Forklift Operator: Shipping & Load Builder

Tower Extrusions, LLC

Wylie (TX)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

401(k)

Vacation pay

Job summary

Tower Extrusions, LLC is seeking a Shipping Loader (Forklift) at our Wylie, TX location. The role involves safely loading outbound trailers, staging material, and collaborating with the shipping team to ensure secure, efficient shipments.

Qualified candidates must be certified to operate a forklift or obtain certification, have at least 1 year of forklift experience, and be able to lift 50 pounds. Overtime, day and night shifts are available, with weekly pay and benefits provided.

Qualifications

Must be certified, or become certified, to operate a forklift through the safety department.
Preferred: 1+ year of verifiable forklift experience in a manufacturing or warehouse facility.
Must be able to lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to work required overtime; day and night shifts available.

Responsibilities

Complete daily forklift inspection checklists and report safety issues immediately
Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on the forklift
Coordinate with the shipping supervisor and shipping clerk on assigned loads
Sort and stage bundles on the shipping floor for loading
Report damaged bundles immediately
Build loads based on bundle weight, bundle dimensions, and dies in bundles
Secure loads with belly straps, corner protectors, and sufficient strapping for transport within the yard
Assist with additional tasks as assigned by the shipping supervisor or manager