Forklift Operator: Safe, Efficient Material Handling

Titan America; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Titan America in Ellenton, FL is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator for our new plant. The role supports loading and moving block materials, maintaining a clean, safe work area, and assisting in plant operations under supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a forklift certification, have basic math and measurement skills, and be able to read English safety procedures. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate fork trucks and receive a certification on the same.
• Basic computer skills to operate machine control panels with electronic switches.
• Read, write and speak English as required by safety standards and job expectations.
• Basic math skills for measuring product specifications and quantities.
• Ability to work with others and independently when required.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety rules and procedures.
• Operate fork truck inside or outside plant, placing racks and assisting others in plant operations.
• Maintain work area in a clean and hazard-free condition per housekeeping standards.
• Assist with all duties and responsibilities of utility person.
• Set and remove product racks from conveyors without damaging product or racks.
• Load pallet injectors with wood or concrete block without damaging equipment or product.
• Understand the basic operating cycle of block machine and related equipment per OEM manuals.
• Report abnormal product or equipment issues to supervisor immediately.
• Clean mixer, hoppers and production equipment; perform routine forklift checks.
• Ensure material feed hoppers are checked for buildup every 2 hours.

Skills

Forklift operation

Certification

Basic math

English reading/writing

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Machine controls

Job description

Titan America in Ellenton, FL is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator for our new plant. The role supports loading and moving block materials, maintaining a clean, safe work area, and assisting in plant operations under supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a forklift certification, have basic math and measurement skills, and be able to read English safety procedures. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on safety and teamwork.