Forklift Operator

Tyler Distribution Centers LLC; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Tyler Distribution Centers LLC in Baytown, TX, seeks an experienced forklift operator to load and unload goods, move pallets, and stack items in designated storage bays. You will operate electric forklifts, perform safety checks, and help maintain accurate inventory records.

Requirements include at least 2 years of electric forklift or reach-truck experience, ability to use RF scanners, and a strong focus on safety to prevent injuries in a busy warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required.
• Must have at least 2 years of Electric forklift, Reach-Truck, Stand up and electric pallet jack experience.
• Must be able to use Radio Frequency (RF) scanner gun.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries.
• Move goods around storage facility and stack in correct bays.
• Check loads for security and safety.
• Perform daily equipment checks and maintenance.
• Follow inventory control instructions and maintain records.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner gun

Electric forklift

Job description

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Manual Labor Baytown, TX, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1200

Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Obtains copy of Shipping or Receiving schedule for order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks, containers, trailers or vans
• Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
• Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions
• Checking loads are secure
• Stacking empty pallets
• Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and lubricating equipment
• Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines
• Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Dumping materials into machine hopper

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records
• Must have at least 2 years of Electric forklift, Reach-Truck, Stand up and electric pallet jack experience
• Must be able to use Radio Frequency (RF) scanner gun
• Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license may be required
• Forklift certification per OSHA standards preferred but not requirement
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner
• Reach-truck experience Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Applicants must be able to carry 15 to 50 pounds for short periods and capable of getting onto/off a sit-down forklift.
• Other physical requirements include walking, standing, bending, lifting for 8 hours.
• Willingness to follow all safety practices and other compliance requirements as trained.
• Willing to submit to a background check and drug screening

• competitive pay
• health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• paid time off

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