Forklift Operator

RK Industries, LLC • Henderson, CO

10d • $23 - $28

About The Position

The Material Handler at RK supports smooth and efficient shop operations by safely loading, unloading, and transporting raw materials, parts, and fabricated components throughout the facility. The role stages materials for production, maintains accurate inventory, and delivers materials to the appropriate teams on time. The employee works closely with fabrication crews, shop leads, and logistics staff, and operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other handling equipment. Routine checks help ensure materials are stored and handled according to safety standards.

The position coordinates off-loading with craft teams and quality control for controlled materials, places materials in designated storage areas according to handling lists, and updates forms and location documentation when needed. It includes interpreting work orders or oral instructions, issuing and distributing materials as directed, preparing shipments, completing paperwork, and serving as the primary trainer for new employees. Delivery to jobsites may be required, subject to an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in forklift operation and material handling, ideally involving heavy steel.
• Experience with all-terrain extended-boom forklifts and telehandlers.
• An acceptable Motor Vehicle Report if delivering materials to jobsites.
• Ability to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally reach, stoop, or kneel.
• Close-vision ability for computer work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate off-loading with crafts and quality control for controlled materials.
• Place materials in proper storage areas according to storage and handling lists, and update documentation when locations change.
• Load, unload, and move materials within or near the warehouse or worksite, by hand or using forklifts and other equipment.
• Read work orders or follow oral instructions to determine which materials or containers need to be moved.
• Inspect storage yards and warehouses for cleanliness and report problems to a supervisor.
• Issue materials by field requisition and locate and distribute materials as directed by craft foremen and the direct supervisor.
• Ensure documentation is complete and accurate, and review other employees’ paperwork for errors.
• Identify materials being received or shipped and verify that they are the correct items.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions.
• Move materials between storage areas and worksites using hand trucks or powered equipment.
• Locate and prepare materials for outbound shipment and notify the supervisor when shipments are ready.
• Coordinate and perform shipment loading and complete required paperwork.
• Use hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, conveyors, or other material-handling equipment.
• Serve as the primary trainer for new employees.
• Deliver materials to jobsites as needed, if required.
• Perform additional assignments at the supervisor’s request.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits are mentioned, but specific benefit offerings are not listed.
• Hands-on training and development opportunities through RK University.
• Accredited apprenticeship program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed