Material Handler (1st shift)

Wastequip • Tyler, TX

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Forklift Operator (Material Handler) to support its Tyler, Texas manufacturing operation. The role uses a forklift to move raw materials, parts, and finished goods throughout the plant and supports multiple departments.

The position has listed first- and second-shift schedules. First shift is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM–3:30 PM. Second shift is Monday through Thursday, 4:00 PM–1:30 AM, and Friday, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM. The hourly rate is $16.28, with a $2.00 shift differential for second shift.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of prior experience operating a forklift in a production environment.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Attention to detail and care.
• Ability to keep products and materials in order on racks, the production floor, and staging areas.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and perform basic mathematical operations.
• Ability to follow instructions under limited supervision.
• Flexibility to work either first or second shift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and stock incoming raw materials.
• Supply production with materials and parts as required to meet production demands.
• Transfer finished goods to holding and/or loading areas.
• Perform safety inspections and simple routine maintenance to keep tools safe and operational.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear required PPE at all times.
• Maintain the workplace in compliance with 5S standards.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options: Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two dental plan options: Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), including Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Company-paid base life insurance
• Company-paid accident, death, and dismemberment insurance
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance
• Company-paid disability insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary hospital, accident, and critical illness (cancer) insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 50% company match
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Vacation and personal/sick time
• Paid grandparent leave
• Paid bonding leave
• Adoption assistance
• Education assistance (tuition reimbursement)

What This Job Offers

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