Forklift Operator - 3rd shift

Stanley Black & Decker; Northlake (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker is hiring for a warehouse associate at our Northlake, TX facility. You will operate forklifts, pick orders, and move pallets to support efficient distribution.

We value safety, reliability, and teamwork; you will interact with warehouse software, maintain inventory accuracy, and participate in cross-training. A high school diploma and forklift experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–2 years forklift operation experience.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification.
• Familiarity with distribution center methods and catalog numbers.
• Knowledge of safety regulations for forklift operations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; capable of scanner-directed work.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate a stand-up forklift.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including dock stockers, reach trucks, turret trucks, and forklifts.
• Complete orders by processing pick tickets and pallet picking.
• Interact with management software systems and label printers.
• Perform lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and safe material handling.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by scanning parts and keeping area clean.
• Support cross-training, daily forklift inspections, and other duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scanner systems

Label printers

Job description

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more .

What You'll Do

• Operate a variety of equipment, including dock stockers, reach trucks, turret trucks, and forklifts to efficiently load and transport products within the warehouse.
• Complete orders in a timely manner by processing pick tickets, performing full pallet picking, and shuttling pallets for final order processing.
• Interact with management software systems and label printers; read work orders or receive instructions to determine assignments and material needs.
• Perform physical activities requiring lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and safe material handling.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by scanning parts to and from proper locations; keep the work area clean, debris-free, and safe.
• Support cross-training in other distribution center functions, perform daily forklift inspections, and carry out other assigned duties.

Who You Are

You always strive to do a good job...but wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality - at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; 1-2 years of forklift operation experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification; broad knowledge of distribution center methods and procedures.
• Ability to understand daily goals and maximize warehouse capacity; familiarity with product catalog numbers and handling characteristics.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to forklift operations; strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to work in a scanner-directed job and achieve productive and quality standards.
• Physical ability to regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, lift/move up to 50 lbs., and operate a stand-up forklift for an entire shift; resilience to work in environments with extreme temperatures.

What You'll Receive

You’ll receive a competitive wage and a great benefits plan

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You'll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

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