Warehouse Specialist Fork Truck

Manpower, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is recruiting on behalf of its client, Manufacturing and Logistics, for a Warehouse Specialist Fork Truck in Houston, TX. The role supports Shipping and Receiving with a focus on safety, accurate order processing, and quick adaptation to new systems, including Oracle/JDE.

You will operate a forklift and related equipment, pick and stage orders, verify quantities, and coordinate with freight companies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to learn and obtain certifications to operate material moving equipment.
• Basic math and reading comprehension to verify markings and orders.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn Oracle/JDE within one month.

Responsibilities

• Operate a fork truck and/or Wave machine to load and unload materials onto racks.
• Operate banding equipment and various power tools as needed.
• Load or unload products and handle materials safely and efficiently.
• Transfer materials to flats for transportation and coordinate delivery with freight companies.
• Use Oracle/JDE to complete tasks, including reading order requirements and preparing shipment documentation.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Order processing

Team communication

Learning agility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle/JDE

Banding equipment

Power tools

Job description

Our client, Manufacturing and Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Specialist Fork Truck to join their team. As a Warehouse Specialist Fork Truck, you will be part of the Warehouse Operations supporting Shipping and Receiving. The ideal candidate will have strong safety awareness, accurate order processing skills, and the ability to learn new systems quickly, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Warehouse Specialist Fork Truck

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Range: $1

Shift: 7am-330pm

What's the Job?

• Operate a fork truck and/or Wave machine to load and unload materials onto racks.
• Operate manual and automatic banding equipment and various power tools as needed.
• Load or unload products and handle raw and finished materials safely and efficiently.
• Transfer materials to flats for transportation throughout the facility and coordinate delivery of customer goods with freight companies.
• Use Oracle/JDE to complete tasks, including reading order requirements, pulling correct parts, verifying quantities, auditing transactions, and preparing freight bills and export/domestic shipment documentation.

What's Needed?

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to learn and obtain certifications as required to operate material moving equipment, power hand tools, and overhead hoists.
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills to verify markings, certifications, and order requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to learn company software (including Oracle/JDE) within one month of employment and use computers and general office equipment.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a hands‑on warehouse role where accuracy and safety directly impact customer deliveries.
• Build confidence by mastering equipment operation, order picking, and documentation processes.
• Develop real‑world experience using Oracle/JDE and supporting domestic and export shipping workflows.
• Join a team environment where cross‑functional assignments are part of the work.
• Grow your skills with opportunities to learn required certifications and follow established safety and quality guidelines.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.