Forklift Operator

Colonial Group; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Woodway, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Support Associate to join a team focused on increasing productivity, reducing downtime, and waste. You will assist all plant floor jobs and follow strict safety and 5S standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to pass background checks and drug tests, and willingness to work overtime and weekends. A forklift certification is preferred and prior packaging/manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to pass background and drug test.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Overtime and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Support a manufacturing operation to increase productivity, reduce downtime and waste.
• Assist all jobs on the plant floor as part of the team.
• Follow safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Maintain shop and equipment per 5S standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Urgency to reduce downtime

Fast-paced multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Principle Accountabilities:

Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Assume active role in overall plant and facilities-related work. Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Graduate or GED.

Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend and sit for extended hours.

Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.

Certified industrial truck operator.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent communication skills.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.