Material Handler (7AM-4PM)

RightStone; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

RightStone in Shreveport, LA seeks a reliable Material Handler / Forklift Operator to support shipping/receiving and warehouse organization on a 6-month contract, with potential for temp-to-perm. Position requires operating powered industrial trucks and maintaining safety standards.

Typical schedule Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM with overtime likely. Applicants should have a strong work ethic, attendance, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical warehouse tasks.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and package products for shipping, including labeling.
• Stage products for loading and load onto trucks.
• Unload materials and transport them to storage.
• Move waste materials to dumpsters.
• Perform quality control to prevent damaged shipments.
• Operate PIT equipment including stand-up forklift, reach truck, order picker, and sit-down forklift.
• Complete daily PIT logs and documentation.
• Follow SOPs and OSHA safety standards.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliability

Safety-conscious

PIT operation

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Reach truck

Order picker

Sit-down propane forklift

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Material Handler / Forklift Operator to join our team in Shreveport, LA 71107. This position offers $17.00 per hour for a 6-month contract, with the potential for a temp-to-perm opportunity depending on business needs. The ideal candidate will assist with shipping and receiving, product staging, loading and unloading trucks, and warehouse organization while operating various types of powered industrial trucks (PIT). Candidates should have a strong work ethic, reliable attendance, and a commitment to following safety procedures.

ScheduleMonday Friday | 7: 00AM 4: 00AM;OT likely

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and package products for shipping, including shrink-wrapping, boxing, and labeling.
• Stage products for loading and load products onto trucks.
• Unload materials from trucks and transport them into the warehouse for storage.
• Move waste materials to designated dumpsters.
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure damaged products are not shipped or accepted.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT), including:
• Stand-up forklift
• Reach truck
• Order picker
• Sit-down propane forklift
• Complete daily PIT logs and all required documentation.
• Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs), OSHA safety standards, and company policies.
• Clean and maintain warehouse work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to perform physical warehouse tasks.
• Safety-conscious with the ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
• Forklift operating experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Dress Code & Safety Requirements

• Required PPE: Steel-toe shoes.
• Clothing Requirements: Shorts or pants must have belt loops.
• Must follow all applicable warehouse safety procedures and OSHA standards.

RightStone is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. RightStone is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors, coworkers, independent contractors and other third parties.