Shipping Forklift Operator - Days

Ravago; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravago Americas in Baytown, TX is seeking a warehouse associate to operate forklifts and handling equipment, stage and prepare inbound/outbound goods, and perform routine data entry using handheld scanners. This role emphasizes accurate paperwork, safety, and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of forklift/warehouse experience, solid math and reading skills, and a dependable work ethic.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years forklift and warehouse experience.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Able to follow instructions given for daily tasks.
• Good math, language, and reading skills.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load product correctly using appropriate handling and safety techniques.
• Segregate, label, check, and stage inbound or outbound product correctly.
• Sign/Date and completely fill out all required paperwork for each load.
• Enter required data in handheld devices.
• Maintain good housekeeping and follow safety policies.
• Follow work instructions and safety policies.
• Assist in physical/cycle counts as needed.
• Execute assignments accurately, timely, and safely.
• Identify damages or shortages and report quality deficiencies.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other powered industrial equipment. Use handheld scanners for picking, receiving, put-a-way, and load functions as required. Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Unload and load product correctly using the appropriate handling and safety techniques.
• Segregate, label, check and stage inbound or outbound product correctly.
• Sign/Date, and completely fill out all required paperwork for each load.
• Enter any required data point in handheld device(s)
• Good housekeeping and organizational skills and follow safety policies.
• Must be able to follow work instructions and safety policies.
• May be asked to assist in physical/cycle counts.
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely, and safe manner
• Identify damages, and report overages/shortages or quality deficiencies
• Perform any additional tasks given by Supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATONS / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years forklift and warehouse experience.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Able to follow instructions given for daily tasks.
• Considerate and respectful to coworkers.
• Good math, language, and reading skills
• Basic computer skills may be required

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma/GED

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly sitting on a powered industrial truck.
• Frequently lift up to 55 lbs. and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot and stand for long periods of time.
• Climb on and off equipment repeatedly
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season

LOCATION:

Ravago Americas, Baytown, TX