Material Handler-Forklift Operator

Lone Star Bakery, Inc; China Grove (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star Bakery, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator to support production in our Texas facility. You will operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts, move goods, and help maintain inventory accuracy in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled environment.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading shipments, inspecting items, and following FIFO procedures. The role requires forklift certification, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required.
• Able to maintain steady pace in production environment.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and assist with heavier loads using team lifts.
• Knowledge of barcoding systems.
• Able to stand for long periods and work in varied temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts and related warehousing equipment.
• Load/unload, inspect, and move goods within production, freezer, and dock areas.
• Verify items against shipments and purchase orders.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and report equipment issues.
• Follow FIFO and other warehousing procedures.

Skills

Forklift certification

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Barcoding knowledge

Tools

Barcoding scanners

Job description

Lone Star Bakery, Inc. is a fast growing, family-owned business and we are looking for Forklift Operators.

Summary

Performs a variety of warehouse functions in support of Production.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates stand-up and sit down forklifts, pallet jacks, scissor lifts, and other warehousing equipment.
• Loads, unloads, inspects, and transfers goods within the Company’s production area, freezers, coolers, dry storage and docking areas.
• Ability to work in a team environment with the common goal of supporting the Company.
• Verifies items picked for shipping to sales orders and items received to bill of lading, purchase orders, and other documentation.
• Operates all equipment in a safe and professional manner.
• Follows warehousing protocol and procedures (such as FIFO).
• Ability to cycle count products to ensure the accountability is always maintained.
• Maintains a clean work area that is free and clear of foreign objects and materials.
• Notifies supervisor of any warehousing issues or equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to travel in different areas of the temperature-controlled warehouse.

Job Requirements, Education, & Certifications

• Forklift certified.
• Ability to work at a steady and continuous pace to keep up with manufacturing production. Ability to accurately complete required Company documentation using Redzone.
• Ability to safely lift and/or move to 50 pounds independently using safe lifting procedures and heavier loads using team lifts.
• Knowledge of barcoding system.
• Ability to be on feet all day and perform walking, stooping, and bending functions as required.
• Ability to push and pull pallets and other packaging materials.
• Ability to understand and use barcoding scanners and devices.

Environmental Conditions

• Extreme temperature variations
• Wet surfaces
• Noise
• Moving mechanical parts
• Industrial equipment