OCTG Forklift Operator: Pipe Yard & Load/Unload

Borusan Pipe USA; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Borusan Pipe USA is seeking a Forklift Operator to move pipe material through production lines in accordance with plant policies and procedures. The role emphasizes safe, compliant operation during shifts.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, material handling, and supporting Yard and Production teams to ensure timely transfers and accurate counts, while adhering to PPE and safety rules.

Qualifications

• 1.1.A High School diploma or equivalent with at least one year of proven Forklift Operation experience in an OCTG field.
• 1.2.Basic English reading, writing, and arithmetic and computer skills required.
• 1.3.Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and hand held technical devices.
• 1.4.Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery.
• 1.5.Must be able to work with a flexible or rotating schedule which may require over-time and weekends when needed.
• 1.6.Employee must be able to respond to call outs when required.
• 1.7.Operator shall demonstrate ability and skills to operate and keep up with All and any Production Lines: Pipe Mill, Heat Treat, Hydro / Inspection and Threadlines.
• 1.8.Operator shall demonstrate ability and skills to safely load and unload Trucks.
• 1.9.Operator shall demonstrate ability and skills to safely operate Pettibone to load Gondolas and/or other heavy equipment to load Bulkhead flatcars for Rail Operations.

Responsibilities

• 2.1.Maintain transfer and production operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• 2.2.Instruct yard helper of the transfer and housekeeping operation.
• 2.3.Verifies all loading and unloading of material for assurance.
• 2.4.Assists Inventory Control for verification of counts and material.
• 2.5.Routes trucks to loading and unloading destinations within the yard.
• 2.6.The employee is responsible for the racking of material per BMP policies and procedures.
• 2.7.Communicating to Yard Lead-Man/Supervisor any problems with material, racks, or trucks.
• 2.8.Assisting at processing inbound and outbound racks when needed.
• 2.9.Communicate to Yard Management any problems with equipment.
• 2.10.Employee must follow all PPE policies and safety rules.
• 3.1.Employee must report to Yard Lead-man for production or Yard Supervisor for special projects on daily tasks.
• 3.2.Assist Yard Lead-Man with loading, unloading and verification of material.
• 3.3.Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area and keep it free and clear of debris.
• 3.4.Lift and transfer material in a safe manner as per safety regulations and instructions.
• 3.5.Document, verify and record transfers on MES.
• 3.6.Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Dexterity

Manufacturing knowledge

Flexible schedule

Call-out readiness

Operate multiple lines

Truck loading/unloading

Pettibone operation

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Borusan Pipe USA is seeking a Forklift Operator to move pipe material through production lines in accordance with plant policies and procedures. The role emphasizes safe, compliant operation during shifts.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, material handling, and supporting Yard and Production teams to ensure timely transfers and accurate counts, while adhering to PPE and safety rules.