Sit Down Forklift Operator 4th Shift
About The Position
The Forklift Operator operates and maintains a sit-down electric forklift to move and organize pallets and materials in a warehouse. The role primarily involves loading and unloading trailers, moving pallets to designated areas, organizing inventory, and accurately completing load documentation. The operator is responsible for working safely and maintaining an orderly workspace while adapting to operational changes in schedules, team structures, or tasks. The position works 4th shift, from 4:00 pm to 4:30 am Friday through Sunday, and every other Thursday. Pay is $20.00 per hour, with guaranteed 50-cent-per-hour increases at 90 days, one year, and annually thereafter for a total of five years, reaching the maximum rate at five years in the role. The role is primarily performed in a warehouse that may have dust, fluctuating hot and cold temperatures, and moderate to high noise levels. Steel-toed boots and other personal protective equipment are required. PLA was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. It has more than 76 facilities, over 3,500 employees across 23 states, and provides pallet management, third-party logistics, reverse logistics, freight brokerage, and transportation management services.
Requirements
- Prior forklift experience is required.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to lift 70–100 pounds throughout the day.
- Must pass PLA forklift certification; on-site certification is provided if a current certification is not transferable.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods.
- Ability to regularly lift and move heavy materials throughout the shift.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures, noise, and dust.
- Good manual dexterity and tactile sensitivity for operating tools, handling materials, and inspecting pallet quality.
- Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment sounds in a noisy environment.
- Excellent close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate a sit-down electric forklift to move pallets in and out of trailers and designated areas.
- Perform daily safety inspections of the forklift.
- Refuel or charge forklift tanks as needed.
- Verify and complete load documentation, either on paper or digitally.
- Move pallets accurately and maintain clear records.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures.
- Adapt to new schedules, team structures, or tasks based on operational needs.
Benefits
- Daily pay option to access earnings before payday.
- Weekly pay.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including three medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Health Savings Account with company contributions up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match, eligibility beginning the first of the month after 90 days, and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
- Flexible benefits with multiple plan options.
- Prescription drug coverage.
- Basic life insurance and AD&D coverage at no cost upon employment.
- Vision benefits through Superior Vision by MetLife.
- Dental coverage through MetLife.
- Voluntary short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Voluntary MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services.
- Pet insurance through ASPCA.
- LifeMart employee discounts through ADP.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts for personal use.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
