Material Handler/forklift operator

SOSA BPO; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SOSA BPO in Houston, TX is seeking a reliable Material Handler (Forklift Operator) to join our logistics team. You will move materials, operate forklifts, and ensure accuracy and safety across shipping, receiving, palletizing, staging, and inventory control.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, following work orders, using RF scanners and ERP systems to record transfers, performing daily forklift checks, and keeping the work area clean.

Formación

• Minimum of 1 year in a warehouse or related logistics environment.

Responsabilidades

• Load, unload, and transport materials within the plant, yard, or worksite using forklifts, electric dollies, hand trucks, and carts.
• Interpret work orders and oral instructions to determine material needs and ensure timely delivery to designated areas.
• Utilize scanners and ERP systems to record material transfers between locations or to the assembly line.
• Count, weigh, and record units moved; attach identifying tags or labels to cases, bales, or containers for accurate tracking.
• Responsible for the daily inspection and care of forklifts, laptops/scanners, and other material handling tools.
• Maintain a clean work environment and use hand tools as needed to process shipments.

Conocimientos

Forklift operation

RF scanners

ERP systems

Inventory management

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Herramientas

Stand-up forklift

Sit-down forklift

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Material Handler (Forklift Operator)Location: Houston, TX (77043)

Compensation: $19.00/hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday (Weekend and Overtime availability required)

5:00 AM

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Material Handler to join our logistics team. The ideal candidate must be well-versed in comprehensive warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, palletizing, staging, and inventory management. Success in this role requires the ability to operate both stand-up and sit-down forklifts efficiently while maintaining a high standard of safety and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

Material Movement: Load, unload, and transport materials within the plant, yard, or worksite using forklifts, electric dollies, hand trucks, and carts.

Logistics Coordination: Interpret work orders and oral instructions to determine material needs and ensure timely delivery to designated areas.

Data Management: Utilize scanners and ERP systems to record material transfers between locations or to the assembly line.

Inventory Control: Count, weigh, and record units moved; attach identifying tags or labels to cases, bales, or containers for accurate tracking.

Equipment Care: Responsible for the daily inspection and care of forklifts, laptops/scanners, and other material handling tbools.

Facility Support: Maintain a clean work environment and use hand tools (steel cutters, crowbars, hammers) as needed to process shipments.

Requirements Experience:

Minimum of 1 year in a warehouse or related logistics environment.

Equipment Expertise: Proven ability to operate both stand-up and sit-down forklifts.

Technical Proficiency: Ability to use RF scanners or ERP software to track inventory.

Adaptability: Capacity to follow complex instructions and adapt quickly to changing production demands.

Physical Stamina: Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting, stooping, and carrying materials throughout the shift.