Forklift Operator Level 1

Quietflex mfg•HOUSTON, TX

140d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator processes factory transfers and supports warehouse operations, including maintaining clean work areas, controlling damage and inventory, and completing LTL and Will Call orders. The role requires safe forklift operation, use of the PKMS through RF scanning, completion of shift paperwork and daily forklift inspections, and participation in daily safety meetings. Proper PPE and uniform must be worn throughout each shift. The operator should be able to process basic loading and unloading of factory transfers safely and efficiently, with minimal supervision and without damage. The position requires working in a fast-paced warehouse, learning the PKMS and scanning system, meeting deadlines, and following company rules and procedures, particularly those related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. The company provides in-house forklift training and certification. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunity and complies with applicable disability regulations. Essential responsibilities must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

0–1 years of recent industrial forklift experience.
Ability to safely and efficiently process factory transfers, including basic loading and unloading, without damage and with minimal supervision.
Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse.
Must pass in-house forklift training.
Ability to learn PKMS and the scanning system.
Basic computer skills and data entry ability.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with employees and internal and external customers.
High school diploma or GED.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Recent industrial forklift experience in a large-scale, high-volume warehouse or logistics facility.

Responsibilities

Process factory transfers, including basic loading and unloading.
Keep warehouse areas clean through sweeping and general upkeep.
Control damage and inventory.
Operate a forklift safely.
Use PKMS through RF scanning and learn the scanning system.
Complete LTL and Will Call orders.
Complete paperwork and submit it at the end of each shift.
Complete daily pre-shift and post-shift forklift inspections.
Attend and participate in daily safety meetings.
Wear proper PPE and uniform at all times during each shift.
Follow company rules, policies, procedures, and requirements, especially those related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity/cost.