Forklift Operators

Davita Inc.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a Forklift Warehouse Worker in Grand Prairie, TX. The role involves using forklifts for moving materials, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment. A high school diploma and prior forklift experience are required. The position offers competitive pay with possible shift differentials and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Overtime available

Union site

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as Materials Handler with Forklift experience.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Experience with heavy bulk materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Moves freight and materials using forklifts.
• Operates material storage equipment and performs checklist.
• Cleans and maintains equipment for safety.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Use of mechanical tools

English language proficiency

Mobility and dexterity

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Crane

Scales

Job description

Description

ACARA SOLUTIONS is looking for Forklift Warehouse Worker 1 for our client located in Grand Prairie, TX.

Rate: 20.63/hr.

Shifts:

2nd: Mon-Fri 3pm-11pm (+$.70/hr. shift differential)

This is a temp-to-perm position at a Union Site with 4 months conversion, firm. Excellent benefits and OT available! There is not currently a vaccine mandate at this facility.

• Moves freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers, by hand, use of forklifts, crane or pallet jack.
• Basic computer skills and use of basic mechanical/measuring tools.
• Speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language.
• Reach, grasp, lift up to 50 lbs, and push/pull/slide heavy material
• Have the mobility and dexterity to access the warehouse as necessary
• Reads transfer orders or receives instructions to determine work assignments and material needs.
• Examines contents received or ready for shipment and compares them against documents for accuracy.
• Operates material storage equipment, towers, and carousels.
• Packs, seals, and labels, products or materials for shipping.
• Weighs materials or products on scales or other measuring devices.
• Communicates with Purchasing department to rectify problems (e.g. damages, shortages, Non-conformance to specifications) dealing with vendors.
• Performs forklift serviceability checklist
• Performs minor assembly as needed.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and work area to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
• Job involves typically working indoors and outdoors, wearing common safety equipment (e.g. cut resistant gloves and sleeves, safety shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc.)

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year experience as Materials Handler with Forklift experience

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Forklift certified.
• Experience with heavy bulk forklift materials (Pallets of Refrigerators, steel beams, cars, etc)
• Ability to clearly read, speak and write in English for safety purposes
• Stand up forklift experience highly preferred

Additional Information: Offer is contingent upon successful completion of criminal, education, employment verification, drug test and safety testing.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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