Forklift Operator I - Night

Niagara Water•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I safely and efficiently operates a motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, move pallets of finished product from production lines, and place finished product in the warehouse as directed by the onboard WMS system. The role supports production by locating, verifying, transporting, and tracking supplies and materials, while maintaining inventory in the production area. It also involves keeping production areas clear, documenting movements, maintaining forklift readiness, and following workplace safety standards and legal requirements. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without prior notice.

Requirements

Proven ability to safely operate a sit-down motorized forklift.
Ability to navigate within a WMS system.
Required forklift certification.
Minimum professional proficiency in a foreign language.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
Two years of experience working in the position.
Two years of experience managing people or projects; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Associate's degree.
Full professional proficiency in a foreign language.

Responsibilities

Operate a motorized forklift using its levers and pedals to drive and control the lifting apparatus.
Unload and stack materials by raising and lowering the forklift's lifting device.
Plan supply and material needs by reviewing production schedules and arranging deliveries to production areas.
Retrieve, locate, and verify supplies and materials, secure pallets on the truck, and move pallets to production locations.
Anticipate and track usage to maintain inventory in production areas.
Monitor inventory and report discrepancies.
Clear production areas by moving finished pallets and empty pallets.
Log movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
Maintain a safe work environment by watching for foot traffic, following procedures, and complying with legal regulations.
Keep the forklift operating by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
Participate in educational opportunities to update job knowledge.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, prepaid legal services, identity theft services, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.