Forklift Operator (Day and Night)

Steves & Sons, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k)

Paid holidays

DailyPay access

Job summary

Steves & Sons, Inc. in San Antonio, TX is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse and production operations.

You will load, unload, transport, and stage materials, perform forklift inspections, and help maintain inventory accuracy while following safety standards. This active warehouse role requires 6 months of forklift experience, OSHA knowledge, and the ability to work a Monday–Friday schedule with some weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of recent forklift operating experience required.
• Plus 3 or more years of forklift operating experience preferred.
• Experience performing forklift inspections required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials and finished products.
• Transport products throughout the warehouse and production floor.
• Receive, store, stage, and ship inventory.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and basic equipment maintenance.
• Support inventory accuracy through RF scanning and cycle counts.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Follow OSHA regulations and all company safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

OSHA regulations

Basic math

Attention to detail

Attendance & punctuality

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

RF scanning equipment

eMaint system

Job description

• Location 203 HUMBLE AVE,SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78225-1317,United States
• Base Pay $15.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Steves & Sons | San Antonio, Texas

Locations

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Additional Incentives

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
• $300 Biweekly Perfect Attendance Bonus
• $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
• Monday-Friday (Day and Night Shift)
• Occasional Saturdays based on production needs

Bonuses are subject to company policy and eligibility requirements.

Join the Steves & Sons Team

For more than 160 years, Steves & Sons has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship, innovation, and reliability. As a family-owned manufacturer, we are committed to providing stable employment, competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse and production operations by safely handling, transporting, loading, unloading, storing, and staging materials throughout our facilities. This position plays a critical role in maintaining efficient production flow while ensuring compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.

If you are safety-focused, dependable, and experienced in warehouse material handling, we invite you to join a team that values hard work, rewards performance, and invests in employee success.

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for:

• Loading and unloading materials and finished products.
• Transporting products throughout the warehouse and production floor.
• Receiving, storing, staging, and shipping inventory.
• Performing daily forklift inspections and basic equipment maintenance.
• Supporting inventory accuracy through RF scanning and cycle counts.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Following OSHA regulations and all company safety policies.

This is an active warehouse position and is not a forklift only role.

Material Handling & Warehouse Operations

• Load and unload trailers using forklifts and material-handling equipment.
• Transport and store products in designated warehouse and production locations.
• Deliver materials to various departments safely and efficiently.
• Pick, wrap, pack, label, tie, and stage orders for shipment.
• Consolidate partial pallets and organize incoming goods.
• Utilize wireless RF scanning equipment to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Perform cycle counts as required.
• Adhere to company quality and customer service standards.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Safely operate powered industrial trucks and forklifts.
• Perform required pre-operational forklift inspections.
• Inspect fuel, battery voltage, hydraulic fluid, and other critical components before use.
• Identify and immediately report damaged equipment, product damage, or safety concerns.
• Recharge, clean, refuel, oil, and perform routine forklift maintenance.
• Record maintenance and inspection activities in the eMaint system.
• Successfully pass the company forklift certification test.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Identify and report workplace safety hazards.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Remove empty pallets, scrap wood, and other debris from work areas.
• Support a safe and positive work environment at all times.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of recent forklift operating experience required.
• Plus 3 or more years of forklift operating experience preferred.
• Experience performing forklift inspections required.
• Knowledge of various material-handling equipment is an asset.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations.
• Basic math proficiency.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds without assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and move throughout a shift.
• Ability to perform frequent three-point mount and dismount activities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment for extended periods.

Employment Requirements

• Must pass a company forklift certification test.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must successfully complete a criminal history background check based on company criteria.

Summary

What We Offer

At Steves & Sons, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth.

• Medical insurance with multiple plan options
• Vision insurance
• Telehealth and virtual care services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical transportation coverage
• Wellness resources and healthcare support
• Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Legal and Identity Theft Protection plans

Retirement Planning

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) options
• Generous company matching contributions
• 40 hours of vacation after 90 days of employment
• Paid company holidays
• DailyPay access for paycheck flexibility
• Employee recognition and service award programs
• Internal promotion opportunities
• Professional growth and advancement paths
• Ongoing training and skill development
• Long-term career opportunities with a growing organization

About Steves & Sons

For over 160 years, Steves & Sons has manufactured quality door products for customers throughout the United States. We are proud of our tradition of craftsmanship, innovation, and service, and we remain committed to investing in the people who make our success possible.

Join the Steves & Sons family and build a rewarding career with a company that values safety, teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

ADA Compliance Statement

The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, and in a manner that does not create a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.