Material Handling Operators 12hr

Verst Logistics; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Verst Logistics seeks a Material Handling Operator to load/unload trucks and move materials within the warehouse. You will operate electric or propane equipment, position products on forks, and maintain accurate records.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, following detailed instructions, and complying with safety rules in a temperature-controlled warehouse environment. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must acquire forklift certification on hire; 1–3 years forklift experience preferred.
• Basic reading and math skills required.
• Must follow instructions thoroughly and accurately.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs safely.
• Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods.
• Follow specific instructions regarding movement of goods.
• Complete daily task paperwork accurately.
• Complete daily preventive maintenance checks on equipment.
• Verify product counts against shipping/receiving documents and check for damage.
• Use RF gun or forms to update quantities and locations for shipped/received items.
• Comply with safety regulations governing equipment operation.
• Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Follow trailer locking and releasing procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hand-eye coordination

Reading skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Department:

Job Details

Description

Job Title: Material Handling Operator

Department:

Grade: 2 Warehouse

Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor/Ops Manager

Working Conditions:

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Must be comfortable with changing temperatures within a warehouse environment.

Direct Reports: N/A

Position Summary

Operate electric or propane powered material handling equipment to load and unload trucks or railcars and move raw materials and finished goods to a designated area within the warehouse.

Duties And Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods, exercising care to position product on forks to avoid product damage.


• Follow specific instructions given by internal personnel regarding the movement of goods.


• Complete daily task paperwork, accurately and entirely


• Complete daily preventive maintenance check form on all equipment driven.


• Verify accuracy of product count and product information against shipping and receiving documents and checks product for damage.


• Use RF gun or complete proper forms as required to maintain and update product quantities and locations for items shipped, received or moved.


• Comply with safety regulations governing the operation of the equipment


• Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor


• Follow facility specific procedures regarding locking and releasing of trailers.

Marginal Functions

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.


• Provide backup support to production Machine Operators when needed.


• Perform cycle counts or verification of inventory quantities and locations


• Train new employees on standard operating procedures.

Job Specifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.


• Must acquire forklift certification upon hire; prefer 1-3 years prior experience operating a forklift in a high-volume environment.


• Basic reading and math skills.


• Must be able to follow specific instructions thoroughly and accurately.


• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. safely as required.


• Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills


• Able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed due to customer requirements.