2nd shift, Off Site Forklift Operator

Surlean Foods • San Antonio, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates an industrial forklift to move materials within the warehouse and load or unload truck trailers and shipping containers. The role also involves maintaining equipment, machinery, and electrical components. Work conditions vary, and quitting time depends on production needs, so flexibility is critical. Processing department temperatures range from 30 to 110 degrees. The plant has potentially dangerous machinery and equipment, potential electrical, mechanical, and chemical hazards, high and constant noise, and damp, slick floors.

Requirements

• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Ability to read labels and numbers.
• Ability to work in a high-speed, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to add, subtract, and multiply.
• Ability to follow instructions from the Supervisor.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform duties involving standing, lifting, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, smelling, listening, speaking, and seeing.

Nice To Haves

• High school degree preferred.
• Forklift operating certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Drive forklifts using controls, devices, and levers to transfer materials between unloading, processing, loading, and storage areas.
• Organize and secure stored materials, including boxes and pallets.
• Manually load or unload materials onto or off pallets, platforms, skids, or lifting devices.
• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections to ensure forklift equipment is in suitable working condition.
• Report damaged or faulty equipment and other safety hazards to the Supervisor.
• Weigh products or materials and record weights and production information on labels and tags.
• Complete forklift operator training provided by Surlean.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED