Material Handler & Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Wastequip WRX; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

Vision insurance

HSA

401(k) retirement plan with company 50

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Wastequip WRX in Tyler, TX is hiring a Material Handler (Forklift Operator) for 1st shift to move raw materials, parts and finished goods using a forklift. Responsibilities include stocking materials, supporting production, and ensuring safety and 5S standards.

The role requires prior forklift experience, ability to obtain forklift certification, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Shifts may include 2nd shift as needed.

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.

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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Basic math

Follow instructions

Flexible to shifts

Forklift certification

Job description

Wastequip WRX in Tyler, TX is hiring a Material Handler (Forklift Operator) for 1st shift to move raw materials, parts and finished goods using a forklift. Responsibilities include stocking materials, supporting production, and ensuring safety and 5S standards.

The role requires prior forklift experience, ability to obtain forklift certification, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Shifts may include 2nd shift as needed.