Forklift Materials Handler

ProTrans; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ProTrans is seeking a Forklift Materials Handler to load, unload, and move materials within the center, cross dock, trailers, yard, or work site. You will follow work orders, inspect items, and ensure accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes safety checks, operation of banding and sealing tools, and contributing to continual process improvements to boost center performance. This is a hands-on role requiring reliability and adherence to ProTrans procedures.

Qualifications

• Ability to read work orders and follow instructions.
• Familiarity with receiving/shipping documentation and processes.
• Commitment to safety procedures and accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Reads work orders or instructions to identify materials to move.
• Receives items for shipment and inspects identity, quantity, and condition.
• Opens containers as directed and loads/unloads materials with forklift or handling equipment.
• Loads materials into carrier vehicles and secures loads to prevent damage.
• Completes receiving and shipping documents per ProTrans specs.
• Operates a mobile scanner for receiving/shipping activities.
• Identifies shipments with proper labeling and handling instructions.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment and performs daily safety checks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading work orders

Safety awareness

Tools

Mobile scanner

Job description

Summary

The Forklift Material Handler loads, unloads and moves materials within or near center, cross dock, trailers, yard, or work site by performing the following duties.

Forklift Materials Handler - S1

The Forklift Material Handler loads, unloads and moves materials within or near center, cross dock, trailers, yard, or work site by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Receives items for shipment, inspects visually for identity, quantity, and condition. Checks for obvious damage and segregates items requiring special handling.
• Opens containers as directed by work instructions or supervisor.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand or with forklift or other handling equipment.
• Loads materials into carrier vehicles and installs loading tools to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Completes receiving and shipping documents accurately and completely via ProTrans specifications.
• Completes receiving and shipping activities with use of mobile scanner
• Identify all shipments by proper marking and labeling, including special handling instructions.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Conduct safety and equipment checks daily.
• Operates machinery such as banding, taping, and sealing.
• Follow all safety procedures. Actively works to improve individual and center safety record.
• Provides ideas or feedback to identify continual improvement initiatives to enhance the performance of the position, team, and company.