Forklift Operator - Distribution (Day Shift)

Igloo Products Corp. • Katy, TX

278d

About The Position

Igloo Products Corp is an iconic and fast-growing American brand known for exceptional and durable performance for everyday cooler needs. After more than 75 years of as the leader as a housewares brand, Igloo has pivoted to a high growth lifestyle brand for outside activities associated with fun, family and friends. Founded in as a metalworking shop bringing fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field to inventing the Playmate to becoming America's most recognizable brand of ice chests, the Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today, Igloo has 90% + brand awareness and is #1 in market share in the US, is a pioneer in sustainability for our category with the launch of biodegradable coolers and coolers made with from post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials and has a growing DTC business allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands and now there is the opportunity to Globally grow both brands together. We are on a journey of continuous growth - now looking for our next star - a passionate Forklift Operator.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience: Minimum six (6) months previous stand-up and sit-down forklift experience.
• English language skills: Able to read, write, speak and comprehend English.
• Math skills: Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Physical Demands: Able to lift up to 80 lbs. Good hand/eye coordination. Able to stack four pallets high.
• Work environment: Warehouse is hot and humid in summer months, cold in winter months. Slip resistant shoes are required.
• Ability to read labels and numbers.
• Able to read material list as it relates to their job duties.

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse experience
• Familiar with Manufacturing and Warehousing practices.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Positions forklift over or around loaded pallets, boxes, products, or materials and transports load(s) to designated area.
• Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.
• May inventory materials on work floor and supply workers with materials as needed.
• Weighs materials or products and record weight on tags, labels, or production schedules.
• Completes the Forklift Inspection Book/Log at the beginning of shift.
• May shrink wrap up to 60 pallets per shift.
• Reports to supervisor regarding any damage to racks, faulty equipment, or any other safety hazards.
• Keeps working area organized and clean.
• Uses a scanner gun to inventory transactions.
• Organizes and secures stored materials and parts at designated area.
• Remains current on forklift training and certification as required by supervisor, manager, and/or Igloo Safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short term & Long-term disability
• Accidental death insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED