Stand Up Forklift Operator

Prysmian; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Prysmian is a global leader in energy and digital connections, and this role is based at our McKinney, Texas facility. The starting pay is $20/hour, with a schedule of 6PM–6AM and overtime opportunities available.

Located at 910 Elm St, McKinney, TX 75069, the site supports a robust manufacturing environment. The position requires 1 year of stand-up reach forklift experience, strict adherence to OSHA safety policies, and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• 1 year of stand-up reach forklift experience required.
• Ability to move full and empty pallets safely.
• Identify when routine maintenance may be needed.
• Reliable attendance.
• Must be able to pass forklift exam and onsite drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up reach forklift.
• Move or stack products to locations safely.
• Perform routine post and pre inspections on forklift.
• Stack empty pallets and reels.
• Follow OSHA safety policies and procedures.
• Report unsafe activities to supervisor or safety team.
• Maintain consistent attendance.
• Follow supervisor directions and additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attendance

Safety awareness

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high‑performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

Our North American footprint expanded in 2024 with the acquisition of McKinney, Texas‑based Encore Wire operating one of Prysmian’s most advanced single‑campus manufacturing operations.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. 401K Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions, Paid Holidays and Vacation.

Starting Pay: $20/hr

Location: 910 Elm St, Mckinney, Tx, 75069

Schedule: 6PM - 6AM (Day/Night Shifts Available)

Overtime opportunities available. Time and a half!

*MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRIVEN FORKLIFT EXAM*

*MUST BE WILLING TO UNDERGO AN ONSITE DRUG SCREEN*

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Able to operate a stand‑up reach forklift.
• Moves or stacks different products or materials to specified locations in a safe manner.
• Performs routine post and pre inspections to ensure suitable working nature or forklift equipment.
• Stacks empty pallets, reels, etc.
• Complies with safety policies, practices and procedures according to OSHA.
• Reports all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or safety team.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
• Essential functions and responsibilities will also include following supervisor’s directions and the additional requirements of the various jobs assigned.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to perform Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed above.
• Must be able to safely move full and empty pallets with forklift in working area.
• Identify when required routine maintenance may be needed.
• 1 year of Stand‑up Reach Forklift experience required.
• Experience moving large loads.
• Reliable Attendance.

Work Environment & Physical Responsibilities:

• Duties are performed in a loud production setting subject to extreme temperatures. Some duties may be required to be performed outside. Comfortable with repetitive movement, kneeling, crouching and stooping. Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls. Requires lifting up to 50 pounds while bending, twisting and/or standing.