Forklift

ELEVATE WINDOWS AND DOORS LLC • Grand Prairie, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates a forklift to manage the unloading and packing of raw materials. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and employee well-being. The operator moves materials between vehicles, the dock, and warehouse storage locations; performs put-away movements; and transports pallets and other goods around the warehouse. The operator also inspects the forklift at the start of each shift, reports issues to a supervisor, keeps the warehouse clean, and changes out propane cylinders. Forklift operator certification and formal training, including classroom instruction and hands-on practice, are required.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Perform basic math.
• Have excellent hand-eye coordination, peripheral vision, and spatial-relation abilities.
• Demonstrate efficient work habits and excellent time-management skills.
• Be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Complete a formal forklift operator training program that includes classroom instruction and hands-on practice.
• Be resourceful, self-motivated, committed, reliable, and hardworking, with accuracy, high-quality work, strong attendance, and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of basic tools and vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Complete fork truck operator certification from the HR Manager.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and other vehicles, and stack them for storage.
• Perform put-away movements from the dock to storage locations.
• Transport materials around the warehouse, including pallets of goods.
• Inspect the forklift at the start of each shift and report any issues to a supervisor.
• Keep the warehouse clean.
• Unload raw material trucks from the dock.
• Change out propane cylinders.
• Perform other duties and special projects as needed and assigned.

What This Job Offers

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