Forklift Driver

SICAR FARMS LTD CO•McAllen, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Driver supports shipping and receiving, inventory, production materials handling, and general warehouse operations. The role involves operating a forklift safely to move products, materials, and finished goods between docks, storage, staging, and production areas; maintaining accurate handling and documentation; and keeping work areas clean and organized.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid forklift certification or proven forklift experience.
1–2 years of forklift experience in warehouse, shipping, or manufacturing environments.
High attention to detail and a strong sense of urgency.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
Knowledge of warehouse safety rules and forklift operation procedures.
Basic understanding of shipping, inventory, and production workflows.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Inspect forklift equipment daily to ensure it is in safe working condition.
Coordinate with Shipping and Receiving Clerks to identify scheduled shipments and assigned dock doors.
Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments accurately and efficiently.
Verify labels, product codes, and pallet conditions before shipping or after receiving.
Report discrepancies, damage, or labeling issues to supervisors immediately.
Complete required documentation, including breakdown sheets, pick tickets, or shipping logs.
Secure and close truck and dock doors after tasks are completed.
Maintain proper spacing and load distribution in trailers based on driver or shipping requirements.
Move products between storage, staging, and production areas based on inventory needs.
Assist with physical inventory counts and cycle counts as requested.
Maintain accuracy in product handling and location transfers to ensure inventory integrity.
Support the Inventory team in organizing and optimizing warehouse space.
Supply raw materials or packaging to production lines as needed.
Remove finished goods or waste from production areas and transport them to appropriate locations.
Assist with pallet removal, cleaning, and organization around production lines.
Communicate with Production and Materials Coordinators regarding material flow or shortages.
Support other areas during downtime or when tasks are not assigned.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in all areas.
Properly dispose of broken pallets, damaged containers (RPCs), or excess packaging material.
Comply with safety procedures, including use of PPE and safe forklift operation standards.