Forklift Operator I

Niagara Water•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I safely and efficiently operates a motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, pull finished-product pallets from production lines, and place finished product in the warehouse as directed by the onboard WMS system. The role supports production and inventory operations, documents material movements, and maintains a safe and functional work environment. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function. 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.
Forklift certification.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum professional proficiency in a foreign language.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
Two years of experience 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 controls to drive and move the lifting apparatus.
Unload and stack materials by raising and lowering the lifting device.
Study production schedules and arrange deliveries of required supplies and materials to production areas.
Locate and verify supplies and materials, secure pallets on the forklift, and move them to production locations.
Maintain production-area inventory by anticipating and tracking usage, and report inventory discrepancies.
Clear production areas by securing and moving finished pallets and moving empty pallets.
Log movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
Maintain a safe work environment by watching for foot traffic, following standards and 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 benefits, including virtual care options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
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 protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.