Material Handler (1st shift)

Wastequip; Tyler, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental plan options

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Wastequip is seeking a Material Handler (1st shift) in Tyler, TX to move raw materials, parts and finished goods using a forklift. The role supports multiple departments and ensures materials flow to meet production demands.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year forklift experience in a production setting and is forklift certified, with attention to detail and respect for 5S standards. Monday–Friday schedule, 6:00 AM–3:30 PM, with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of forklift experience in a production environment.
• Ability to be forklift certified.
• Attention to detail and careful handling of material.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify and stock incoming raw materials.
• Supply production with materials and parts as required.
• Transfer finished goods to holding and/or loading areas.
• Perform safety inspections and basic maintenance on tools.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear PPE at all times.
• Ensure 5S standards are followed in the workplace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Team cooperation

Tools

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

Job description

## Material Handler (1st shift)Apply: Tyler, TX: Posted Yesterday: R-101440**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:** Monday - Friday (6:00AM-3:30PM)**Hourly Rate:** $16.28**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 operations* Ability 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)