Forklift Operator

United Bags, Inc; Crowley (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k)

Profit sharing

Job summary

United Bags, Inc. is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator for our Lafayette warehouse to safely operate forklifts and related equipment, move materials, and support loading and shipping activities.

The ideal candidate has forklift experience in a warehouse or industrial setting, a safety-focused mindset, and a commitment to reliable performance. This role offers stable hours and a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must have previous forklift operating experience.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Experience in warehouse/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate forklift in confined spaces.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move materials and products.
• Load and unload trucks while ensuring proper handling.
• Receive, inspect, and store incoming materials and products.
• Pick, stage, and prepare products for outgoing shipments.
• Safely move and organize inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through logs or WMS.
• Perform routine forklift inspections and report issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.
• Collaborate with warehouse, production, and logistics teams to meet deadlines.
• Follow all safety policies and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Forklift experience

Forklift certification

Warehouse environment

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Forklift Operator

Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM

Company Overview

United Bags, Inc. is a fifth-generation, family-owned business proudly serving customers since 1890. We are a leader in industrial bag and bulk packaging solutions and one of North America's largest bulk packaging distributors. United Bags offers a wide range of products, including FIBCs (bulk bags), woven polypropylene bags, paper bags, and custom packaging solutions.

Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated, dependable, and experienced Forklift Operator to join our Lafayette warehouse team. The primary responsibility of this position is to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to receive, move, stage, store, and load materials and finished products.

The ideal candidate will have previous forklift operating experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial environment, be safety-focused, and be comfortable handling heavy materials in a fast-paced setting. We are looking for someone who wants to establish a long-term career with a stable company that values teamwork, safety, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment to move materials and products.
• Load and unload trucks while ensuring proper handling and placement of products.
• Receive, inspect, and properly store incoming materials and products.
• Pick, stage, and prepare products for outgoing shipments.
• Safely move and organize inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through manual logs or warehouse management systems.
• Perform routine forklift and equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.
• Work closely with warehouse, production, and logistics teams to meet shipping and production deadlines.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous forklift operating experience is required.
• Valid forklift certification is highly preferred.
• Experience working in a warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift in confined and industrial spaces.
• Ability to safely handle and move heavy materials.
• Basic understanding of inventory and warehouse procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Ability to work around machinery noise, dust, fluctuating temperatures, and moving equipment.

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial warehouse and manufacturing environment with exposure to:

• Heavy machinery and moving equipment
• Forklifts and other material-handling equipment
• Fluctuating temperatures and dusty conditions
• Industrial noise
• A team-oriented environment focused on safety and efficiency

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Profit sharing

United Bags, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.