Forklift Operator : 203262 - 1st Shift

HKA Enterprises; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

PTO: 1 day per month

Medical benefits after start date

Potential for permanent hire

Job summary

HKA Enterprises, Inc. in Lancaster, TX is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for the 1st shift. You will move and stage cartons and pallets, load/unload goods, and support daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires passing a written forklift test and practical evaluation, with an emphasis on dependable attendance and teamwork. Onsite, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to pass forklift evaluation tests.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and endure a non-climate-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move, transport, and stage materials throughout the warehouse.
• Scan cartons and pallets at designated rack locations.
• Load/unload, and prepare goods for distribution with accuracy and safety.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Barcode scanners

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Barcode scanners

Job description

Forklift Operator – 1st Shift

Forklift Operator – 1st Shift Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Location: Lancaster, TX Employment Type: 1-Year Contract with Potential for Permanent Hire Work Arrangement: Onsite Interview Process: Onsite interview required Overtime: Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs.

Pay, Benefits, and Employment Details

$20.00 per hour 11 paid holidaysOne PTO day per month, available on the first day of each month. Employee-paid medical benefits available on the first day of the month following your start date. One-year contract with the opportunity for permanent employment based on business needs and performance.

Job Overview

HKA Enterprises is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse and distribution operations in Lancaster, Texas. This position involves operating a forklift to move, store, retrieve, and stage cartons, pallets, and other materials throughout the warehouse. The ideal candidate has previous forklift experience, can safely handle physical warehouse duties, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled environment. Candidates must be able to pass both a written forklift test and a practical driving evaluation. This is a hands-on position requiring dependable attendance, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move, transport, store, and retrieve cartons, pallets, and other materials throughout the warehouse.
• Accurately scan cartons when moving items to and from designated rack locations.
• Load, unload, move, and stage products in designated warehouse and dock areas.
• Sort incoming and outgoing items and place materials in the appropriate staging locations.
• Move pallets and other materials to designated areas, including supplying production areas when needed.
• Pull trailers to specified locations within the warehouse facility, as required.
• Follow established warehouse procedures and safety guidelines while operating equipment.
• Maintain accuracy when scanning, moving, and storing inventory.
• Perform general warehouse duties as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with team members to support daily distribution operations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (EDUCATION WILL BE VERIFIED IF A JOB OFFER IS MADE)
• Previous forklift operating experience.
• Ability to pass a written forklift test and practical driving evaluation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, kneel, squat, reach, push, pull, and climb as required throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse with varying temperatures and elevated noise levels.
• Dependable attendance and the ability to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime based on business needs.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience in a logistics, warehouse, or distribution center environment.
• Experience using barcode scanners or warehouse scanning systems.

Important Working Conditions

This is a physically demanding, hands-on warehouse position. Employees should be comfortable spending most of the workday on their feet, performing repetitive tasks, operating a forklift, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The warehouse is not climate controlled, so employees must be comfortable working in varying temperatures. Reliable attendance, safe equipment operation, attention to detail, and a positive team-oriented attitude are essential.

HKA Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer.