Forklift Operator And Material Handler

6AM City, LLC; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

ESOP

Profit sharing

Paid vacation

Job summary

6AM City, LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator and Material Handler to safely move parts and materials across multiple locations, including outdoor areas. You will track locations, perform transactions in the system, and ensure the right parts are available for production, both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

The role requires forklift experience, blueprint literacy, and a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and time management in a dynamic warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of forklift experience in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand technical documents.
• Strong time management and safety-focused work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to move materials, parts, and units between buildings and production facilities.
• Transport materials between vendors, facility, and off-site locations.
• Record and maintain accurate locations of parts and materials as they are moved.
• Locate, identify, and pull the correct parts and materials for production.
• Perform material move transactions in the system accurately and promptly.
• Read and interpret blueprints and other technical documents.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions while maintaining safety and productivity.
• Collaborate with team members and support other duties as needed.
• Follow directions from supervision and carry out instructions consistently.
• Minimize scrap and rework while seeking quality improvements.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Blueprint reading

RF scanner

Time management

Teamwork

Data entry / MRP

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material HandlerJob Description

This role focuses on safely moving materials, parts, and units between multiple buildings, vendor locations, storage areas, and assembly areas. You accurately track and record the location of all materials as they move through the facility, while performing timely material move transactions in the system. You support production by ensuring the right parts are in the right place at the right time, working both indoors in a shop environment and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to move mechanic and tire trucks through lots and into production facilities.
• Transport materials, parts, and units between buildings, from vendors to the facility, and from the facility to off-site locations.
• Record and maintain accurate locations of parts and materials as they are moved throughout the facility.
• Locate, identify, and pull the correct parts and materials required for production.
• Perform material move transactions in the system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Read and interpret blueprints and other technical documents to identify correct parts and locations.
• Work both indoors in a shop environment and outdoors in all weather conditions while maintaining safety and productivity.
• Collaborate effectively with other employees as part of a team and support duties not directly related to material handling when needed.
• Follow direction from area supervision and carry out instructions consistently and accurately.
• Demonstrate a productive, non-disruptive work ethic and maintain a strong focus on quality.
• Work in a manner that minimizes scrap and rework, continually seeking to improve quality levels.
• Follow all company safety rules and policies as outlined in the safety manual and other company guidelines.
• Maintain company equipment and work areas in a clean, organized, and orderly condition.
• Manage time effectively to meet schedules and support production needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operations and team objectives.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to operate forklifts safely, including both stand-up and sit-down equipment.
• At least 2 years of forklift experience within a warehouse environment, including some outdoor experience moving material between buildings.
• Experience with material handling, inventory movement, picking, packing, and general labor tasks.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and other related technical documents.
• Capability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team.
• Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to input data and perform material transactions in an MRP or similar system.
• Ability to operate both standing and seated type forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Commitment to follow safety rules, company policies, and supervisory instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using an RF scanner for inventory and material tracking is a plus.
• Comfort learning and using MRP systems and related technology.
• Personable and professional communication style when working with team members across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when recording locations and performing transactions.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with a desire to grow skills and improve performance over time.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that supports both financial security and overall well-being. Once hired on, you gain access to health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) retirement plan and an employee ownership program (ESOP). The organization offers profit sharing, giving employees the opportunity to earn an extra check once a month based on attendance and time-off usage, with many employees regularly qualifying. Additional perks include paid vacation and holidays, referral bonuses, and wellness-related reimbursements such as a boot allowance, safety glasses reimbursement, and funds that can be used toward healthy lifestyle activities like gym memberships, golf memberships, or massages. The culture emphasizes ownership, teamwork, and shared success, creating an environment where employees feel invested in the company’s growth and rewarded for their contributions.

Work Environment

The role follows a Monday through Thursday schedule from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.