Forklift & Heavy Equipment Operator – Shipping

Sabre Industries, Inc.; Hicksville Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Health and Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Life and Disability Coverage

Job summary

Sabre Industries is seeking a forklift operator to move, stock and prepare materials for shipping at our Hicksville, OH location. You will operate a heavy forklift, verify shipments, and support yard logistics in a safety‑driven environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork and adherence to shipping procedures, with full-time schedules and competitive benefits. Strong English communication and a valid Level B certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 3–5 years operating a 10,000+ lb forklift or heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret Shipping Authorizations and Daily Ship Schedules.
• Must maintain Level B Equipment Operator Certification and related gear.
• Effective English communication with warehouse personnel, management and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operate an all-terrain forklift to move, locate, relocate and stock materials per shipping procedures.
• Load and unload materials safely, verify item information and protect items from damage.
• Pull and prepare materials for shipments; use tools as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of yard bin locations and ship schedules.
• Contribute to team effort and uphold safety, productivity, and cleanliness standards.
• Cross-train to assist in shipping duties and perform additional tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation experience

Team player

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pneumatic staple/nail gun

Banding equipment

Stencil machine

Digital camera

Radial arm saw

Overhead crane

Job description

Sabre Industries is seeking a forklift operator to move, stock and prepare materials for shipping at our Hicksville, OH location. You will operate a heavy forklift, verify shipments, and support yard logistics in a safety‑driven environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork and adherence to shipping procedures, with full-time schedules and competitive benefits. Strong English communication and a valid Level B certification are required.