Material Handler & Forklift Operator (Manufacturing)

Westlake Chemical; Belle Brook Estates (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical is seeking a Material Handler to safely move, stage, stock and load finished products and materials within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires forklift operation, attention to detail, and teamwork with production, warehouse, and shipping teams.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience) and 6–12 months of warehouse experience, with forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Six to twelve months of warehouse, shipping, manufacturing, or material‑handling experience preferred.
• Prior forklift experience and training preferred; operator qualification required by company policy.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport moulding and other materials from production and pack lines to staging or stock areas.
• Move finished products from staging and storage areas for shipment.
• Pick, stage, and load products according to pick sheets and shipping instructions.
• Load trucks in the correct sequence and verify product quantities for accuracy.
• Assemble moulding into units and band products for shipment.
• Transport cartons and materials using forklifts and carts.
• Complete required pre‑use inspections of forklifts and report issues promptly.
• Unload materials and place them in designated inventory locations.
• Maintain product quality and clean, safe work areas.
• Meet safety, quality, productivity, and accuracy standards.
• Maintain regular attendance per company policy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Basic math

Read instructions

Basic computer skills

Manufacturing environment

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Equivalent combination of education and work experience

Tools

Forklift training

Powered industrial truck experience

Job description

Westlake Chemical is seeking a Material Handler to safely move, stage, stock and load finished products and materials within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires forklift operation, attention to detail, and teamwork with production, warehouse, and shipping teams.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience) and 6–12 months of warehouse experience, with forklift experience preferred.