needs.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift certification/license (or ability to obtain one).
• Previousexperienceoperatinga forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing setting preferred.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory systems, and safety procedures.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in a physically demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Good communicationand teamwork skills.
• Basic math and computer skills for inventory tracking.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear,seeandto performrepetitive motions.
• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of forcefrequentlyor constantlyto lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.