Material Handler

Wastequip; Tyler (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Dental & Vision plans

Life insurance

Job summary

Wastequip is actively seeking a Forklift Operator (Material Handler) at our Tyler, TX plant. Work hours are 4:00 PM - 1:30 AM with an hourly rate of $16.28 plus a $2 shift differential. You will move raw materials, parts and finished goods across the facility to support multiple departments.

The role requires forklift certification, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and 5S practices while maintaining accurate records and inventory across racks and staging areas.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience in a production environment.
• Forklift certification required.
• Attention to detail and careful handling of materials.
• Ability to organize goods on racks and staging areas.
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify and stock incoming raw materials.
• Supply production with materials and parts as required to meet production demands.
• Transfer finished goods to holding and/or loading areas.
• Perform safety inspections and simple routine maintenance to ensure tools remain safe and fully operational.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear required PPE at all times.
• Ensure that workplace is maintained in compliance with 5S standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Job description

Job Description:

Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Forklift Operator (Material Handler) to support our Tyler, TX manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will utilize a forklift to move raw materials, parts and finished goods throughout the plant and provide support in multiple departments.
Work hours: 4:00PM - 1:30AM
Hourly Rate: $16.28 + $2dlls shift differential

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify and stock incoming raw materials
• Supplying production with materials and parts as required to meet production demands
• Transfer finished goods to holding and/or loading areas
• Perform safety inspections and simple routine maintenance to ensure tools remain safe and fully operational
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear required PPE at all times
• Ensure that workplace is maintained in compliance with 5S standards
  

Qualifications

• 1+ years prior experience operating a forklift in a production environment
• Ability to be forklift certified
• Attention to detail and care
• Ability to maintain all Product/material in order on racks, production floor and staging areas
• Ability to maintain accurate records and perform basic mathematical operationsAbility to follow instructions under limited supervision
  

Company Benefits:

• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
  

About Wastequip

Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.

While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.