Material Handler (Spanish Required)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a reliable Bilingual Material Handler / Forklift Operator for the Arlington, TX area. The role involves moving materials, recording inventory, and operating forklifts to support warehouse operations.

This first shift position requires bilingual English/Spanish, basic data-entry skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions and work safely in a warehouse environment. Prior warehouse experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish required.
• Experience in a warehouse or materials handling environment preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain accuracy in records.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and move materials to and from work and storage areas.
• Safely operate powered forklifts or other material handling equipment as needed.
• Use computers to record and retrieve inventory and material movement information.
• Complete necessary paperwork to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
• Count, weigh, and record units of materials moved or handled, verifying accuracy.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members about progress and issues.
• Discuss additional job details and expectations with the client as required.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Forklift operation

Data entry

Job description

Job Title: Bilingual Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Hourly Rate: $18.00-19.00 per hour

1st Shift Hours

Location: Arlington, TX 76015

Job Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Material Handler to join our team. In this role, you will assist with moving materials, maintaining accurate records, and supporting inventory operations. Operate powered forklifts or other material handling equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read work orders and follow verbal instructions to efficiently move materials to and from work and storage areas.
• Safely operate powered forklifts or other material handling equipment as needed or in the future.
• Use computers to record and retrieve information related to inventory and material movement.
• Complete necessary paperwork to ensure accurate and up-to-date record-keeping.
• Count, weigh, and record the number of units of materials moved or handled, verifying the accuracy of all items.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding work progress and any issues.
• Discuss additional job details and expectations with the client as required.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual: English and Spanish
• Ability to follow instructions carefully and work efficiently.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to learn and operate forklifts or other equipment if needed.
• Prior experience in a warehouse or materials handling environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, and carry materials as needed.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment, sometimes in varying temperatures.