Loader Operator

IKO North America•Hillsboro, TX

26d•Onsite

About The Position

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you! Job Description Role: Loader / Operator Job Summary: Reporting to the Shipping Supervisor, the Loader / Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient loading and unloading of raw materials and finished products. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, particularly in forklift operation, and the ability to work from a pick list to locate and move materials accurately.

Requirements

Able to work flexible, production shifts 8/10/12 hours
Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience preferred
Comfortable with working in a dusty environment
Manual dexterity and attention to detail
Fluent in verbal and written English
Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
Good communication skills
Able to pass forklift certification class and test.
Able to read and interpret pick lists.
Willing to work overtime, including weekends.
Must pass a fit-for-duty physical.
Capable of lifting up to 76 lbs unassisted.
High school diploma or GED required.
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a sit-down forklift with a valid certification.
Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Communicate with drivers to ensure accurate and safe loading/unloading.
Use pick lists to locate materials in the yard or warehouse.
Identify product locations using signage and apply FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
Direct truck drivers to appropriate loading/unloading areas.
Support other shipping and scale house duties as needed.
Understand and follow railcar unloading procedures, Trackmobile operation, and railroad safety.
Adhere to all IKO safety policies and procedures.