Logistics Spotter

PDS Tech Commercial; Sealy (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

OT opportunities

Career growth

Safety-first culture

Hands-on environment

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401

Recruiter support

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a safety-focused Spotter to direct vehicles and equipment across a manufacturing site in a fast-paced setting.

Role emphasizes hazard awareness, effective communication with drivers, and teamwork. Lift requirements and long shifts are part of the job, with overtime possible and comprehensive benefits offered by the employer.

Qualifications

• Experience spotting, yard operations or related industrial environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety procedures and compliance.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to stay alert and maintain situational awareness in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and 75 lbs occasionally with assistance.
• Comfort with 8–12 hour shifts in indoor/outdoor environments without climate control.

Responsibilities

• Safely direct vehicles, trailers, and equipment throughout the facility and yard.
• Monitor activities to identify hazards and ensure safety compliance.
• Assist with movement and coordination of trailers and equipment.
• Support daily workflows and resolve logistical challenges.
• Communicate with drivers, operators, and team members to maintain efficiency.
• Mentor junior spotters and provide guidance.
• Work independently on routine tasks while escalating critical decisions as needed.
• Demonstrate leadership, safety, and sound judgment in a dynamic environment.
• Promote safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Spotter experience

OSHA safety

Communication skills

Situational awareness

Independent work

Teamwork

Physical strength

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Keep Operations Moving – Join Our Team as a Spotter!

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the manufacturing industry to find a safety-focused, dependable, and motivated Spotter. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy coordinating equipment movement, and take pride in maintaining a safe workplace, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career.

About the Role

As a Spotter, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, trailers, and equipment throughout the manufacturing facility. Your attention to detail, communication skills, and commitment to safety will help keep operations running smoothly while supporting productivity across the site.

• Schedule : Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (required OT on Saturdays)

• Employment Type: Full-Time | Long-Term role with Direct-Hire Potential

What You'll Do

• Safely direct vehicles, trailers, and equipment throughout the facility and yard.

• Monitor site activities to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with all safety regulations.

• Assist with the movement, positioning, and coordination of trailers and equipment.

• Support daily operational workflows and help resolve logistical challenges.

• Communicate effectively with drivers, operators, and team members to maintain efficient operations.

• Mentor and provide guidance to junior or less experienced spotters.

• Work independently on routine assignments while escalating critical decisions when needed.

• Demonstrate leadership, strong situational awareness, and sound judgment in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in spotting, yard operations, manufacturing, logistics, or a similar industrial environment preferred.

• Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and OSHA-compliant practices.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to remain alert and maintain situational awareness in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally with assistance.

• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, twisting, and climbing during 8-12 hour shifts (indoor and outdoor, no climate control).

• Willingness to work around loud machinery, moving equipment, temperature changes, and industrial environments.

• Commitment to wearing all required PPE, including steel-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and a hard hat.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating in manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or transportation environments.

• Forklift and/or yard truck certification.

• Experience mentoring or training team members.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to make informed operational decisions.

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with industry-leading companies where they can build lasting careers. We believe our employees are the driving force behind every successful operation.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay

• Weekly pay

• Opportunities for overtime

• Career growth with an industry-leading manufacturing partner

• A strong safety-first culture

• Hands-on work in a collaborative team environment

• Access to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan options for eligible employees

• Ongoing support from dedicated recruiting professionals throughout your assignment

Pay Details: $16.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.