Forklift Operator - Shipping

Bayou Processing & Storage, LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Houston is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to manage material movement in a safe and efficient manner. Responsibilities include equipment inspections, verifying material weight, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a minimum of 2 years of experience. In addition, the company provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Major Medical plans

Dental and Vision coverage

401k plan

Generous holiday schedule

PTO policy

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of crane capacities and rigging.
• Ability to calculate weights of material.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily inspection and reports equipment deficiencies.
• Moves material safely and assists with stock checks.
• Ensures safety and follows all company procedures.

Skills

Safe work practices

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Bayou Processing & Storage, Houston, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:00 AM

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for our sister company, Bayou Processing & Storage, in east Houston. Forklift Operator moves material and product as directed.

Responsibilities:

• Performs daily inspection
• Reports all deficiencies, unusual noises, or difficulties in operation of the equipment
• Identifies material to be placed into production, verifying correct tag and coil number
• Determines weight of material and utilizes forklift with the appropriate capacity
• Properly secures material on the forklift before moving
• Ensures a safe workplace by maintaining awareness of co-workers in the area
• Advises all co-workers in the area before movement of material on overhead crane
• Follows all company policy procedures, watches for potential risks in the area and notifies management of deficiencies identified
• Attends all training and safety meetings as directed
• Assists with stock checks and physical counts
• Performs other tasks as directed

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of related experience
• Familiar with safe work practices and procedures
• Knowledge of crane capacities, accessory equipment, and rigging
• Ability to move large-sized thin-gauge sheet coils in a safe manner
• Ability to calculate the weights of material
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse the distribution warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse and on the loading dock.

Bayou Processing & Storage provides rich benefits to its full-time employees and their families, including, but not limited to, multiple Major Medical plans, Dental, Vision, Vol Life, Short Term Disability, and a Flex Spending Account. We also provide a Basic Life policy and Long-Term Disability at no cost to you. The benefits don’t stop there, with the added value of a generous holiday schedule, a PTO policy, and a 401k plan.

Bayou Processing & Storage, Houston, Texas, United States of America