Forklift Operator

Atterro; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Safety-Focused Environment

Job summary

Atterro is now hiring a Forklift Operator in Houston, TX, to ensure efficient warehouse operations. The role requires safe operation of forklifts to transport, unload, and stack materials while maintaining inventory accuracy.

The candidate should have previous experience in forklift operation, skills in warehouse logistics, and a commitment to safety. The position offers competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside growth

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, and stack materials.
• Inspect equipment before use and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Support shipping and receiving activities throughout the facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse logistics

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse management systems (WMS)

Job description

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Houston, TX
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: 1st shift

Put Your Forklift Operator Skills in Gear. We’ve Got Work.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Houston where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

Job Duties for this position include heavy lifting, a fast pace, sorting, unloading, and pallet building. The position could involve unloading, scanning, and sorting boxes to the correct location, and stacking packages on pallets for shipping.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.
• Steel toe shoes are required

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Good Vibes Only. Ask Keriann.
I love my coworkers. -Keriann, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

A Forklift Operator helps maintain efficient warehouse operations by safely moving products between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas. This role requires equipment operation skills, organizational ability, and safe work habits.

The Forklift Operator combines forklift operation with inventory awareness and warehouse procedures to help ensure products are moved accurately and efficiently throughout daily operations.

This profession is well suited for individuals who enjoy equipment operation and warehouse logistics.