Forklift Operator

W. Silver; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

W. Silver is seeking a reliable forklift operator to safely transfer materials during unloading, loading and storage. You will organize and secure stored items such as pallets, boxes and sacks and assist in shipping preparation.

The role requires high school diploma, prior forklift experience preferred, and the ability to perform pre- and post-inspections, complete paperwork accurately, and greet customers arriving on site while supporting a safe, efficient operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Some previous experience as a forklift operator.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to transfer materials during unloading and loading.
• Organize and secure stored materials (pallets, boxes, bags) per standards.
• Manual loading/unloading from pallets/platforms.
• Perform routine pre- and post-inspections; report issues to supervisor.
• Report any damage to company property (racking, trailers, equipment).
• Weigh products or materials and record weight on labels/tags.
• Complete paperwork, tally sheets and reports accurately.
• Prepare material for shipment and load for shipping.
• Attend forklift operator training and certification as required.
• Greet and assist customers arriving on site to sell material promptly and courteously.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or department manager.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety standards

Inspections

Documentation

Shipping prep

Customer greeting

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Knowledgeable and safe operation of assigned forklift to transfer materials during unloading, loading, processing, and transfer to storage

Organizing and securing stored materials such as bales, super sacks, boxes, pallets, etc. according to operations and safety standards

Manually loading or unloading materials from pallets, platforms, skids, or other lifting devices

Perform routine pre & post inspections on equipment as per instructions; reporting any unsatisfactory results to floor supervisor

Report any damage to company property of any kind including racking, trailers, equipment

Weighing products or materials and recording weight and other necessary product information on labels or tags

Accurate, legible, and timely completion of paperwork, tally sheets, and/or reports

Prepare material properly for shipment and entire load for proper shipping

Attend and complete forklift operator training & certification as requested

Greeting and assisting customers arriving on site to sell material in a timely and courteous manner

Performing other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or department manager

Physical Demands

Walks, sits, stands, bends, lifts, climbs stairs, and moves continually during working hours. Is subject to lifting 20 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; weekend work is also necessary on a need basis.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma.

Preferred Education and Experience

Some previous experience as a forklift operator.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None for this position.

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 their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.