Forklift Materials Handler

PROTRANS INTERNATIONAL•Laredo, TX

23h

About The Position

The Forklift Material Handler loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near a center, cross dock, trailers, yard, or work site. The role involves handling incoming and outgoing shipments, inspecting items, preparing materials for transport, completing shipping and receiving documentation, and operating forklifts and other equipment. The employee is expected to follow safety procedures, maintain an orderly work environment, and contribute ideas for continual improvement. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, six months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The employee must be able to read and write in English, use scanning equipment, and pass the Protrans Forklift Performance Test. The job involves frequent lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds and regular exposure to extreme outdoor weather conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and write in English.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide with tens and hundreds, including using American units of money, weight, volume, and distance.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and handle problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to use scanning equipment.
Must pass the Protrans Forklift Performance Test.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including regularly using hands and reaching; frequently standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching; and frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use both feet and legs while operating a forklift, as well as both hands and arms.
Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Must be able to hear forklifts, nearby individuals, and common environmental sounds at all times to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish ability is desired in some centers.

Responsibilities

Read work orders or follow oral instructions to determine which materials or containers to move.
Receive and visually inspect items for identity, quantity, condition, and obvious damage; segregate items requiring special handling.
Open containers as directed by work instructions or a supervisor.
Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand or with a forklift or other handling equipment.
Load materials into carrier vehicles and install loading tools to prevent shifting or damage during transit.
Complete receiving and shipping documents accurately and completely according to ProTrans specifications.
Use a mobile scanner to complete receiving and shipping activities.
Mark and label shipments properly, including special handling instructions.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Conduct daily safety and equipment checks.
Operate machinery such as banding, taping, and sealing equipment.
Follow safety procedures and actively work to improve the individual and center safety record.
Provide ideas or feedback for continual improvement initiatives to enhance the position, team, and company.