Forklift Operator

Haydon-Corporation; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift

Overtime eligible

Job summary

Haydon-Corporation is seeking an Inventory Control Associate for a weekend shift (Fri–Sun, 5:00 PM–5:30 AM) in Grand Prairie, TX. You will safely receive goods, inventory items, stage materials with a forklift, verify delivery bills, and ensure accurate labels and paperwork before shipments.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, staging, quality checks, and maintaining a 5S workspace. Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent, 2+ years forklift experience, and good data-entry skills;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift experience in shipping/receiving environment.
• Strong data-entry and computer literacy skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments of coils, strut, pallets, and more.
• Weigh, mark, and store coils properly and stage materials using a forklift.
• Verify delivery bills and product received; ensure labels and paperwork are accurate.
• Perform quality checks and audits prior to shipping to customers.
• Pick, pack, and prepare shipments with proper documentation and freight classification.
• Maintain 5S cleanliness and safety in the working area.
• Overtime and weekend work as needed; support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Forklift experience

Data entry

Teamwork

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

This is a weekend shift position Friday-Sunday 5:00PM-5:30AM36 working hours, paid for full 40 hoursTHE ROLEThe Inventory Control Associate is responsible for safely executing the varied responsibilities of receiving goods, inventory of goods, and meeting the delivery schedule.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:• Load and unload shipments and deliveries of coils, strut, pallets, etc.• Weigh, mark, and store coils properly.• Stage raw materials using a forklift to the mill and welding machines.• Verify delivery bills and verify product received.• Ensure labels and paperwork are accurate for incoming and outgoing loads.• Confirm accuracy and quality of all loads being shipped or received.• Pick and pack items, ensuring products are safe and undamaged.• Perform quality checks and audits. These checks and audits must be conducted prior to product being shipped to customers.• Prepare shipping documentation, by weight, piece count, and freight classification of all products. Perform quality checks and audits. These checks and audits must be conducted prior to product being shipped to customers.• Prepare & stage shipments as needed (re-bundling, plastic wrap, labeling, etc.).• Recognize and address compliance issues such as overages, shortages, damaged products, packaging issues and incorrect parts.• Identify and count various products (i.e., strut, hardware, threaded rods, etc.) foraccuracy purposes.• Maintain cleanliness of area according to 5S principles to provide a safe and effectiveworking space.• This is a full-time position. Associate must be able to work overtime as needed and mustalso be able to occasionally work on the weekends as necessary.• Support and provide input for continuous improvement activities.• Support with on-the-job training for other inventory control associates.• Support in all areas as needed and requested by supervisor or another member of themanagement team.Professional Qualifications• Commitment to safety and to adhere to all safety rules.• High School Diploma or equivalent.• 2 + years forklift experience working in the Shipping & Receiving Department• Forklift certified through Haydon• Experience loading & unloading materials 10’- 20’ long.• Experience in a manufacturing environment• Knowledge of loading flatbeds and dry vans.• Must have computer literacy skills and good data entry skills.• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and ensure accuracy.• Demonstrates ability to work in team, treat colleagues with respect and has a high levelof accountability / punctuality.• Proven record of strong attendance.• Willingness to be cross-trained and rotate through all business functions as required bybusiness needs.• Good written and verbal communication skills.