Forklift Operator - Shipping

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for our sister company, Bayou Processing & Storage, in east Houston. Forklift Operator moves material and product as directed.

Responsibilities:

Performs daily inspection

Reports all deficiencies, unusual noises, or difficulties in operation of the equipment

Identifies material to be placed into production, verifying correct tag and coil number

Determines weight of material and utilizes forklift with the appropriate capacity

Properly secures material on the forklift before moving

Ensures a safe workplace by maintaining awareness of co-workers in the area

Advises all co-workers in the area before movement of material on overhead crane

Follows all company policy procedures, watches for potential risks in the area and notifies management of deficiencies identified

Attends all training and safety meetings as directed

Assists with stock checks and physical counts

Performs other tasks as directed

Qualifications:

2+ years of related experience

Familiar with safe work practices and procedures

Knowledge of crane capacities, accessory equipment, and rigging

Ability to move large-sized thin-gauge sheet coils in a safe manner

Ability to calculate the weights of material

Professional communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to traverse the distribution warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse and on the loading dock.

Benefits:

Bayou Processing & Storage provides rich benefits to its full-time employees and their families, including, but not limited to, multiple Major Medical plans, Dental, Vision, Vol Life, Short Term Disability, and a Flex Spending Account. We also provide a Basic Life policy and Long-Term Disability at no cost to you. The benefits don’t stop there, with the added value of a generous holiday schedule, a PTO policy, and a 401k plan.

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Full-time