Material Handler I: Forklift Operator

Hayes Company LLC; Forney (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K with company match

PTO and Holiday eligibility

Weekly Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Hayes Company/Knight Swift Warehousing and Fulfillment in Forney, TX is seeking a Material Handler I to move, store, and distribute materials within the warehouse and support production and logistics operations. This entry-level role involves loading, unloading, and ensuring inventory accuracy while maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities include handling shipments, using RF scanners, and coordinating with teams to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years forklift experience (sit-down and stand-up).
• Experience with scanning systems (WMS, ERP).

Responsibilities

• Receives, distributes, and stores products in designated locations.
• Prepares and maintains records of materials received and shipped.
• Reviews shipments for quality and accuracy; verifies documents.
• Expedites shipments that affect the schedule.
• Loads/unloads materials using forklifts or hand trucks.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment and adheres to safety rules.
• Packs customer orders using RF scanners and restocks as needed.
• Retrieves products from overstock areas for picking.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Math skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

WMS

ERP

Job description

Hayes Company/Knight Swift Warehousing and Fulfillment in Forney, TX is seeking a Material Handler I to move, store, and distribute materials within the warehouse and support production and logistics operations. This entry-level role involves loading, unloading, and ensuring inventory accuracy while maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities include handling shipments, using RF scanners, and coordinating with teams to meet schedules.