Forklift Operator I - Dallas

American Textile Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

American Textile Company is seeking a dedicated warehouse worker in Dallas, Texas, responsible for managing finished goods from arrival to storage. The role involves using forklifts, pallet movers, and reach trucks to ensure efficient inventory handling.

The ideal candidate must possess basic math skills and be willing to learn to operate equipment safely, adhering to OSHA guidelines. Join our team to contribute to safety and productivity in our warehouse.

Qualifications

• Must be certified to operate a forklift and reach truck according to OSHA guidelines.
• Ability to be trained and understand shipping procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic math for inventory tasks.

Responsibilities

• Move finished goods from the dock area to storage locations.
• Transfer inventory for reprocessing or replenishment.
• Ensure safe use of equipment and report issues.

Skills

Operating a pallet mover

Reading shipping documents

Basic math skills

Using handheld scanners

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Job description

Job Details

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Put-away

Responsible for moving finished goods received into Dallas from the dock area to their appropriate storage locations using a pallet mover, forklift, or a reach truck.

Replenishment

Responsible for moving finished goods from their storage locations to the picking area to be used by the order processors to fill customer orders. Responsible for unloading cartons from pallets and filling storage racks with cartons.

Inventory

Responsible for electronically transferring inventory picked for reprocessing or replenishment from its current location into the appropriate location.

Safety and Equipment

Responsible for careful and safe use of all company equipment and property. Responsible for reporting any equipment problems to immediate supervisor, or the maintenance department. Responsible for performing duties in such a way to ensure the safety of oneself and one’s co-workers.

Essential Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand shipping documents and related paperwork.
• Ability to be trained to use a hand held scanner.
• Must be able to operate a pallet mover.
• Must be certified to use both a fork lift and a reach truck according to OSHA guidelines.
• Certification is provided on-site.
• Basic Math Skills

Physical Demands

• Ability to constantly stand, walk, bend, reach.
• Ability to constantly lift and carry cartons weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry cartons weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb on and off fork lift and/or reach truck.