Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

prattexternalcareersite; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Wellness reimbursement

Paid holidays

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, disability, H

Parental leave

HSA program

Employee Assistance Programs

PPE reimbursements

Cell phone discount

Monthly incentive bonus

Job summary

Pratt Industries – Cedar Hill is seeking a Forklift Operator on the 2nd shift from 2:00PM to 10:00PM. Starting pay rate is $20/hr. You will move materials, keep inventory records, perform basic equipment maintenance, and support operations to meet production goals.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, training, and teamwork, with benefits including insurance, holidays, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and parental leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; forklift experience preferred.
• Basic troubleshooting to identify maintenance needs and actions.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, multitasking and time management.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach and lift; vision requirements noted.
• Lift Truck Operator License must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and operational guidelines and obtain Pratt Forklift Certification.
• Maintain equipment and keep production area clean.
• Lead training and assist team members, including operators and helpers.
• Participate in meetings to meet production schedules and resolve challenges.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely equipment maintenance.
• Support coworkers and be available for weekend shifts.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Forklift Operator – 2nd Shift

Shift/Hours:

2:00PM – 10:00PM

Starting Pay Rate:

$20/Hr.

As a Forklift Operator at Pratt Industries – Cedar Hill, you will play an essential role in maintaining the flow of materials by moving various sized units and products to the correct staging areas. You will also maintain accurate records of inventory locations, perform basic equipment maintenance, assist with general operations, and ensure housekeeping duties are completed. You will work in an environment where safety is a top priority and will have opportunities to grow in a supportive team-oriented atmosphere.

Give and Get:

What You’ll Get:

• Insurance Benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month
• Paid holidays from day one and 401(k) with match at 3 months
• Tuition reimbursement at one year
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, short-term disability and HSA
• Paid Childbearing/parental leave at one year
• Healthy Lifestyle program with up to $1,200 awarded each year to your HSA
• Employee Assistance Programs to help you manage your life at work and at home
• Safety and PPE Reimbursements
• Cell phone discount with 2 major providers
• Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met

What You’ll Give:

• A Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Dedication to maintaining equipment and production area cleanliness
• Leadership in training and assisting fellow team members, including machine operators and helpers.
• Active participation in meeting production schedules and resolving challenges proactively.

Key Duties and Success Factors:

• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety and operational guidelines to ensure a safe working environment as well as becoming Pratt Forklift Certified.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a high level of attention to detail, ensuring that materials and equipment are handled with care to prevent damage.
• Operational Efficiency: Support general operations by performing duties efficiently and accurately.
• Training & Development: Participate in training programs to stay up to date with company procedures and safety protocols.
• Reporting & Maintenance: Maintain accurate records and ensure necessary equipment maintenance is completed in a timely manner.
• Flexibility & Teamwork: Support coworkers in various tasks and be available to work weekend shifts when needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

What You’ll Need to be Successful:

• Experience: High school diploma or GED required. Candidates with previous experience in the corrugating industry, forklift operation, or working with warehouse management systems are preferred.
• Basic Troubleshooting: Ability to identify maintenance needs and take appropriate action.
• Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, multitasking, and time management skills. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift materials. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Certifications: Lift Truck Operator License (must be maintained).

Pratt Industries provides equal employment (and affirmative action) opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veterans status, or disability.

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than10,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.

Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.

Pratt Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D