Forklift Operator

Gulf Stream Marine, Inc.; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled forklift operator to join their team in a dynamic environment. This role involves the safe handling and transfer of cargo, requiring proficiency in operating material handling equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience and a valid driving license, along with the ability to communicate effectively and work independently. Join a dedicated team where your skills will contribute to seamless operations and safety in a bustling terminal setting. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating material handling equipment.
• Valid license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently in various conditions.
• Load and unload cargo while ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Communication Skills

Independence

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

This position operates a forklift machine for all operations. Employee is required to be proficient in the safe handling and transfer of general cargo, all varieties in the terminal, on and off trailers, in and out of vans.

Qualifications

Candidate Requirements:

1. Two (2) years of previous experience operating material handling equipment.
2. A valid license with acceptable driving record.
3. Must be able to effectively communicate with Supervisors and co-workers.
4. Ability to work a flexible schedule, extended hours, nights, holidays, and/or weekends as needed.
5. Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

1. The employee is continuously required to sit (while driving), grasp and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye-hand-foot coordination.
2. The employee is frequently required to reach forward, exercise repetitive foot and wrist motion and finger dexterity.
3. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, bend forward, squat, twist, and reach overhead and pinch.
4. The employee must frequently lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds.
5. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
6. Work in all weather conditions and seasons.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates competency operating a forklift with 2+ years’ experience that includes:

• Safe handling of all commodities.
• Operating with diverse attachments to handle different commodities.
• Operating machine in a warehouse and terminal.
• Proper mounting/dismounting of machine while maintaining three points of contact.
• Proper startup and shutdown of forklift (seatbelt, neutral when starting/stopping, lowers forklift blades to ground and sets brake when parking).
• Proper use of controls (clutch, inching, tilt, lift, attachments, steering).
• Proper stacking of load (approaches load squarely, stacks straight and squarely, and to safe height, deposits load safely, does not move until forks are level and lowered).
• Proper loading/unloading a trailer or van/railcar/container/other (checks the dock plate, condition of the floor/deck, trailer chocks, jack stands, and brakes if applicable, and maneuvers safely in tight quarters).
• Ensures truck drive is outside of cab and visible to operator before loading or unloading.
• Checks equipment in accordance to forklift checklist procedures to ensure it is properly maintained and is safe to operate.
• Communicates any issues with machine to supervisor or maintenance.
• Follows proper procedures for an “unattended” machine.
• Ensures machine is operated within safe working load limits at all times.
• Follows all company safety requirements/policies.
• Understands and complies with Company “Stop Work Authority” policy.
• Maintains awareness of all surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, traffic, debris or obstructions, etc.) at all times.
• Reviews all shipments upon arrival and inform supervisor immediately of any damages to cargo.
• Ensures that cargo is loaded in appropriate container or trailer for shipment as directed.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned which may or may not include operating a forklift.