Forklift Operator

Techo-Bloc Inc.; Farmington (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical / Dental / Vision

401(k) + Company Match

Life Insurance + STD + LTD

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee product discounts

Training & Development opportunities

Uniforms provided after 3 months

Boot reimbursement program

Job summary

Techo-Bloc Inc. in Farmington, MN is hiring a Forklift Operator to load/unload vehicles and move goods in a distribution depot. You will work with forklift operators, drivers, and laborers to meet performance goals in a team setting.

The role emphasizes safe forklift operation, attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures. Company offers weekly pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as a sit-down forklift operator or related work.
• Familiarity with forklift operation and safety.
• High School Diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift to load and unload products from commercial vehicles and put away finished goods.
• Receive and physically inspect products to ensure quality standards.
• Bring consumables to the production areas as needed.
• Always maintain equipment in operating condition and cleaned at shift end.
• Partner with the yard supervisor to handle discrepancies, malfunctions, and issues.
• Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
• Collaboratively work with team to take on additional duties as needed

Skills

Excellent communicator

Safety-focused

Time management

Education

High School Diploma (preferred)

Job description

At Techo-Bloc, we aren't just paving patios--we're paving the way for great careers! Founded on a culture of innovation, we manufacture landscaping products focused on design, durability, and flair. Our growing team is seeking passionate people, ready to make an impact.

Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Forklift Operator for our distribution depot in Farmington, MN. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in distribution or transportation, be able to work independently, enjoy customer service and have high attention to detail.

Position: Forklift Operator will work in collaboration with other forklift operators, truck drivers, and general laborers in order to achieve performance goals. This individual will work in a team to load and unload vehicles, while safely utilizing forklifts to complete tasks.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift to load and unload products from commercial vehicles and put away finished goods.
• Receive and physically inspect products to ensure quality standards.
• Bring consumables to the production areas as needed
• Always maintain equipment in an operating function and cleaned at the end of each shift.
• Partners with the yard supervisor to handle discrepancies, malfunctions, and potential issues.
• Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
• Collaboratively works with team to take on additional duties as needed

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• An Excellent Communicator; actively reports on issues and progress.
• Safety-Focused; Operates equipment according to safety standards.
• Time Management; comfortable with time-driven deadlines and goals.

Education and Experience:

• 1+ year (s) experience as a sit-down forklift operator, or relevant work.
• Familiarity with forklift operation and safety.
• High School Diploma (preferred).

Additional Information

Why Techo-Bloc?

We take care of our team with strong pay, reliable hours, and real benefits.

• Weekly Pay
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401(k) + Company Match
• Life Insurance + STD + LTD
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee product discounts
• Training & Development opportunities
• Uniforms provided after 3 months
• Boot reimbursement program

The People

Our people are the best part of the job.

The Farmingtonteam is an industrious group, who thrive together when challenged. Passionate about their craft, our folks take pride in the Artscape of their work and the Techo-Bloc brand. This crew values a "can do" attitude and is quick to embrace those eager to learn.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee will frequently be working outside in the elements.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.