Forklift Operator - Side Loader

Texas Pipe And Supply Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Pipe And Supply Company in Houston, TX is seeking an Experienced Warehouse Associate to handle receiving, packing, shipping, and stock organization in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The role requires 3–5 years in warehouse shipping/receiving, forklift qualifications, and a commitment to safety, with a 40-hour work week. Candidates must pass a background check and drug test; hourly pay is $18–$20 with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of warehouse shipping/receiving experience.
• 3+ years forklift experience.
• Forklift certification required.
• Experience handling pipe (carbon and stainless) a plus.
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Minimum 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist shipping and receiving, unloading trucks and checking in merchandise.
• Sort and place material on racks or shelves per standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment; organize work area.
• Wear required safety equipment at all times.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Team player

Quality awareness

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: Experienced
Job Location: Houston, TX 77051
Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

Perform an array of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist shipping and receiving unloading trucks and checking in merchandise
• Sort and place material or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to organizational standards
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; sweep, dust and mop. Organize warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times
• Wear the proper safety equipment at all times
• Any other duties as requested by respective supervisor and/or manager

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
• Regularly lift and/or move objects 10-50 lbs. Occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs. (with the proper lifting equipment)
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 - 5 years of warehouse related experience in shipping and receiving
• 3+ years of forklift experience
• Forklift Certification required
• Experience handling pipe (both carbon and stainless steel) a plus
• Excellent work ethic: ability to work self-directed and as a flexible team player
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed
• Qualified applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• A minimum of 40 hours per week