Located in Houston, TX
Job Full Description
The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a forklift to move, load, unload, and organize large and heavy pallets throughout the warehouse or facility. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, dependable, and experienced in handling heavy materials and operating industrial equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move, load, unload, and stage large and heavy pallets.
- Transport materials and products between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas.
- Load and unload trucks while following proper safety procedures.
- Safely lift, stack, and organize pallets in designated storage areas.
- Inspect pallets, loads, and forklift equipment before and during operation.
- Verify that loads are properly balanced, secured, and within forklift capacity before moving.
- Maneuver forklifts safely through warehouse aisles, loading areas, and other workspaces.
- Maintain accurate awareness of inventory locations and assist with organizing warehouse materials.
- Follow all OSHA, company, and workplace safety procedures.
- Report damaged pallets, products, equipment, or unsafe conditions to management.
- Perform routine forklift inspections and report maintenance issues promptly.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
- Assist with general warehouse duties as needed, including loading, unloading, staging, and material handling.
- Communicate effectively with warehouse personnel, drivers, supervisors, and other team members.
- Handle heavy materials carefully to prevent damage to products, equipment, and facilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Required Qualifications
- Current forklift certification is required.
- Previous forklift operating experience required.
- Experience moving large, heavy, and oversized pallets preferred.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift in a busy warehouse or industrial environment.
- Knowledge of proper load-handling, stacking, and material-handling procedures.
- Strong awareness of workplace safety and surroundings.
- Dependable attendance and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Houston (Bellaire), TX
2962
6750 West Loop South
Suite 735
Bellaire, TX 77401
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