Forklift/Tug Operator - Material Handler

Yates Services; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits after 60 days

Weekly pay

Job summary

Yates Services is seeking a Material Handler for a fast-paced warehouse supporting just-in-time delivery for an automotive facility. Forklift experience preferred; cross-training on a tugger is possible. The ideal candidate communicates well, follows directions, and works with minimal supervision.

Basic computer skills are helpful and overtime may be required. Responsibilities include loading/unloading with equipment, moving products to appropriate areas, stacking and storing materials, labeling

Qualifications

• One year or more forklift experience preferred.
• Excellent communicator able to follow directions efficiently and provide feedback in a timely manner.
• Basic computer skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move product to warehouse/production areas with proper equipment.
• Stack and store material in designated areas.
• Check freight for accuracy and damage.
• Label, sort, wrap, pack and repack as needed.
• Meet production standards and maintain a clean work area.
• Perform duties outside of normal responsibilities when required.
• Pay close attention to detail and meet deadlines.
• Comply with OSHA standards and report safety issues.

Skills

Forklift experience

Communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Work under supervision

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Material Handler position in a fast‑paced warehouse operation supporting just‑in‑time delivery for an automotive manufacturing facility. One year or more forklift experience preferred with additional experience operating various types of other material handling equipment is a plus. Must be willing to be cross‑trained on a tugger. Prefer a self‑starter who is hardworking, highly motivated and able to work under little supervision. Prefer an excellent communicator who is able to follow directions efficiently and provide feedback in a timely manner. You must have some basic computer skills. We are a highly customer‑focused organization, and overtime is required to meet business needs as a result. Potential for multiple locations and shifts available.

Job Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
• Move product to warehouse and/or production line areas with proper equipment.
• Efficiently stack and store material in designated area.
• Check or count freight for accuracy and/or damage.
• Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing and repacking.
• Able to meet production standards.
• Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work environment.
• Perform duties outside of normal responsibilities, as needed.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and meet deadlines.
• Comply with OSHA standards and report all safety malfunctions on equipment and any unsafe conditions.
• Have some basic computer skills.

Additional Requirements

• One year or more forklift experience preferred.
• Available to work any shift to potentially include weekends.
• Speak, read and write fluent English preferred.
• Have a verifiable stable work history.
• Successfully complete chemical screen and thorough background check to include employment history and criminal history.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Hard‑working with the ability to stay focused and pay attention to detail.
• Safety conscious and able to work well with others.

Full benefits available the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Paid weekly. Progressive wage increases every 6 months until a top‑out rate is reached.

Requirements

MUST have two valid forms of ID; one required to be a photo ID. Only apply if you have NOT interviewed within the past 6 months. EOE.