Forklift Operator

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Houston, TX

42d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Forklift Operator position in the Houston, Texas Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will operate a forklift and other lifting and moving equipment in a safe and efficient manner to deliver on-time, high quality Valmont products.

Requirements

• One year of previous experience operating a forklift in a professional environment.
• The ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• Excellent hand and eye coordination with 20/20 corrected vision.
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.
• The ability to be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, non-toxic fumes and airborne particles, blowing dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, proximity to extreme heat, and moving mechanical parts.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Nice To Haves

• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
• The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• The ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent judgment in estimating and executing appropriate size lifts.
• Unload and load steel hauling trucks for customers and company.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently, protecting self and others from accident and injury.
• Document, count, and verify customer piece counts for shipping and receiving.
• Manage paperwork to properly identify incoming materials and outgoing products in accordance with established product control systems and shipping orders.
• Ensure the accuracy of the computers inventory system and the physical location and organization of inventory.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment and follow facility safety regulations.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees