Forklift Operator/ Lockhart Gonzales TX

Adecco US, Inc.; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave options

Job summary

Adecco US, Inc. is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to safely receive, store, move, and ship food products in a cold-storage warehouse near Lockhart, TX. The role requires operating reach trucks, pallets jacks, and other warehouse equipment while maintaining accurate inventory records.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM. Candidates should have at least 1 year of forklift experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on reach truck forklift experience required.
• Minimum 1 year of warehouse or related experience.
• Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability to safely load, unload, move, stage, and store products.
• Forklift certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Cold storage experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate reach truck and other warehouse equipment.
• Move products and materials throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload trucks safely and accurately.
• Stage pallets and orders for shipment.
• Store materials in designated warehouse locations.
• Complete equipment inspections before each shift.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and activity logs.
• Report product damage, quality concerns, and inventory discrepancies.
• Follow all warehouse and equipment safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Reach truck experience

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Loading/unloading

Safety-conscious

Certification willingness

Cold storage familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Forklift Operator

Adecco is hiring experienced Forklift Operators!

Location: Outside Lockhart, TX

Schedule Options:

Monday-Friday | 10:00 PM-6:00 AM

The Role

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and accurate receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of food products in a warehouse environment. This position operates material-handling equipment and supports loading, unloading, staging, inventory, and warehouse operations.

Required Experience

Minimum 1 year of hands-on reach truck forklift experience required

Minimum 1 year of warehouse or related experience

Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks

Ability to safely load, unload, move, stage, and store products

Forklift certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification upon hire

Cold storage experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Safely operate reach truck and other warehouse equipment

Move products and materials throughout the warehouse

Load and unload trucks safely and accurately

Stage pallets and orders for shipment

Store materials in designated warehouse locations

Complete equipment inspections before each shift

Maintain accurate inventory records and activity logs

Report product damage, quality concerns, and inventory discrepancies

Follow all warehouse and equipment safety procedures

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be at least 18 years old

Valid U.S. driver's license required

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Strong attention to detail

Dependable attendance and punctuality

Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team

Ability to pass a background check

Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or evenings when required

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Cold-storage warehouse environment

May work in temperatures around 34°F for extended periods, with exposure to refrigerated and below-zero areas

Must be comfortable working around forklifts, order pickers, and other moving warehouse equipment

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods

Regularly lift up to 15 pounds

Ability to safely operate warehouse machinery and equipment

Must maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Important: Applicants must have at least 1 year of actual reach truck forklift operating experience.

Adecco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Pay Details: $19.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.