Material Handler/Forklift Operator (2nd shift)

Wastequip; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management solutions is seeking a production team member in Tyler, Texas. The role involves receiving and stocking materials, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have forklift experience and a keen attention to detail, contributing to a safe and organized work environment.

Benefits

Multiple health insurance options

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid leave including vacation and sick leave

Education assistance

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior experience operating a forklift in a production environment.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and perform basic mathematical operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and stock incoming raw materials.
• Supply production with materials and parts as required.
• Perform safety inspections and routine maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and stock incoming raw materials.
• Supply production with materials and parts as required to meet production demands.
• Transfer finished goods to holding and/or loading areas.
• Perform safety inspections and routine maintenance to ensure tools remain safe and operational.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear required PPE at all times.
• Ensure the workplace is maintained in compliance with 5S standards.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior experience operating a forklift in a production environment.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Attention to detail and care.
• Ability to maintain all products/materials in order on racks, the production floor, and staging areas.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and perform basic mathematical operations.
• Ability to follow instructions with limited supervision.

Company Benefits:

• Multiple health insurance options including HSA and buy-up plans.
• Prescription, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid life, accident, disability, and travel insurance.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Paid leave including vacation, sick, grandparent, bonding, and adoption leaves.
• Education assistance and voluntary insurance options.

About Wastequip

Wastequip, founded in 1989, started with containers and compactors and has evolved into an all-in-one waste industry solutions provider. We lead in manufacturing waste handling equipment and are committed to sustainability and operational excellence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are informed of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.