Forklift Operator

Chestnut Labs; Texas; On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental + Vision coverage

Paid time off (144 hours/year)

Job summary

Chestnut Labs is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate in Texas to support loading and unloading, pallet movement, and materials staging. You will ensure accurate paperwork, follow SOPs, and help maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient operation in a fast-paced environment.

Join a team that values attention to detail and collaborates to keep shipments on time. Prior warehouse experience and good English communication are preferred.

Qualifications

• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Legible entries for record keeping.
• Able to use company computer systems.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Ability to follow directions precisely.
• Basic math skills across units of measure.
• Must read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Execute loading and unloading of products in trailers.
• Distribute pallets from palletizer to trailers and staging areas.
• Stage materials for production.
• Move products within the facility (plant and/or cooler).
• Receive materials for warehouse storage.
• Supply packaging material, cartons, and hulls to line as needed.
• Maintain pallet supply for palletizer.
• Rotate packaging and ingredients using FIFO.
• Complete all required paperwork clearly and accurately.
• Document information per SOPs.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes.
• Report any food safety or quality issues to management.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Follow GMPs and company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Record-keeping

Computer systems

Fast-paced

Communication

Following directions

Math skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking for a fast-paced role where your attention to detail makes a real difference? Our Warehouse team is looking for a dependable, organized team player to help drive our shipping and receiving operations forward.

In this role, you aren’t just moving boxes—you are the final checkpoint ensuring our products reach customers safely, accurately, and on time. We offer a stable, supportive team environment where safety is a priority, and your hard work is truly valued. If you are ready to keep things moving and grow your career with an industry leader, we want to hear from you.

What We Offer (Benefits & Perks)

We take care of the people who take care of our business. Your peace of mind and well-being matter to us, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Fast Coverage: Health and welfare benefits become available on the first of the month following your hire date—no long waiting periods!

Comprehensive Health: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy.

Financial Protection: Life insurance and identity protection insurance for added peace of mind.

Generous Time Off: Recharge and spend time with family with up to 144 hours of vacation time every year (prorated during your first year).

And More! Ask our team about additional perks and benefits during your interview.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute the loading and unloading of products in trailers

Distribute pallets of product from the palletizer to distribution trailers and staging areas

Stage materials for product ion

Move product and materials within facility (plant and/or cooler)

Receive materials for warehouse storage

Supply packaging material, cartons, and hulls to line as needed

Maintain pallet supply for palletizer

Rotate packaging and ingredients using FIFO (First In – First Out)

Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format, and completed with required information

En sure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safet y, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work perfomed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to use company computer systems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to follow directions
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and
  decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Pay Range

15.00-22.82

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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